New Delhi: Google Doodle’s animated doodle celebrates the flat white, a popular espresso-based beverage which is believed to have first originated in Australia and New Zealand. In terms of visibility, this doodle will be visible across various countries of the world including India.
March 11 signifies the date when ‘flat white’ was officially included in the Oxford English Dictionary in 2011.
Although the origins of flat white coffee have spurred intense debate, both Australia and New Zealand claim to have pioneered the beverage in the 1980s. The exact origin remains ambiguous, with indications suggesting that the flat white likely developed independently in both nations.
The flat white, a cherished coffee beverage consisting of steamed milk poured over a shot of espresso, is believed to have emerged on the menus of Sydney and Auckland in the 1980s.
A flat white is created by blending micro-foamed milk with either a single or double shot of espresso. This micro-foam, formed by aerating steamed milk, enhances the beverage’s smooth texture and creamy taste.
Attaining the perfect consistency and texture requires meticulous steaming and pouring methods, which are essential in the preparation of a flat white.
