"Babyccinos"? Yeah, creative name.
And they can't be that good because that kid looks like he's about to puke itno his cup.
'Babyccinos' for Kids: Tasty or Terrible?
SodaHead Living
2012/02/21 17:47:27
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You may want to sit down for this one. Young children in Brooklyn, N.Y., are sipping "babyccinos" in local cafes, The Brooklyn Paper reports. But before you pick up the phone to call the authorities, take heart: The beverages only use decaf coffee, and some don't even use coffee at all. So, what exactly is a babyccino?
According to the report, babyccinos usually appear in two versions: mini decaf cappuccinos or simple cups of steamed milk and foam (sometimes with a touch of cinnamon). "Our children love babyccinos!" Eric Worcester, who ordered the milk-only version for his kids, Evelyn, 5, and Shirley, 2, at Brooklyn's Sit and Wonder, told the paper. One Brooklyn barista said she serves between five and 10 of the hot beverages -- which cost $2 -- each day.
Aussie coffee expert Paul Caligiore told the paper that the trend started in Australia about a decade ago with milk-only babyccinos -- but he has concerns. "They interrupt workflow, create milk wastage and can be served at a dangerous temperature to a vulnerable consumer," he says.
But even though decaf coffee may contain a touch of caffeine, experts say that's fine. "A small percentage of caffeine on a non-regular basis is probably OK," pediatrician Deena Blanchard told the paper. Do you think kids should sip babyccinos? Or are they a waste of money, and potentially dangerous for little ones?
According to the report, babyccinos usually appear in two versions: mini decaf cappuccinos or simple cups of steamed milk and foam (sometimes with a touch of cinnamon). "Our children love babyccinos!" Eric Worcester, who ordered the milk-only version for his kids, Evelyn, 5, and Shirley, 2, at Brooklyn's Sit and Wonder, told the paper. One Brooklyn barista said she serves between five and 10 of the hot beverages -- which cost $2 -- each day.
Aussie coffee expert Paul Caligiore told the paper that the trend started in Australia about a decade ago with milk-only babyccinos -- but he has concerns. "They interrupt workflow, create milk wastage and can be served at a dangerous temperature to a vulnerable consumer," he says.
But even though decaf coffee may contain a touch of caffeine, experts say that's fine. "A small percentage of caffeine on a non-regular basis is probably OK," pediatrician Deena Blanchard told the paper. Do you think kids should sip babyccinos? Or are they a waste of money, and potentially dangerous for little ones?
Top Opinion
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Tree-Hugger 2012/02/22 16:44:37
Does it seem to drive them into being big caffiene drinkers later? All of mom's habits are not so good to copy. lol
Tight Azz
or
Narrow minded
I could be wrong but I think I am not : )
And that this is an opinion site talking about how its a terrible idea and why or why not.
Not going ultra-patriot on you, but really, no, we have our vocal conservative elements but we've come a lot farther than most places(to the chagrin of those conservatives)
but i think its silly for ppl to be worried over steamed milk LOL
They didn't have those when my kids were little, however my coffee shop sold Italian Soda's which I bought for 1.50 a piece so I could enjoy a good cup of coffee out and my children were not bored and irritated for having to stop. Makes the day more enjoyable when both you and your child(ren) can have fun and enjoy what you are out doing
Its warm milk, lets not read too much into this.