Coffee, or "kopi," is an essential element in Singapore's dynamic food and beverage scene. In this vibrant coffee landscape, one unique variation that has been gaining popularity is white coffee. But what exactly is white coffee in Singapore? Let's delve into the distinctive characteristics and cultural significance of this beverage.
The term "white coffee" originates from the Chinese word "白咖啡," which directly translates to white coffee. It's important to note that the 'white' does not refer to the color of the coffee, but rather the method of roasting the beans. Unlike traditional coffee beans that are roasted with sugar and margarine, white coffee beans are roasted with only margarine, resulting in a lighter roast. The beans used are typically Arabica, known for their smoother and less acidic flavor compared to Robusta beans.
White coffee stands out because of its distinctive flavor profile. The lighter roasting process allows the beans to retain more of their original flavor, which can often be overpowered in darker roasts. The result is a brew that's light, creamy, and has a pronounced nutty flavor. This coffee is usually served with condensed milk, which adds a layer of sweetness and creaminess, enhancing the overall taste.
White coffee is usually prepared using a traditional method, where the ground coffee beans are steeped in hot water within a cloth sock filter. The coffee is then combined with condensed milk and sometimes evaporated milk for a creamier texture.
The serving of white coffee in Singapore varies. You can find it in local coffee shops or 'kopitiams,' where it's offered alongside an array of traditional Singaporean snacks and dishes. Recently, it has also found its place in modern coffee chains, served in a variety of ways, from iced white coffee to white coffee lattes and cappuccinos.
Singapore's white coffee embodies the city's unique blend of tradition and innovation in its coffee culture. This distinctive brew, with its light, nutty flavor, and creamy texture, offers a counterpoint to the strong, bold flavors of traditional kopi. Its increasing popularity further adds to the diverse tapestry of Singapore's vibrant coffee scene. So, whether you're a local resident or a traveler exploring the city, don't miss the chance to taste and enjoy a cup of Singapore's white coffee.
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star reviewExcellent specialty coffee roaster in Singapore at affordable prices. I'm always looking forward to my weekly delivery from Yasumi! The staff here are also really helpful and supportive!
Chanced upon Yasumi on Instagram and decided to give them a try — was pleasantly surprised by an extra sample bag given and also the cards describing the coffee's tasting notes and processing description etc. Will definitely be repurchasing :)
Love the freshly roasted coffee beans and warm customer service! Recommend to try!
Subscribed to their weekly coffee beans. Beans are good, and overall a pleasant experience.
Tried almost all the different coffee origins available. Loved the Indonesian, Columbian and Ethiopian ones best. Delivery direct to mailbox has been flawless. Online platform for subscription changes and promo codes is very convenient. Started out wanting to get the free trial only but have been continually hooked onto their service!
The subscription service is fuss-free and you can easily change your next delivery date/beans via the website. No need for multiple emails back and forth and efficiency of updating the notice is great.
Quick, responsive and helpful customer services. Quality coffee that taste and smells wonderful
Fuss-free coffee subscription! Love that I can easily switch up my beans, its grind, the schedule of roast and delivery. Most importantly, I’m pleased with the aroma and taste of the beans I got!
I love the coffee beans roasted by Yasumi coffee. Great taste and quality.
I like how Yasumi makes it easy for the customer to make a purchase and understand the product with its user friendly interface and clear product description. it also help that they usually give some discount code to offset next subscribed order / purchase!
The trial pack is of course of great value and the experience of buying from Yasumi is seamless. The "Rwanda" washed coffee is a great filter roast.
I bought their 250ml morning cup a few months ago. It is not worth the price. When it arrived, I could tell the quality wasn’t great. Coffee stains cannot be washed off or removed, and it looks terrible just after 1 month of usage. I’m very disappointed with the product.
Great coffee and customer service. They have a good selection of coffee as well.
