Refreshing Iced Coffee (Printable Version)
Cool and invigorating coffee over ice with sweetener and creamy milk. Perfect for hot summer days.
# What You Need:
→ Coffee
01 - 2 cups freshly brewed strong coffee, cooled
→ Sweetener
02 - 2 tablespoons sugar or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
→ Dairy
03 - 1/2 cup milk, half-and-half, or plant-based milk
→ Garnish & Extras
04 - Ice cubes
05 - Whipped cream (optional)
06 - Cocoa powder or ground cinnamon (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Brew 2 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method. Let cool to room temperature or chill in the refrigerator.
02 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes.
03 - Pour 1 cup of cooled coffee into each glass.
04 - Stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar or simple syrup per glass, adjusting sweetness to taste.
05 - Add 1/4 cup of milk or dairy alternative to each glass. Stir gently to combine.
06 - Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in literally five minutes with ingredients you probably already have
- The ratio of coffee to sweetness to cream is perfectly balanced for that coffee shop taste at home
02 -
- Hot coffee poured directly over ice will melt too quickly and water down your drink
- Cold brew concentrate makes this even smoother if you plan ahead the night before
03 -
- Brew your coffee the night before and keep it in the fridge for instant morning iced coffee
- Invest in a reusable straw and tall glass to make this feel like a daily treat instead of a throwaway cup