Ever walked into a busy café and felt completely lost? Baristas scribble weird codes on cups. They use phrases that sound like a foreign language. And somehow, everyone seems to know what's going on except you.
What does 'XL+1!' actually mean? Why do coffee shops feel like they have their own secret club? Today, we're cracking the code on barista lingo and showing you exactly how these coffee wizards communicate.
Why Coffee Shops Have Their Own Language
Here's the thing about barista lingo. It's not just random café slang. This is a proper communication system that's been fine-tuned over decades.
Research shows that 87% of specialty coffee shops use standardised cup marking systems. Think about it. Without these codes, your morning coffee order would be chaos.
This secret language does way more than just speed things up:
- Keeps everyone calm during busy morning rushes
- Helps the team work together smoothly
- Lets staff communicate honestly without worrying customers
- Makes sure your flat white comes out exactly right
When you see those random symbols on your cup, you're actually seeing a time-tested system in action.
Cracking the Coffee Cup Code
The Mystery Behind 'XL+1!'
Let's solve this puzzle right away. 'XL+1!' means an extra-large drink with one extra espresso shot. The exclamation mark? That tells the barista to make it fast.
Basically, it's coffee shorthand for
Published by Joey Krosch
