Description
The iced shaken espresso has a lightly sweet and creamy flavor, a lovely foamy texture, and a rich espresso finish. You’ll love it.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp. brown sugar
- 1/8 tsp. ground cinnamon (optional, see notes)
- double shot of espresso
- 1/2 cup milk
- ice
Instructions
- Add brown sugar and cinnamon if using to an espresso shot glass. Brew espresso right over the brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir to dissolve sugar.
- Fill a glass with ice and pour milk over the top.
- Add at least 6 ice cubes to a cocktail shaker and pour brown sugar espresso over the top. Cover tightly and shake until frothy.
- Pour espresso over the milk and stir to mix.
Notes
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately – the frothy texture breaks down quickly, so make it fresh each time.
Ingredients: The brown sugar adds a subtle sweetness that works really well with espresso without being overpowering. Adjust the amount to your preference, or swap for simple syrup or brown sugar syrup if you want a smoother mix-in. Cinnamon is optional, the Starbucks shaken espresso includes it, but the drink is equally good without.
Tools: You’ll need an espresso machine, Nespresso, or moka pot to pull the shots, and a cocktail shaker to get that frothy texture. A regular mason jar with a lid works in a pinch if you don’t have a shaker.