Hey Lykkers! There’s nothing like sipping on a chilled iced coffee to beat the heat or give you that midday energy boost. Whether you're a seasoned coffee lover or a newcomer to the iced coffee world, making it at home can be a rewarding and customizable experience.
In this guide, we’ll break down exactly how to make three different kinds of iced coffee—from the simplest to the most intricate—so you can enjoy a cool, refreshing drink in no time!
What You Need: Ingredients and Tools
Before we get started, let’s gather everything we’ll need to make these iced coffee drinks. Don’t worry—it's all simple!
Ingredients:
- Fresh Coffee Beans (or pre-ground coffee) – 30g (for strong coffee flavor)
- Ice Cubes – Enough to fill a glass (about 1 cup)
- Water – 250ml (for brewing)
- Milk or Milk Substitute (such as almond or oat milk) – 100ml (for lattes or to add creaminess)
- Sugar or Sweetener – 1-2 teaspoons (optional, depending on your sweetness preference)
- Chocolate Syrup (for iced mocha, optional) – 1 tablespoon
Tools:
- Coffee Maker or French Press – To brew the coffee
- Glass or Cup – To serve your iced coffee
- Spoon or Stirrer – For mixing the sugar or milk
- Strainer – If using the cold brew method
How to Make Traditional Iced Coffee
This is the quickest and easiest way to enjoy iced coffee. Follow these simple steps:
Step 1: Brew the Coffee
Start by brewing 250ml of strong coffee. You can use a drip coffee maker, a French press, or pour-over method, whichever you prefer. You’ll need to use around 30g of coffee beans (or about 2 tablespoons of pre-ground coffee) to ensure it’s strong enough to hold up when chilled.
Step 2: Sweeten (Optional)
While the coffee is still hot, add sugar (about 1-2 teaspoons) to taste. Stir it well so that the sugar dissolves completely. You can skip this step if you prefer your iced coffee black.
Step 3: Prepare the Ice
Fill a glass with ice cubes, about one cup’s worth.
Step 4: Pour the Coffee
Once your coffee is brewed and slightly cooled (but still warm), pour it over the ice cubes. The ice will quickly chill the coffee, giving you that refreshing cold drink.
Step 5: Add Milk (Optional)
If you like your iced coffee creamy, add about 100ml of milk or a milk substitute like almond milk. Stir it well to mix the flavors.
And that’s it! You’ve made traditional iced coffee. Enjoy it as is or get creative with flavored syrups or extra toppings!
How to Make Iced Latte
For a smooth and creamy iced latte, follow these steps:
Step 1: Brew the Coffee
Brew one shot of espresso (or 30ml of very strong coffee) using your espresso machine or coffee maker.
Step 2: Sweeten (Optional)
As with the traditional iced coffee, you can add sugar to your espresso shot. Stir well to dissolve.
Step 3: Prepare the Ice
Fill a glass with ice cubes, about one cup.
Step 4: Pour the Espresso
Pour the hot espresso over the ice cubes in the glass.
Step 5: Add Milk
Pour 100ml of milk or milk substitute into the glass with the espresso and ice. Stir everything together until well mixed.
For a stronger coffee flavor, you can always add more espresso or less milk—feel free to adjust the balance to suit your taste!
How to Make Iced Mocha
If you’re craving something sweeter with a chocolatey twist, an iced mocha might be your perfect drink. Here’s how to make it:
Step 1: Brew the Coffee
Start by brewing 250ml of strong coffee, using 30g of coffee beans (or 2 tablespoons of pre-ground coffee). You can use any brewing method you like.
Step 2: Sweeten with Chocolate Syrup
Once the coffee is brewed, add 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup and stir it well to dissolve.
Step 3: Sweeten (Optional)
If you like your iced mocha extra sweet, add sugar to taste—about 1-2 teaspoons should do the trick.
Step 4: Prepare the Ice
Fill a glass with about 1 cup of ice cubes.
Step 5: Pour the Coffee
Pour your chocolate-flavored coffee over the ice cubes in the glass.
Step 6: Add Milk
To give your iced mocha that creamy, rich flavor, pour about 100ml of milk or milk substitute into the glass. Stir everything well until it’s evenly mixed.
Cold Brew Iced Coffee: The Smoothest Option
Cold brew coffee is a smoother, less acidic option. It takes a little longer to prepare, but the result is worth the wait.
Step 1: Measure the Coffee
Use 60g of coarsely ground coffee beans for 500ml of cold water. This ratio makes a strong, flavorful concentrate.
Step 2: Mix the Coffee and Water
In a large jar or container, combine the ground coffee with the cold water. Stir it to ensure the coffee grounds are fully saturated.
Step 3: Steep the Coffee
Cover the container and let it steep at room temperature for 12-24 hours. The longer you steep it, the stronger and more flavorful the cold brew will be.
Step 4: Strain the Coffee
Once the steeping time is complete, strain the coffee using a fine mesh strainer or a coffee filter to remove the grounds.
Step 5: Serve Over Ice
Pour the cold brew concentrate over ice cubes in a glass. You can dilute it with water or milk if you prefer a lighter taste.
Time to Enjoy Your Iced Coffee
Now that you’ve learned the steps to create a variety of iced coffee drinks, it’s time to put your knowledge to the test! From a bold iced coffee to a rich iced latte or indulgent iced mocha, you have plenty of options to choose from. Adjust the coffee-to-milk and ice ratios to suit your taste, and don’t hesitate to add unique touches like syrups, whipped cream, or a sprinkle of cocoa powder for a personal twist.
We hope this guide inspires you to enjoy your favorite iced coffee creations at home. Share with us which version you try first and any creative variations you come up with!
Thanks for reading, Lykkers—sip and savor your perfect iced coffee!
HOW TO MAKE ICED COFFEE (QUICK AND EASY RECIPE)
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