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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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Equipment

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

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

Instructions
 

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