Reaching for that 8am coffee is as much a part of our morning routine as showering, getting dressed and chomping on toast. But what sets apart a cup of the genuine good stuff from a bog-standard coffee chain alternative? To find out, we asked the pros at London’s TAP Coffee to give us a lesson in spotting the ultimate flat white.
A flat white is more than just a double shot of espresso topped with microfoamed milk - it's the go-to option for when you need that combination of warming goodness and a pre-work energy boost. Get it wrong, and your whole morning is under threat. Here’s what to look for to make sure your next order is a perfect one.
- Two shots of espresso (30ml of coffee in total).
- Hot, flat milk – this means the milk has been steamed but contains no bubbles. It should be shiny and silky in texture.
- Coffee artwork might seem trivial but it represents barista experience. Order your flat white from a place where the servers leave pretty pictures on the drink – that way you can be sure it’s made by someone who knows what they’re doing.
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