Creamy, café-style iced latte you can make at home. Layers of espresso-strength coffee, milk, and ice create the perfect refreshing but indulgent summer drink.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp (6g) Shyne Lion's Mane Coffee
- 2 oz Hot waterJust to dissolve
- 8 oz Cold oat milk
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 1 tbsp Vanilla syrupOptional
~90 calories per serving
Instructions
- 1
Dissolve coffee in 2 oz of hot water to create a concentrated 'espresso'.
- 2
Add vanilla syrup to the coffee concentrate if using.
- 3
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- 4
Pour cold oat milk over the ice, filling about 3/4 of the glass.
- 5
Slowly pour the coffee concentrate over the milk for a layered effect.
Pro tip: Pour over the back of a spoon for cleaner layers.
- 6
Stir before drinking, or enjoy the layers as you sip.
The Café-Style Iced Latte at Home
Making a professional iced latte at home is simpler than you think. The key is creating a concentrated "espresso" from your instant coffee rather than diluting it with water.
Why Concentrate Matters
The Specialty Coffee Association notes that proper coffee-to-water ratios are essential. For iced lattes, you need that punch of coffee flavor to stand up to all the milk and ice.
The Layered Effect
Want that Instagram-worthy layered look? The secret is density difference. Pour milk first (it's heavier), then slowly add coffee on top. The coffee floats, creating beautiful layers.
Upgrade with Lion's Mane
Using Lion's Mane Coffee adds cognitive benefits to your afternoon iced latte. It's the perfect productivity drink.
Customize Your Latte
- Vanilla: Add 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
- Caramel: Drizzle caramel sauce
- Mocha: Add chocolate syrup
More Iced Drinks
- Iced Coffee - Simple and refreshing
- Caramel Macchiato - Sweet and layered
- Vanilla Latte - Classic flavor