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Refreshing Iced Espresso Recipes

Classic Iced Espresso

Refreshing Iced Espresso Recipes are your ticket to a delicious, energizing, and wallet-friendly coffee experience right in your own kitchen. This guide will walk you through crafting perfect iced espresso drinks that rival your favorite cafe, offering a cool and invigorating way to enjoy your caffeine fix any time.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage, Coffee

Ingredients
  

  • 1-2 shots freshly brewed espresso (about 1-2 ounces)
  • 1 cup ice cubes plenty of ice
  • 1/2 cup milk of your choice (whole, skim, almond, oat, soy)
  • 1-2 teaspoons sweetener (sugar, simple syrup, honey, maple syrup), or to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • Vanilla extract Optional
  • Cocoa powder Optional
  • Cinnamon Optional
  • Flavored syrups Optional

Method
 

  1. Start by brewing 1-2 shots of your favorite espresso. If you don't have an espresso machine, a Moka pot or AeroPress can also yield a strong, concentrated coffee shot. Allow the espresso to cool for a minute or two so it doesn't melt the ice too quickly.
    1-2 shots freshly brewed espresso
  2. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Make sure to use plenty of ice to keep your drink perfectly chilled.
    1 cup ice cubes
  3. If you prefer a sweetened drink, add your chosen sweetener to the bottom of the glass. For best results, use simple syrup or dissolve sugar in a small amount of warm espresso before adding it to the ice.
    1-2 teaspoons sweetener
  4. Carefully pour the freshly brewed espresso over the ice-filled glass.
    1-2 shots freshly brewed espresso, 1 cup ice cubes
  5. Pour your preferred milk over the espresso and ice. Adjust the amount of milk to your liking – more milk for a creamier, milder drink, less for a bolder espresso flavor.
    1/2 cup milk of your choice, 1-2 shots freshly brewed espresso, 1 cup ice cubes
  6. Gently stir all the ingredients together to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary. Serve immediately and savor your homemade iced espresso!
    1/2 cup milk of your choice, 1-2 shots freshly brewed espresso, 1 cup ice cubes, 1-2 teaspoons sweetener

Notes

For best results, it's always recommended to make and consume your iced espresso immediately. If you must store it, refrigerate in an airtight container and consume within 24 hours. You can also freeze leftover espresso in ice cube trays for future use.
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