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Iced Brown Sugar Oat Shaken Espresso

Region: Modern Cafe Culture (Popularized globally by chains in the 2020s)
Total Time: 5 minutes
Indulgence: ☕️☕️ (Medium)
The Story:
A direct descendant of the Italian shakerato, this drink exploded in popularity thanks to its Instagram-worthy layers and perfect balance of bitter espresso, sweet caramel notes from the brown sugar, and creamy oat milk. The shaking technique is key, creating a delightfully frothy and chilled espresso base that is distinctly different from simply pouring espresso over ice.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Brewing time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots espresso, cooled slightly
  • 1-2 tbsp brown sugar syrup*
  • A dash of cinnamon
  • Ice
  • Oat milk (or milk of choice)

Equipment

  • 1 Espresso machine
  • 1 Cocktail shaker

Method
 

  1. Combine the freshly pulled espresso, brown sugar syrup, and cinnamon in a cocktail shaker.
  2. Add a handful of ice, seal, and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until frothy.
  3. Strain into a glass filled with fresh ice.
  4. Top up with oat milk, leaving the frothy espresso layer on top.
  5. Pro Tip: *Make your own syrup by dissolving 1 cup brown sugar in 1 cup water over heat. Add a cinnamon stick while cooling for extra flavor.
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