flat white
noun
plural flat whites
: espresso coffee topped with a thin layer of steamed milk
A flat white is a type of coffee created in Australia without all the foam contained in a cappuccino.—
Duane Radford
Duane RadfordThe better flat whites will have a glass-like gloss on the surface …—Adam Craig
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Area 51 coffee, a specialty brand from Athens, is served here and can be enjoyed on its own or as a latte, flat white, or cortado.
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“Flat white.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/flat%20white. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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