""Over time, we realized that cream tops - though fun and indulgent - often overpower the very ingredients we and our partners all worked so hard to source, roast, and brew with care.""
""It just went a little bit out of control.""
""I like it with the cream top more, but I understand why the add-on was removed.""
Maru Coffee and Mandarin Coffee Stand, two notable L.A. coffee shops, have recently removed cream top add-ons from their menus due to concerns that these indulgent toppings overshadow the quality of the coffee itself. Originating from Austrian coffee traditions, the cream top became a popular feature in L.A., yet shop owners felt it detracted from highlighting meticulously sourced coffee flavors. Both shops emphasize a philosophy of serving drinks they can be proud of, without the sweetness of cream masking the artisan process behind their brews.
Read at Los Angeles Times
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