Wiener Melange facts for kids
A Wiener Melange is a special coffee drink. It is very similar to a cappuccino. This drink comes from Vienna, the capital city of Austria.
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Wiener Melange: A Special Coffee Drink
The main difference with a cappuccino is that a Melange uses milder coffee. It has a smooth, creamy taste. Many people enjoy it in traditional Viennese coffee houses.
What Makes a Melange Special?
At famous places like Café Sperl in Vienna, a Melange is made in a special way. It is half a cup of brewed coffee. The other half is cream. This mix is then topped with fluffy milk foam.
Some companies, like Nescafe or Movenpick, make their own versions. These often blend coffee with cocoa. They might or might not have foam on top.
Melange vs. Other Coffees
Sometimes, you might hear the term "Cafe Vienna" in English. In French, it's called "Café viennois." These names usually mean an "espresso con panna." This drink is an espresso topped with whipped cream. It does not use milk foam.
Even in Vienna, if you order a Wiener Melange, you might sometimes get an "espresso con panna." This drink is properly called a Franziskaner.
The Franziskaner and Kapuziner Coffees
The name Franziskaner comes from Franciscan friars. These are monks who wear brown robes. The coffee's color is similar to their robes.
This is like the Kapuziner coffee. This Austrian coffee is similar to a cappuccino. Its name also comes from the brown robes of Capuchin friars. The color of the coffee reminds people of these robes.
