Iced Latte Recipe
Servings: 1
If you enjoy coffee chilled and simple, an iced coffee latte is a great go-to. With just a few ingredients and a couple of minutes, it’s easy to prepare at home and adjust to your taste.
Tips Before Making Your Iced Latte
Chill Your Coffee Beforehand
If you’re using espresso, cold brew, or even regular brewed coffee, it’s best to let it cool completely before preparing your drink. Pouring hot coffee over ice can water it down quickly and affect the overall balance. Preparing your base in advance and keeping it chilled in a glass mason jar or airtight container is a simple way to streamline your routine when making a homemade iced coffee drink.Use Plenty of Ice
Ice does more than just cool the drink, it adds structure and helps maintain consistency. Fill your glass to the top before you pour in the milk and coffee. This keeps everything cold and slows dilution. Whether you’re using cold milk or a milk alternative, this step makes the process easier and helps you achieve the texture you expect from a chilled coffee drink.Adjust Sweetness and Flavour Based on What You Have
Sweeteners and add-ins can easily be tailored. A small amount of maple syrup or honey blends well with most coffee types. If you’re using a dark roast, you might find that a splash of milk is all you need. Some prefer a light hint of flavour, while others like to build on their base. That’s part of the ease of preparing this kind of drink at home, it’s flexible.
Instructions
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour in the cooled coffee, followed by the International Delight coffee enhancer and milk.
Stir gently until combined.
Serve immediately.
Questions Related to the Iced Latte Recipe
Do Iced Caffe Lattes Have Caffeine?
Yes, an iced caffe latte typically contains caffeine from the espresso coffee or other coffee base used. Whether you're using a shot of espresso, instant coffee, or brewing your own using a French press, the caffeine content will depend on the type of bean and portion size. For a lower-caffeine version, you can simply reduce the amount of coffee or use a decaffeinated option.
Which has more intense caffeine: Iced Coffee or Iced Latte?
The strength of a drink depends on the ratio of coffee to milk. An iced coffee mocha or regular iced coffee often contains more coffee per ounce than a latte, which includes more milk. In contrast, an iced latte usually has less concentrated coffee, especially if you're using milk and sweetener to balance things out. You can customize either version depending on how bold or light you prefer your drink.
What Kind of Milk Should You Use?
You can use any type of milk, including almond, soy milk, or coconut milk. Each one brings a different texture and can be stored in the fridge for convenience. If you enjoy a bit of foam on top, warming the milk slightly and frothing it before pouring can help you recreate a layered look, similar to what you might see in a coffee shop. Whether you're preparing a seasonal peppermint mocha drink or a more neutral version, this flexibility makes a homemade iced latte easy to adapt with what you have on hand.
Whether you keep it classic or experiment with new combinations, an iced latte is one of those drinks that easily fits into your day. With a few ingredients and a little prep, it’s simple to make your own version at home, ready when you are, and easy to adapt whenever you feel like switching things up!
Ingredients
Ingredients
- ½ cup cooled espresso or cold brew
- ½ cup cold milk (or plant-based alternative)
- ¼ cup International Delight coffee enhancer, flavour of choice
- Ice
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