Just brewed a cup of Tropic Daydream. Wonderful blend, so delicious. Right amount of acidity and body. Great customer service and responds to email timely. Thanks for the rebates as well.
I've tried different coffee subscription services before, and Yasumi is the best I've used. I make espressos at home, and their beans are excellent. I've had to ask for help with my subscription before and they were always very helpful and patient.
There customer service was excellent, they were able to resolve the issues the raised regarding my subscription
Great trial, and they even gave an extra bag of coffee DURING THE FREE TRIAL!
Love the customer service from Yasumi. Have tried Brazil dark roast, Colombia and Nicaragua coffee beans. Enjoyed all 3 roasts very much. Yasumi coffee beans is of great quality. Amazing aromas!
Got an extra 60g of coffee in the trial subscription to try out. Can’t wait to try out the different beans!
Very quick response to my question that is accurately and clearly explained. The professionally designed online platform is customer centric and paid attention to details. I hope the coffee I’ll be receiving will be as good if not exceed my expectations. Pretty sure it will. Looking forward to my caffeine fix soon! Yes! Got my coffee earlier than expected. Got my caffeine fixed. Love the taste and can’t ask for more.
Love the coffee beans and the flexibility to choose the type of beans as well as when I want the beans to be delivered
I ordered a trial size of Brazilian coffee beans, and it arrived the day after roasting along with 60g of Tropic Daydream. Surprisingly, I found that I liked the Tropic Daydream even more! The whole beans were incredibly fresh and fragrant even before grinding. When I tried an espresso with oat milk, it tasted just like a latte from a cafe, but at only half the price and with 100% freshness. Today, experimenting with a coarser grind resulted in a lighter coffee taste. The convenience of the coffee beans subscription is a bonus; I can enjoy different beans every 6 weeks, and refills come directly to my house.
Had some trouble with my mailing address and customer support was very patient and responsive
Great coffee subscription service and very fuss-free. The beans they use are freshly roasted :)
Love the coffee, always flexible to change the coffee flavour and comes in time!
Decided to try Yasumi as i cam across their page, got a free bag of beans to try and i tried it today. Pretty convinced to continue my subscription with them👍🏻
Completely hooked! One of my joys now is to look forward to my coffee delivery and indulged in that addictive aroma. The coffee bean are roasted to perfection. No any other coffee bean come close.
The package of coffee comes with tasting notes and coffee info. The coffee itself smells super good and the brewed coffee I chose is very smooth and less acidic. Perfect!
Coffee is freshly roasted and I always receive them very swiftly! Appreciate the friendly and responsive customer support as well :) Very honest, local roasters!
We enjoy the latte so much brew with yasumi Colombia bean! After a trial I've decided to keep the subscription and receive the fresh high quality coffee bean regularly.
Signed up for the trial and only paid $0.99 for delivery. Received the coffee promptly after a few days in my letterbox. Packaging is SO cute and they even included tasting notes of the coffee beans sent! They even included a sample of another coffee bean for free :') Coffee beans were freshly roasted and smelt amazing when they arrived too :)
A great coffee subscription service that makes my daily coffee a breeze - particularly love the ability to delay a delivery by a week or two so I can finish my existing beans before new ones arrive!
The delivery was fast. The beans was freshly roasted and the quality of the beans was good. I also received a free sample bag of coffee which i really appreciated
Coffee with origins and no regrets trying out! Grind is consistent, the fragrant and beans are all fresh!
Have been a long time fan and subscriber of Yasumi coffee. Took on their subscription plan since I begun my coffee journey at home and never had to look elsewhere. They offer a wide range of flavours and origins, you can also customize your grind size if required. Freshly roasted beans every Tues and delivered to your doorstep. Highly recommended for all coffee enthusiast out there!
I stopped buying coffee outside when I can have cafe standard (even better than most cafe) coffee at home. I really enjoy Yasumi coffee, Brazil single origin. Perfectly, freshly roasted, not acidic, and nice aroma😉