For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow: Front Street Coffee (Frontsteet Coffee). Whether it's a large or small cup, with added water or milk, common coffee drinks like Americano, Latte, Flat White, Cappuccino... all use espresso as their base. Espresso is highly versatile, [more…]

Flat White is now a regular on specialty coffee shop menus, but its definition varies widely depending on region and how individual baristas interpret it. Some emphasize the small cup size, some stress the thin microfoam, and others insist on a double ristretto. This article sorts through the controversies over the origin of the Flat White, its specific differences from a latte and a cappuccino in cup size, foam thickness, and the coffee-to-milk ratio, and cites the actual practices of people working in the industry in Australia, the UK, Ecuador, and elsewhere. It also introduces the flavor performance of two coffee beans—Front Street Coffee's specialty blend and Front Street Coffee's commercial blend—when used to make milk coffee, helping coffee lovers be clearer about what they want when ordering or making one themselves. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat public account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). Since the successful invention of the espresso machine, espresso culture has spread throughout the world. Anyone who has ever drunk coffee knows how important espresso is to coffee. [more…]

Flat White has become a beloved milk coffee drink among coffee enthusiasts in recent years, renowned for its rich coffee flavor and delicate, thin microfoam. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the controversy surrounding Flat White's origins, its preparation methods, and the recipe variations across different schools of thought, while also offering an in-depth comparison of latte, cappuccino, and Flat White in terms of cup size, foam thickness, and mouthfeel. In addition, we will recommend Front Street Coffee's classic espresso blend beans suitable for making Flat White, helping you easily recreate an authentic Australian-style white coffee at home. Whether you are a beginner just getting into specialty coffee or a seasoned enthusiast pursuing the ultimate flavor, this article will provide you with practical guidance and reference. [more…]

Flat white coffee has frequently appeared on the menus of various cafés in recent years, becoming a favorite among many coffee enthusiasts. It originated in Melbourne, Australia, in the 1980s, then spread in popularity across Australia and New Zealand, sparking a local milk coffee trend. The biggest difference between a flat white and a latte or cappuccino lies in the thickness of the milk foam and the intensity of the coffee. This article will start with the origin of the flat white and the story behind its name, then provide a detailed analysis of the differences between ristretto and regular espresso, and use Front Street Coffee's classic Italian blend coffee beans to actually make a cup of flat white, sharing parameters, flavor performance, and coffee bean selection advice, to help everyone fully understand the unique charm of this Australian-style white coffee. [more…]

When visiting a café and ordering a milk coffee, most people first think of a latte or cappuccino, but at Luckin Coffee and Starbucks, you'll also see names like "Furui White" and "Aorui White." They all actually refer to Australian-style white coffee, namely Flat White. This article sorts out the controversy over the origin of flat white, its differences from latte and cappuccino in cup size, milk volume, and milk foam thickness, and provides Front Street Coffee's flat white preparation method, including the extraction parameters for a double espresso, key points for steaming milk, and latte art techniques. It also introduces the flavor sources and suitable scenarios for Front Street Coffee's Sunflower Warm Sun blend coffee beans. [more…]

For more specialty coffee knowledge, please follow our WeChat official account: Front Street Coffee (FrontStreet Coffee). The espresso and milk-based Italian milk coffee—Flat White—is translated under different names at different cafes, such as Luckin's Australian White Coffee and Starbucks [more…]

On the menus of major coffee shops, Americano, Latte, and Flat White (or Fu Rui Bai) have long become familiar choices. Especially after Starbucks launched the Fu Rui Bai in 2020, this beverage quickly captured the hearts of many coffee enthusiasts. So, what kind of coffee is Fu Rui Bai exactly? Is there a difference between it and the Australian Flat White? This article will break down this classic milk coffee that sits between a latte and a cappuccino from multiple angles, including conceptual definitions, historical origins, and preparation methods, and share the specific parameters and blend choices used by Front Street Coffee when making Fu Rui Bai in-store. [more…]

Flat White, Australian White, Little White... The same Flat White milk coffee goes by different names at various chain brands. After Starbucks named it "Fu Rui Bai," this beverage quickly became popular in China. What exactly is the difference between it and a latte? How do milk foam thickness, espresso extraction method, and milk ratio affect the final taste? This article will start from the origins of the Flat White, compare its essential differences with a latte, and share Front Street Coffee's specific parameters and flavor performance for making a Flat White, helping coffee enthusiasts gain a more comprehensive understanding of this rich-style milk coffee. [more…]

Although both are made from espresso and milk, a flat white and a latte present completely different flavor directions. Drawing on the production experience of Front Street Coffee, this article sorts out the controversy over the origin of the flat white, its core differences from a latte, cup size choices, the trade-offs between hot and iced versions, and specific extraction parameters and preparation methods. By comparing milk quantity, foam thickness, and pouring method, it helps coffee enthusiasts understand why a flat white tastes richer and smoother, and provides practical reference for recreating it at home or in a shop. [more…]

Flat White, a coffee term originating from Australia, is now a recognized professional term in the global coffee scene, but in China many baristas still can't clearly explain how it truly differs from a latte. Starbucks calls it 馥芮白, COSTA calls it 醇艺白, Luckin calls it 澳瑞白 — the names vary wildly, but the methods are largely the same. This article starts with the characteristics, recipe, and origin controversies of the Flat White, clarifies its essential differences from a latte and a cappuccino in terms of milk ratio and foam texture, and includes Front Street Coffee's classic espresso blend recipe and complete preparation parameters to help you make a cup of silky, rich Australian-style white coffee where the latte art is still intact all the way to the bottom of the cup. [more…]

