How should Viennese coffee be taken?
Is there a proper way Viennese coffee should be taken? What is the little spoon for? When/how should the sparkling lime water be taken? etc.
A video would be helpful.
Was just introduced to the a Viennese coffee shop, and there was some confusion between the people explaining this.
Thanks!
Best Answer
Based on your picture, you're asking about Weiner Melange coffee in Vienna, a serving of half espresso coffee and half milk foam. That's instead of American "Viennese Coffee", made with whip cream and cinnamon. Assuming that's correct:
- The spoon is intended for mixing the milk foam and coffee. You may wish to add sugar as well.
- The sparkling water is a chaser to clear your palate.
The above is based on personal tourist experience and some internet research. Some links:
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