What's the best coffee for a flat white? A flat white requires medium roasted Arabica beans or a 60:40 Arabica-Robust blend, preferably specialty grade. A medium roast preserves the beans' natural sweetness, which balances the drink's milkiness and highlights its creamy texture. Whether you're brewing at home or selecting beans for a café, this guide will help you choose the perfect coffee for a flat white.

A flat white is an Australian milk coffee made with a double shot of espresso (60 ml) and lightly frothed milk (120 ml). It's known for its smooth microfoam and flat, glossy surface without a thick foam. In this article, you'll learn the differences between a flat white and a cappuccino, latte, and regular coffee with milk, and how to make it at home.

Most people brew coffee incorrectly in a French press, ruining its potential within the first minute. Over the years of working as a home barista and testing hundreds of cups, I've learned that it's not the machine that's to blame for the bitter taste, but a lack of understanding of simple laws of physics.