Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Espresso (Printer-Friendly)

Espresso shaken with brown sugar syrup, oat milk, and cinnamon for a creamy, chilled coffee drink.

# What You'll Need:

→ Espresso

01 - 2 shots (2 oz) freshly brewed espresso or 1/3 cup strong coffee

→ Brown Sugar Syrup

02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons hot water
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ To Serve

05 - 1 cup ice cubes
06 - 3/4 cup (6 oz) unsweetened oat milk
07 - Optional: extra brown sugar or ground cinnamon for garnish

# Method:

01 - In a small cup, mix brown sugar, hot water, and ground cinnamon until the sugar dissolves completely.
02 - Pull two shots of espresso or substitute with one-third cup of strong coffee.
03 - Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker or sealable jar. Pour in the freshly brewed espresso and brown sugar syrup.
04 - Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 20 seconds until mixture is well chilled and frothy.
05 - Pour the shaken mixture with ice into a tall glass.
06 - Top with unsweetened oat milk, pouring gently to layer if desired. Stir to combine and garnish with cinnamon or brown sugar as preferred.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The brown sugar cinnamon syrup turns ordinary espresso into something special without much effort.
  • Oat milk brings creaminess and balances the coffee's intensity, making this feel like a treat every time.
02 -
  • If you rush the shake, you miss out on the signature airy foam—it’s worth those extra seconds.
  • Barista-style oat milk stays layered and gives a silkier mouthfeel; regular oat milk blends in faster but tastes lighter.
03 -
  • If your shaker leaks, use a sturdy mason jar with a reliable lid—nothing ruins the process faster than spilled syrup.
  • Adding ice to both the shaker and glass keeps every sip chilled, so the foam lasts longer.
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