Refreshing Iced Coffee (Printable)
Smooth bold coffee over ice, lightly sweetened with milk. Ready in 5 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Coffee Base
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 Make It:
01 - Brew 2 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method. Let cool to room temperature or chill in the refrigerator until cold.
02 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes, filling each about three-quarters full.
03 - Pour 1 cup of cooled coffee into each glass over the ice.
04 - Stir in 1 tablespoon of sugar or simple syrup per glass, adjusting sweetness to personal preference.
05 - Pour 1/4 cup of milk or dairy alternative into each glass. Stir gently until well combined.
06 - Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cocoa powder or cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately while cold.
# Expert Hacks:
01 -
- It comes together in literally five minutes with ingredients you already have
- The coffee stays smooth without getting watered down like drive-through versions
02 -
- Brewing the coffee stronger than usual compensates for the dilution from ice
- Using coffee ice cubes instead of regular ice prevents watering down your drink
03 -
- Brew a large batch on Sunday and keep it in the fridge for quick assembly all week
- Freeze leftover coffee in ice cube trays for an undiluted experience