A Melbourne coffee shop misled its customers by including “breast milk” as a coffee option, leaving some customers baffled by the unusual offer.
Sergy Boy, a trendy cafe on Collins Street in Docklands, last week put up a cheeky sign on its counter announcing: “Now serving: almond milk, oat milk, lactose-free milk.” Next week, breast milk.
This so-called milk alternative cost an additional $5 per coffee, a steep price compared to the usual 50-cent charge for almond, oat, or lactose-free milk.
The sign quickly caught the attention of a Sydney man who was visiting Melbourne for work.
The man asked about the sign and the “breast milk” on offer and was met with a disconcerting expression from staff who thought he wanted it with his coffee.
However, after a moment of confusion, he quickly told them that he didn’t want breast milk with his coffee and just wanted to know why it was on the sign.
One of the baristas explained that the sign was “just a joke” and that breast milk was not an alternative offered in the cafe.
“It’s probably a response to all the interesting requests for milk they get every week,” the man said.
The sign was seen on the cafe’s glass counter offering “breast milk” for $5.
A barista at Sergy Boy, a trendy cafe in Melbourne, explained that the sign was “just a joke” and that customers could not order breast milk with their coffee.
But honestly, it made me think twice. I know Melbourne is known for being hipster and forward-thinking, so I wouldn’t let it pass me by.
An image of the sign was also shared on Reddit, where many joked about it.
“Finally, a cafe in Melbourne with all the milk you need,” said one.
‘Wait, breast milk costs $5? Is there a market for this? “This could be a side job…young moms making extra money,” a second joked.
A third added: “I’m sure it would be bloody amazing.”
A fourth person joked that offering breast milk in the cafe might attract more male customers.