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Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Recipe

Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

A refreshing café-style coffee drink that combines bold espresso with sweet brown sugar syrup, shaken over ice for a frothy, smooth texture. Perfect for home brewing and customizable to taste.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 170
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 shots espresso about 60ml
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar syrup homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup milk or milk alternative oat, almond, soy, etc.
  • Optional: vanilla extract cinnamon, nutmeg, caramel syrup for garnish
  • Brown Sugar Simple Syrup if making at home:
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup water

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or strong coffee maker
  • Cocktail shaker (or a mason jar with a lid)
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Glass or cup for serving
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Make Syrup (optional): Mix 1 cup brown sugar and 1 cup water in a pan over medium heat until dissolved. Let it cool.
  2. Brew Espresso: Make 2 shots of espresso.
  3. Sweeten: Stir 2 tablespoons of brown sugar syrup into the espresso.
  4. Shake: Pour the espresso over ice in a shaker. Shake for 15–20 seconds.
  5. Pour: Fill a glass with 1/2 cup milk and pour the shaken espresso on top.
  6. Serve: Add optional toppings like cinnamon, cocoa, or caramel. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use large ice cubes to prevent the drink from diluting quickly.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar syrup.
  • Experiment with different milk types for texture and flavor.
  • Serve immediately for the best frothy texture.
  • Variations: add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or try flavored syrups like vanilla or caramel.
  • Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso Recipe