Popular in warm climates, iced coffee is a cool twist on classic brewed coffee. Whether made with espresso or drip coffee, it’s poured over ice and can be customized with milk or syrups for added flavor. A favorite in Japan since the 1920s, this drink offers both refreshment and a caffeine kick.
How to Make Iced Coffee
Stay cool and caffeinated with this simple recipe:
Yield
1 cup (240 ml)
Ingredients
- 2 shots of espresso
- 200ml water
- Ice cubes to taste
- Sweetener or syrup (optional)
How to prepare
- Prepare 2 shots of espresso.
- Let the coffee cool slightly to avoid melting the ice too quickly.
- Fill a cup with ice cubes.
- Pour the coffee over the ice.
- Sweeten or add milk/syrup to taste, if desired.
- Stir gently and enjoy your iced coffee!
Tip: For a smoother flavor, consider using brewed coffee instead of hot coffee.
Play Conradito Cafézito!
This recipe is based on a game for computers, called Conradito Cafézito, and is available for download and play on the Steam platform!
In the game, in addition to discovering all the coffee recipes and their curiosities, you also play to grow your coffee shop into a coffee empire! Buy recipes, unlock new ingredients, hire staff, open branches, and plant and harvest your own coffee to sell!