Aussie vs. American Coffee Orders: A Hilarious Cultural Divide

Australians vs. Americans: A Latte Laughs Over Coffee Ordering Australia, May 30, 2025 – A recent TikTok video by Kate Murdock (@itskatematee) has gone viral, showcasing a humorous cultural clash over coffee ordering. The video contrasts the straightforward coffee order of an Australian with the elaborate requests of an American, highlighting the differences in communication styles between the two countries. Murdock, in the video, easily orders a "medium flat white" and a "double ristretto." However, when portraying an American, her order becomes a complex list of requests: "grande iced triple shot caramel macchiato with vanilla sweet cream and a bit of cold foam with an extra drizzle on the top." The barista's reaction to this order emphasizes the stark contrast. "Your coffee would set us back $20 here," Murdock says in the video's caption, hinting at the price difference and cultural nuances in coffee consumption. The video's popularity highlights the universal appeal of humor and observations about cultural differences.