An Australian traveller has gone viral after expressing their disbelief over a major difference in UK coffee culture. The visitor, who remains unnamed, admitted they 'can't get over' how Brits enjoy their daily caffeine fix.
The Coffee Shock
While Australia is renowned for its thriving café scene and artisanal brews, the UK has its own unique approach – and it left this Aussie stunned. The key difference? The way milk is served in coffee across the two nations.
Milk Matters
In Australia, baristas typically steam milk to a velvety microfoam for flat whites and lattes. However, the visitor was surprised to find that in the UK, many coffee shops serve milk with a lighter, frothier texture – a style more commonly associated with traditional cappuccinos.
Cultural Divide
The revelation sparked debate among coffee lovers, with Brits defending their preference for foamier drinks. Some suggested it's a remnant of the UK's historic love affair with Italian-style coffee, while others argued it simply comes down to personal taste.
One British coffee drinker commented: 'We've always done it this way – why change what works?' Meanwhile, an Australian expat in London admitted: 'It took me months to find a café that made coffee the way I like it back home.'
The Flat White Factor
The discussion also touched on the flat white's journey from Australian invention to UK mainstream. While the drink is now widely available, purists argue the British version often differs from its Antipodean cousin.
As the coffee culture conversation continues to brew, one thing's clear: when it comes to caffeine preferences, there's more than one way to enjoy a perfect cup.
