Flat White with Almond Milk

Flat White with Almond Milk

Region: Australia / New Zealand (Modern Plant-Based Adaptation) 🇦🇺 🇳🇿

Brewing Time: 3 minutes (for a double ristretto)

Total Time: 5 minutes

Indulgence: ☕️☕️ (Medium)

The Story:

This is a modern, plant-based take on the classic Antipodean Flat White. The challenge and artistry lie in working with almond milk, which behaves differently from dairy. When executed well with a "barista blend," it creates a deliciously nutty and smooth coffee experience that caters to dietary preferences without sacrificing the drink's core structure.

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Prep Time 2

Brewing time 3

Total Time 5

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

2 shots of espresso (preferably ristretto)
4 oz barista edition almond milk (essential for frothing)

Equipment

Espresso machine (with steam wand)

Method

Pull a double shot of espresso into a 5-6 oz cup.
Steam the almond milk, introducing air quickly at the beginning to create a velvety microfoam. It will require less steaming time than dairy milk.
Gently pour the milk into the espresso, integrating the foam throughout the drink.
Pro Tip: Barista blend almond milk is non-negotiable. It contains stabilizers that allow it to steam and stretch without curdling or separating. Do not overheat it—stop steaming around 140°F (60°C).