Commonly referred to as the “Coffee Capital” of New Zealand, Wellington is the ideal landing spot for travelers who want to sample every imaginable bean, blend and brew. Holidaymakers from all over the world flock here to explore the unique and charming cafes that exist on nearly every street corner. With beautiful, bright interiors, trendy decor and impressive, espresso machines and pastry selections, these businesses are among the top spots to tour upon reaching this first-class destination.

Experience The Rich, Milky Taste Of The Flat White

Whether using Wellington car hire services or traveling on foot, visitors won’t be hard-pressed to find a delightful array of cafes to visit. Recently ranked among the world’s eight greatest coffee destinations by CNN, this is actually the birthing place of the ever-popular, flat white. This milky coffee drink is a bit stronger than local cappucinos, which are often served at a moderate temperature and topped with chocolate sprinkles for small children. Comprised of two-thirds warm milk and one-third hot espresso, this drink is just as popular among visitors as it is among residents and it can be found in every cafe throughout the region. Unlike cultures throughout the world that only drink dark and unsweetened brews, New Zealanders have been drinking milky coffee for centuries and the flat white is the cafe version of the very same beverage that locals have long been serving in their own homes. Ordering one is therefore a great way to sample the local culture firsthand.

Why Coffee Tastes So Good In Wellington

Whether or not you like the coffee in Wellington is obviously a matter of personal preference. One thing that cannot be debated, however, is the fact that Wellington coffee is only lightened with milk that comes from organic, free-range cows, given that these are the only types of cows present in this region. This milk is thick, rich, nutrient-dense and the perfect addition to a steaming and aromatic cup of java. Another factor that makes Wellington coffee such a standout addition to this colorful destination is the role that this beverage has long played as a social lubricant. Seasoned travelers have often traversed many locations in which holidaymakers and residents alike meet up in pubs for cold beers or mixed spirits. Here, however, the social atmosphere is at its best and most diverse in the coffee lounges in which people engage in caffeine-fueled conversation while indulging in hand-crafted pastries and breads.

 

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Image 1 – By Brett Taylor from Wellington, New Zealand – Flickr, CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=394525

Image 2 – By OceanKiwi at English Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=26249247