Iced Brown Sugar Oat Latte (View Print Version)

Refreshing coffee with brown sugar syrup, chilled oat milk, and espresso shaken over ice for a silky finish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Brown Sugar Syrup

01 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
02 - 2 tablespoons water
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Coffee & Milk

05 - 1 shot (1 fluid ounce) espresso or 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
06 - 3/4 cup (6 fluid ounces) chilled oat milk
07 - Ice cubes

# Method:

01 - Combine brown sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat, stir in cinnamon and vanilla extract, then let cool.
02 - Brew a fresh shot of espresso or prepare strong brewed coffee.
03 - Place ice cubes into a cocktail shaker or large jar with lid.
04 - Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of the prepared brown sugar syrup, espresso, and chilled oat milk to the shaker.
05 - Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds until well chilled and frothy.
06 - Strain the mixture into a tall glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
07 - Optionally garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It gives you that creamy, shaken texture you crave from coffee shops without leaving your house.
  • The brown sugar syrup adds a warm, molasses-like sweetness that feels cozy even over ice.
  • Shaking it creates a frothy top layer that makes every sip feel special.
  • You can tweak the sweetness and strength to match your exact mood.
02 -
  • If you skip shaking and just stir, you lose that silky, airy texture that makes this drink feel special.
  • Always let the syrup cool completely before adding it to the shaker, or it will melt your ice and water down the drink.
  • Using a cocktail shaker with a built-in strainer makes the process faster and cleaner than a jar.
03 -
  • Shake the drink longer than you think you need to, the extra effort creates a creamier, more luxurious texture.
  • Always use fresh ice in the serving glass so the drink stays cold and doesn't get watered down too quickly.
  • If you don't have a shaker, a mason jar with a tight lid works just as well, just make sure you hold it firmly.
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