Are you someone who loves to enjoy cold coffee while reading a book, chatting with friends, or simply relaxing? But perhaps you're hesitant to spend money on overpriced, overhyped coffee at high-end cafes. Well, you're about to discover some fantastic tricks for making cafe-style cold coffee at home that tastes just as good, if not better than what you'd find at your favorite coffee shop.
In this blog, you'll learn not one, not two, but four different types of cold coffee from scratch. So, let's start by preparing the coffee base that will serve as the foundation for all these delightful drinks.
Step 1: Preparing the Coffee Base
Ingredients:
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2 cups water
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4 tablespoons finely ground coffee powder
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4 tablespoons caster sugar
Method:
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In a saucepan, combine the water, coffee powder, and caster sugar.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring to ensure the sugar dissolves completely.
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Once boiled, remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
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Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate until chilled.
Pro Tip: Cooking the sugar with water creates a syrup that adds shine and richness to your coffee. That’s why cafes use sugar syrup, not powdered sugar.
1. The OG Iced Coffee
A timeless classic that's both simple and satisfying.
Ingredients:
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Ice cubes
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Chilled coffee base
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Fresh cream
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Milk of your choice (regular, oat, almond, etc.)
Method:
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Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
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Pour in the chilled coffee base to your desired strength.
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Add a splash of fresh cream to create a visually appealing layer.
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Top off with your preferred milk.
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Stir gently and enjoy!
2. Frappuccino (Blended Iced Coffee)
A creamy, blended delight that's perfect for warm days.
Ingredients:
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Chilled coffee base
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Sweetened condensed milk
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Ice cubes
Method:
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In a blender, combine the chilled coffee base, a generous spoonful of sweetened condensed milk, and a handful of ice cubes.
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Blend until smooth and frothy.
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For an extra kick, pour a little coffee base into your glass before adding the blended mixture.
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Serve immediately and savor the creamy, slushy goodness.
3. Coffee Freakshake
A decadent treat that's both a drink and a dessert.
Ingredients:
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Chocolate cream biscuits (e.g., Oreos)
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Chilled coffee base
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Chocolate syrup
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Milk of your choice
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Chocolate sprinkles
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Vanilla ice cream
Method:
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In a blender, combine a few chocolate cream biscuits, the chilled coffee base, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, and your chosen milk.
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Blend until smooth.
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Pour the mixture into a glass.
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Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, crumbled biscuits, chocolate sprinkles, and an extra drizzle of chocolate syrup.
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Indulge in this rich and delightful concoction.
4. Dalgona Coffee
A whipped coffee sensation that took the internet by storm.
Ingredients:
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2 tablespoons instant coffee
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2 tablespoons sugar
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2 tablespoons hot water
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Milk of your choice
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Ice cubes (optional)
Method:
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In a bowl, combine the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water.
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Whisk vigorously until the mixture becomes thick and forms stiff peaks. This can take 2–5 minutes with an electric mixer or about 10–15 minutes by hand.
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Fill a glass with milk and ice cubes if desired.
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Spoon the whipped coffee mixture over the milk.
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Stir before drinking, or enjoy the layered effect as is.
Note: Instant coffee is essential for achieving the desired frothy texture in Dalgona coffee.
Final Thoughts
With these four recipes, you can enjoy cafe-style cold coffee in the comfort of your own home. Whether you prefer the simplicity of an iced coffee, the indulgence of a freakshake, or the trendiness of Dalgona coffee, there's something here for every coffee lover.
So, grab your favorite mug or glass, experiment with these recipes, and treat yourself to a delightful coffee experience without stepping out the door.