In the combination of coffee and milk, latte and Flat White often make it difficult for people to tell them apart. Although both originate from a mixture of espresso and milk, there are obvious differences in cup size, flavor intensity, milk foam thickness, and drinking method. Front Street Coffee believes that a Flat White can be understood as the Australian version of a latte, while a latte is more like a cup of milk with coffee flavor, whereas a Flat White is a cup of coffee with milk flavor. This article will sort out the specific differences between these two classic milk coffees one by one from aspects such as cup size, taste, latte art, and hot or iced choices, and give suggestions on how to drink Flat White to make it taste better. [more…]

Aorui Bai, Fumei Bai, Chunyi Bai, Aobai Coffee—behind these various names is actually the same drink: Flat White. It originated in Australia and New Zealand and became popular worldwide thanks to Starbucks' promotion. This article will start with the controversy over its origin, trace the historical development of the Flat White, compare the differences between the Australian and New Zealand preparation methods, and share Front Street Coffee's extraction parameters and milk frothing key points. In addition, the article will analyze the difference between espresso and ristretto, as well as what exactly distinguishes a Flat White, a latte, and a cappuccino, helping you understand this coffee more comprehensively. [more…]

What exactly is the difference between Malaysian white coffee and black coffee? Is white coffee really healthier and tastier? This article starts with the origins, roasting methods, and flavor characteristics of white coffee, sorts out how it differs from Malaysian black coffee, and extends to the Aussie white (flat white) that is often called "white coffee" today. You will also see how Starbucks makes its flat white, the differences between the iced and hot versions, and the parameters and steps for making a flat white at home using Front Street Coffee's classic espresso blend beans, along with a comparison of the differences between a flat white and a latte in milk foam thickness, cup size, and espresso base. [more…]

The Flat White is an extremely popular drink in Starbucks' milk coffee lineup. Its Chinese name is a transliteration of the English term, and it is also widely known as Australian White coffee. It combines the silkiness of a latte with the richness of a cappuccino, and highlights the coffee's original flavor more than a latte does. Around this coffee, there has long been a dispute over its place of origin between Australia and New Zealand. Starbucks officially traces it back to Australia in the 1980s, while New Zealand insists that Wellington is where it is perfectly presented. In addition to the topic of origin, this article will also analyze Starbucks' preparation parameters, whether an authentic Flat White is suitable for iced drinking, the coffee beans and extraction methods needed for home preparation, and will compare in detail its differences from a latte in cup size, milk foam thickness, and flavor focus. [more…]

A flat white is a drink with less milk and more coffee, typically made with a double espresso paired with fine microfoam, placing it somewhere between a latte and a cappuccino. It originated during World War II, when Italian immigrants brought espresso culture to Australia and New Zealand, and the two countries still argue over who invented it first. In 2015, Starbucks launched the flat white in the United States, and in the same year it entered mainland China, where it was translated as "馥芮白". This article explains in detail how it differs from a latte and a cappuccino, and shares Front Street Coffee's flat white recipe, including bean blend selection, extraction parameters, and milk frothing techniques. [more…]

Among the many drinks at Luckin Coffee, ten products such as Coconut Latte, Cheese Latte, and Velvet Latte have long been favored by consumers. But many people still can't tell the essential difference between a Flat White and a Latte, and some even mistakenly think that the small cup size of a Flat White is the shop cutting corners. This article systematically sorts out the differences between these two classic milk coffees from multiple dimensions such as coffee bean selection, cup size design, espresso base, milk ratio, and milk foam thickness, while also explaining why Luckin's Aussie White uses a small cup, and the correct way to drink a Flat White. The article also combines Front Street Coffee's production parameters to give specific extraction suggestions and blended bean recommendations, helping coffee lovers make an ideal cup whether in a store or at home. [more…]

Flat White and Latte both belong to the category of espresso-based milk coffee, but the former pursues a distinctly different level of intensity and flavor expression. From the perspective of Front Street Coffee's production approach, this article systematically reviews the origins of Flat White, the key points for controlling milk foam thickness, the extraction method for a Ristretto espresso base, and the logic of milk ratio adjustment, while combining these with the actual in-store preparation process to gradually present the complete method for making a cup of Flat White. The article also introduces the flavor performance and suitable scenarios of two coffee beans in Flat White production—Front Street Sunflower Warm Sun Blend and Front Street Classic Espresso Blend—making it suitable reading and reference for coffee enthusiasts who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the details of Flat White preparation. [more…]

Flat white is a type of milk coffee favored by many coffee enthusiasts. It centers on espresso, with milk serving only as a supporting role, delivering a coffee flavor more intense than a latte. But have you noticed that flat white is only served hot in most cafés, never iced? This is closely tied to its crafting philosophy—thin microfoam, a small cup size, and a double ristretto, striving for every sip to deliver both velvety foam and rich coffee simultaneously. This article will provide a comprehensive analysis of the correct way to enjoy this "flat white," covering its differences from a latte, the New Zealand and Australian schools of preparation, the actual brewing parameters at Front Street Coffee locations, and why ice is never added—and will also touch on Dirty coffee, often called an "iced latte without ice." [more…]

Luckin's Australian White, Starbucks' Flat White, and independent cafes' Flat White are actually the same drink, but different brands have their own variations in preparation parameters. Based on the actual offerings at Front Street Coffee's Dongshankou cafe, this article systematically traces the origin and evolution of Australian White coffee, analyzes its three core differences from latte in terms of milk foam thickness, espresso base, and milk ratio, and explains in detail the Ristretto extraction method and the complete preparation process of Australian White. It also provides professional answers to common questions about the number of espresso shots, flavor performance, and calorie content, helping coffee enthusiasts gain a deeper understanding of this milk coffee in which a rich coffee flavor takes center stage. [more…]