Iced Shaken Espresso 🥶☕ Strong, Chilled, and Frothed to Perfection

— Bold Flavor, No Cream Overload

The Iced Shaken Espresso is where intensity meets refreshment. It’s espresso brewed hot, shaken ice-cold, and frothed just enough to create that creamy, barista-style texture — without drowning in milk.

It’s strong, lightly sweetened, and made to hit hard in hot weather.

Ingredients (Serves 1)

• 2 shots hot espresso (or 2 oz strong brewed coffee)
• ½–1 tsp simple syrup, brown sugar syrup, or sweetener of choice (optional)
• Ice (enough to fill a cocktail shaker)
• ¼–½ cup milk or alt milk (optional — for pouring over after shaking)

Classic shaken espresso is mostly espresso + ice + syrup — the milk is optional and often minimal.

Instructions

Step 1: Brew the Espresso

1. Pull 2 shots of hot espresso.
2. Use a dark roast for bold flavor that holds up when iced.

Step 2: Shake

1. Add espresso and sweetener to a cocktail shaker or jar.
2. Fill with a generous amount of ice.
3. Shake hard for 15–20 seconds — until frothy, icy, and lightly foamed on top.

Step 3: Pour

1. Pour the shaken espresso (foam and all) into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
2. Add a splash of milk if desired, or keep it straight for max coffee impact.

Flavor Variations

• Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso – Add brown sugar syrup + dash of cinnamon before shaking
• Toasted Vanilla Version – Use vanilla syrup and oat milk for a mellow, creamy finish
• Cocoa Shaken Espresso – Add 1 tsp cocoa powder or chocolate syrup before shaking
• Salted Maple – Shake with maple syrup + a pinch of sea salt for a sweet-savory hit

Pro Tips

• Use hot espresso — it chills and foams better when shaken warm over ice
• Shake until you hear the ice dull — that’s when the foam hits
• Want a thicker head? Add a dash of egg white (bartender-style) for a creamy, silky finish (optional)

Flavor Profile

• Body: Crisp and frothy
• Taste: Intense coffee with mellowed edges
• Sweetness: Adjustable — lightly sweet to sharp and pure
• Texture: Cold, smooth, lightly foamed

Final Thoughts

The Iced Shaken Espresso is your answer to strong coffee that still refreshes. It’s lighter than a latte, punchier than cold brew, and cooler than your average iced drink — literally and figuratively.

Shake it hard. Sip it cold. Espresso, evolved. 🥶☕⚡

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