This Starbucks Copycat Iced brown sugar shaken espresso is the perfect drink for breakfast or mid day refresher, that will save you tons of money.
Brown sugar shaken espresso drinks have been gaining popularity among coffee lovers in recent years. The combination of espresso, brown sugar syrup, and ice creates a refreshing and indulgent drink that is perfect for warm days. In this blog post, we’ll provide you with easy and simple instructions on how to make a delicious brown sugar shaken espresso drink at home.
For this recipe I used my Nespresso Vertuo and so many of you ask if I love it, and how easy it is to use. First and foremost I do love it because the quality of coffee and espresso it makes its amazing. It’s fairly easy to use, just pop in a pod and press the button. Honestly the machine does all the work! Theres a bar code on each pod that is detected by the machine and tells it exactly how to brew it, at the perfect temperature and also the consistency.
I also love anything coffee related so my coffee bar is a special place in my kitchen. Everything from my coffee syrups to coffee mugs, you can find everything on my my shops page.
Step 1: Gather Your Ingredients
To make a brown sugar shaken espresso drink, you will need the following ingredients:
2 shots of espresso
2 tablespoons of brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 cup of ice
Milk of your choice
You can find brown sugar syrup at most grocery stores, or you can make your own by combining equal parts brown sugar and water in a saucepan and heating until the sugar has dissolved. I simply just used brown sugar that I already had.
Step 2: Brew Your Espresso
Brew two shots of espresso using your preferred method. You can use an espresso machine, a stovetop espresso maker, or a French press. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can use strong brewed coffee instead.
Step 3: Make the Brown Sugar Syrup
If you didn’t purchase pre-made brown sugar syrup, you’ll need to make your own. Combine equal parts brown sugar and water in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved. Allow the mixture to cool before using. This is optional, I did not make a simple syrup, instead I used brown sugar and added in 1 tbsp of vanilla bean syrup. If you don’t have vanilla bean syrup you can use vanilla extract as well.
Step 4: Shake It Up
Add the brown sugar syrup and ice to a cocktail shaker or a mason jar along with the cinnamon. Pour in the espresso and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds.
Step 5: Pour and Enjoy
Pour the mixture into a glass and enjoy as is, or add milk of your choice to create a creamy latte-like drink. You can also add whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra indulgent treat.
End result:
Making a brown sugar shaken espresso drink at home is quick and easy, and requires just a few simple ingredients. With these instructions, you’ll be able to create a delicious coffee drink that will impress your friends and family. So, next time you’re in the mood for a sweet and refreshing coffee beverage, give this recipe a try and enjoy your homemade drink!
In a coffee cup, add brown sugar, ground cinnamon and vanilla syrup. Brew the espresso into this cup and mix until sugar is dissolved and everything is well combined.
In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, add the espresso and shake for 15-20 seconds, until it gets nice and frothy.
Pour over ice and add milk, mix and enjoy!
Notes
Instead of adding ice and watering down the espresso before you shake it, add a little splash of milk instead.
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