Why do Koreans love ‘Iced Americanos’?

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Jae-Il (Jonathan) is a barista and roaster at Normcore Coffee Roasters

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Rain, snow or shine, South Koreans love to sip on an ‘Iced Americano’ (iced long black). Shona and Harry are joined by barista and roaster from Normcore Coffee Roasters, a speciality coffee supplier in Australia. They unpack the different ways coffee is enjoyed in South Korea and Australia. From milk alternatives to grading coffee, get a Korean-Australian lens on what makes coffee culture enjoyable and different in both countries.

Say Kimchi is a podcast about Korean culture but not as you know it. Hosts Shona Yang and Harry Jun offer a snapshot of Korean culture through a Korean-Australian lens.

In this episode we talk to Jae-Il (Jonathan) You, a barista and roaster at
Normcore Coffee Roasters
. Hear about the different ways coffee is consumed in Australia and Korea, why Koreans love Iced Americanos and the realities of running a speciality cafe.
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Why do Koreans love ‘Iced Americanos’?

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04/03/202434:01
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