Australia's "flat white" is hailed as the nation's greatest culinary export, a velvety version of a cappuccino with minimal foam. This term, like many in Australian coffee culture, is succinct and uniquely local. Moving to Southeast Asia, the linguistic diversity of the region shines through in its coffee names. In Singapore and Malaysia, coffee terms blend Malay and Hokkien influences, reflecting a vibrant multicultural heritage. Whether it’s the simple "kopi" or the complex "kopi C kau siew dai," each name tells a story of cultural integration and evolution, illustrating how coffee can be a medium for cultural expression and inclusion.
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