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Starbucks Iced Coffee Drinks Recipe

Learn how to recreate your favorite Starbucks iced coffee drinks at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for coffee lovers who want a refreshing, homemade pick-me-up.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brewed coffee preferably strong or cold brew
  • 1/2 cup milk or milk alternative such as almond, oat, or soy milk
  • 1-2 tbsp simple syrup or sweetener of choice adjust to taste
  • Ice cubes

Equipment

  • Coffee maker or French press
  • Ice cube tray (optional)
  • Glass or tumbler
  • Spoon or straw for mixing

Method
 

  1. Brew the Coffee:
  2. Brew 1 cup of strong coffee using your preferred method, whether it’s a drip coffee maker, French press, or pour-over.
  3. If you have time, let the coffee cool to room temperature or chill it in the refrigerator for faster cooling.
  4. Prepare the Glass:
  5. Fill a glass with ice cubes to chill the coffee. If you prefer more ice, feel free to add extra cubes.
  6. Mix the Coffee:
  7. Pour the brewed coffee over the ice.
  8. Add your milk (or milk alternative) and stir to combine. Adjust the amount depending on how creamy or rich you like your iced coffee.
  9. Sweeten:
  10. Add simple syrup or sweetener of your choice (sugar, honey, agave, or a sugar substitute). Stir well to ensure it dissolves completely.
  11. Serve:
  12. Stir the iced coffee well, and serve immediately with a straw. Enjoy your homemade iced coffee!
  13. Customizations for Starbucks-Style Iced Coffee Variations
  14. Iced Caramel Macchiato
  15. Layer 1-2 tbsp caramel syrup at the bottom of the glass.
  16. Add ice, followed by the coffee and milk (traditionally, it’s vanilla syrup with milk).
  17. Drizzle more caramel sauce on top for that signature Starbucks touch.
  18. Iced Vanilla Latte
  19. Add 1-2 tbsp vanilla syrup to your glass.
  20. Pour in iced coffee, followed by milk, and stir to combine.
  21. Iced Mocha
  22. Mix 1-2 tbsp chocolate syrup with your brewed coffee before adding ice.
  23. Add milk and stir, creating a chocolatey, creamy iced mocha.
  24. Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
  25. Add 1-2 tbsp cinnamon dolce syrup (or make your own with cinnamon and simple syrup).
  26. Mix with brewed coffee, followed by milk and ice, and stir.