The World in Coffee
| October 4, 2017
Franziskaner – Austria
While coffee culture in other parts of the world is about speed and convenience, drinking coffee in Austria is considered a leisurely pastime. Austria has many coffee houses which are famous for both the quality of their coffee, and their relaxing atmosphere.
There are plenty of unique coffee beverages in Austria, but one of the most uniquely Austrian is the Franziskaner (Franciscan Monk). It’s a single espresso served with both warmed milk and whipped cream. To feel fully Austrian, drink it accompanied by a thick slice of sachertorte, while leisurely flicking through a newspaper.
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