A flat red is a coffee drink consisting of espresso and steamed orange and pomegranate juice. The hot beverage combines the intensity of coffee with the refreshing acidity of citrus and pomegranate notes, producing a balanced flavor profile and a distinctive aroma. It contains no added sugar and no milk.
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| Place of origin | Ukraine |
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| Created by | Vadym Granovskiy |
| Invented | 2016 |
| Main ingredients | Espresso, steamed pomegranate and orange juice |
The flat red was created in 2016 by the award-winning Ukrainian barista and founder Vadym Granovskiy in Kyiv.[1]
Description
editOrange and pomegranate are freshly pressed, filtered to remove pulp, and blended. The juice mix is heated to approximately 55 °C (131°F) and steamed in the same manner as milk for espresso-based drinks.[2] About 110 ml (5.4 US fl oz) of the juice mix is added to a freshly brewed double espresso, resulting in a beverage with a total volume of around 160 ml.[3] The flat red is served in a glass.[4]
References
edit- ↑ "Flat Red: A Ukrainian Coffee Story". Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations. 2025-09-11. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ Martinez, Erica (2023-03-09). "Flat Red Coffee's Ukrainian Origins". Tasting Table. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ Kanniah, Janice Chinna (2023-03-07). "What is a flat red coffee & where did it come from?". Perfect Daily Grind. Retrieved 2025-12-23.
- ↑ Australian Federation of Ukrainian Organisations (2025-09-17). Vadym Granovskiy talks about the Flat Red, ABC News Breakfast, 18 September 2025. Retrieved 2025-12-23 – via YouTube.