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Google Doodle Honors Flat White's Lexical Milestone

The animated doodle marks the coffee drink's addition to the Oxford English Dictionary, celebrating its global influence in coffee culture.

  • Google Doodle celebrates the addition of the term 'flat white' to the Oxford English Dictionary on March 11, 2011, with an animated illustration.
  • The flat white, a coffee drink made of espresso topped with steamed milk and microfoam, is believed to have originated in Australia and New Zealand in the 1980s.
  • The drink is popular among coffee connoisseurs for its minimal foam, compared to cappuccinos and lattes, and is often served with plant-based milk today.
  • Baristas in Australia and New Zealand are known for creating beautiful artwork with the pour, enhancing the coffee experience.
  • The doodle aims to celebrate the global popularity of the flat white, highlighting its significance in coffee culture worldwide.
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