This iced brown sugar oat milk shaken espresso is smooth, lightly spiced, and perfectly frothy with a rich espresso kick. Sweet brown sugar syrup and creamy oat milk make it a refreshing coffeehouse-style drink at home.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:1 serving
Category:Beverage
Method:Shaken
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
1 cup (200 grams) brown sugar
1 cup (240 ml) water
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon sea salt
2 shots (2 fl oz / 60 ml) espresso, or the same amount of very strong brewed coffee
About ¼ to ½ cup (60 – 120 ml) oat milk, or enough to top up the glass
Ice
Instructions
To make the brown sugar syrup, add the brown sugar, water, cinnamon, and sea salt to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the syrup from the heat and pour into a heatproof jar or container. Let cool slightly before using.
Brew a double shot of espresso or prepare very strong coffee.
Fill a jar or cocktail shaker with ice. Add the espresso and 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar syrup, or adjust to taste.
Seal and shake vigorously until the mixture is chilled and foamy.
Fill a tall glass with fresh ice and strain the shaken espresso mixture over it.
Top with cold oat milk. Froth the oat milk first if desired for a creamier texture.
Stir well and serve immediately.
Notes
Extra brown sugar syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less syrup.
Use strong brewed coffee if you do not have an espresso machine.