Sunday October 1 marks International Coffee Day and it is no secret that New Zealand takes pride in the quality of their coffee.

All over the country flat whites, long blacks and everything in between are necessities to get Kiwis started every day.

But there is more to a café menu than the traditional flat white. Some cafés are pushing boundaries with some outrageous creations. We have picked out some of the best.

C1 Espresso, Christchurch C1 Espresso in Christchurch is like a mad science laboratory of activity. Bubble tea coffee, charcoal lattes and pumpkin spiced lattes are all served in quirky style often incorporating dry ice for spectacular effect. Check out the kid's menu as well for some crazy versions of hot chocolate. http://c1espresso.co.nz/

Laneway Espresso, Christchurch Another Christchurch fave, Laneway Espresso is famous for it's Red Velvet Latte, like the classic cake but in liquid form. So good. https://www.facebook.com/lanewayespresso

Flight Coffee, Wellington Found in New Zealand's coffee capital Flight Coffee's tasting board is a great way to experience different beans and different styles of coffee. For the experts or people who want to look like experts. https://flightcoffee.co.nz/hangar

Major Sprout, Auckland Caffeine just not fitting with your new wellness way of life? Check out Auckland's Major Sprout and give the special latte board a go. Featuring a matcha latte, tumeric latte and ginger latte. Don't spend too much time gramming the prettiness or your drinks will go cold. https://www.facebook.com/majorsprout/ Winona Forever, Auckland Sometimes you just want a good ol' cuppa tea and at Winona Forever (named after Johnny Depp's infamous tattoo) in Auckland they've got your back. Try their gorgeous Earl Grey latte for a taste of old with a taste of new. https://www.facebook.com/winonaforevercafé

More info:

http://media.newzealand.com/en/story-ideas/wellington-a-coffee-tour-de-force/ http://media.newzealand.com/en/story-ideas/wellington-a-caffeine-lovers-paradise/

http://media.newzealand.com/en/news/guide-to-coffee-roasters-celebrates-new-zealand-s/