Iced Brown Sugar Oat Latte (Printable)

Dairy-free iced coffee with brown sugar syrup, creamy oat milk, and espresso, shaken 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

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar and water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat, stir in cinnamon and vanilla extract, and allow to cool.
02 - Prepare a fresh shot of espresso or brew strong coffee using preferred method.
03 - Fill a cocktail shaker or large jar with ice cubes.
04 - Pour 1 to 2 tablespoons of brown sugar syrup, espresso, and oat milk into the shaker.
05 - Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and frothy.
06 - Strain the contents into a tall glass filled with fresh ice. Optionally garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's genuinely creamy and smooth without any dairy, thanks to the shaking technique that builds natural foam.
  • Takes less time than your commute but tastes like something a skilled barista spent five minutes perfecting.
  • The brown sugar syrup is forgiving—make it once and you'll have it ready for the next few mornings.
02 -
  • Let your brown sugar syrup cool completely before adding it to the shaker—warm syrup will melt your ice and water down the whole drink faster.
  • The shaking step is essential; a smooth stir won't create that signature creamy froth that makes this drink different from just cold coffee with milk.
03 -
  • Pre-chill your glass in the freezer for two minutes before pouring—it keeps the drink cold longer and tastes noticeably better throughout.
  • If you don't have a cocktail shaker, a mason jar with a tight-fitting lid works just as well and feels satisfying to shake.
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