Name: Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2 shots freshly brewed espresso; 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional; 1 cup ice; 1/3 cup oat milk or enough to finish the drink

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Overview

Prep5 min

Cook0 min

Total5 min

Servings1

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

2 shots freshly brewed espresso1 tablespoon packed brown sugar1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractoptional1 cup ice1/3 cup oat milkor enough to finish the drink

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Equipment

Espresso maker or moka pot
Cocktail shaker or jar with lid
Tall glass
Spoon

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Method

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Sweeten the espresso

1) Brew 2 shots of espresso. 2) While the espresso is hot, stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until the sugar dissolves.

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Shake it cold

1) Add the espresso mixture, vanilla if using, and ice to a cocktail shaker or tightly sealed jar. 2) Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until very cold and noticeably foamy.

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Pour and finish

1) Pour everything into a tall glass. 2) Top with oat milk. 3) Stir lightly if you want a more even drink, or leave the layers visible and let them mix as you sip.

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Tips

NoteShake harder than you think you need to. That little cap of espresso foam is one of the best parts of the drink.

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Nutrition

NoteNutrition varies by ingredient brands and serving size.

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Storage

Best freshMake and drink this fresh. Shaken espresso loses its foam quickly and does not improve in the refrigerator.

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Frequently asked

Can I use strong coffee instead of espresso?+

You can, but it will taste lighter. Use a small amount of very strong coffee so the drink does not become watery.

Why add the sugar while the espresso is hot?+

Brown sugar dissolves much more evenly in hot espresso before the drink meets the ice.

Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment