How to prepare iced coffee at home?
Did you know it's actually super simple to make iced coffee at home? Check out our iced coffee recipe for an easy, yet deliciously refreshing drink.
What is the difference between an iced coffee and a cold brew?
A cold brew is made without any heat at all, which results in lower acidity in the drink and therefore creates a smoother and sweeter taste. An iced coffee, however, is brewed and then cooled, which creates the refreshing drink we love. Iced coffees are often served with a little milk.
Iced Coffee Recipe
Our iced coffee recipe is really straightforward. You most likely have all these ingredients at home already! Simply follow the steps below to enjoy a delicious iced coffee at home.
Ingredients for an Iced Coffee
- 2 tsps of your favourite NESCAFÉ instant coffee (we like NESCAFÉ® Classic for making our iced coffee recipe as the fine powder allows it to blend perfectly)
- 200ml hot water
- 50ml milk or plant-based milk alternative*
- Ice
- Syrup or sugar (to taste)
- Tall latte glass
- A long spoon to stir
*Check for allergens
To serve
Method to make an Iced Coffee
1. Boil 200ml of water, once it is freshly boiled (not boiling) pour it into your cup
2. Add 2 tsps of your favourite NESCAFÉ instant coffee to the water
3. Add in sugar or syrup to the mix, depending on your personal taste
4. Let the coffee mixture cool, you can either do this by leaving it on the kitchen counter to cool to room temperature or you can pop it in the fridge for a few hours if you want your coffee extra cold
5. Once it’s room temperature – or cold depending on your preference, add in around 50ml milk or milk alternative, alternatively if you’d prefer your coffee black, skip this step
6. Fill the rest of the glass with ice
7. Sit back and enjoy!
Method to make an Iced Coffee
Now that you know how to make iced coffee at home, why not try your hand at making a latte next?
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, precisely! The only difference is that iced coffee is made directly with cold water, instead of boiling your kettle first. While the ingredients are the same as a normal cup of coffee (coffee granules and water), you can add ice cubes, chilled milk, or whipped cream to flavour it with your personal style. It’s not the same as making a hot cup of NESCAFÉ and letting it cool – it’s about getting instant ice-cold refreshment from your favourite NESCAFÉ.
There are many ways to make froth for coffee, iced or hot. Use a whisk, an electric mixer, a coffee plunger, or a frothing machine to get your milk frothy and velvety. Remember, cows’ milk froths better than plant-based alternatives.
Coffee is a versatile drink that works well with lots of different flavours. A good place to start would be with hazelnut, chocolate, or toffee flavours. It's easy to find sugar-free flavoured syrups to add to your iced coffee.
Making your iced coffee at home with NESCAFÉ is bound to awaken the coffee connoisseur in you!
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