Coffee is more than just a drink. It’s a ritual for people like me, or a quick pick-me-up drink between meetings for others. It is the energy boost everyone needs!
However, as we welcome summer, we often start to worry about the summer-time laziness creeping in. And let’s be honest - when the heat hits, those hot cups of coffee suddenly feel impossible. But it’s still the caffeine kick that keeps our energy up and helps us stay active throughout the day.
But don’t worry, there’s always an alternative, which, in this case, is COLD COFFEE! It’s refreshing, energizing, and the perfect way to stay cool and energized in this scorching summer heat.
Here are 11 refreshing cold coffee recipes to keep you cool all summer long:
1. Classic Cold Coffee:
If you're craving a refreshing and creamy caffeine fix, a cup of classic cold coffee in a coffee mug is your best friend.
Ingredients:
1 Cup cold milk
1-2 Tsp instant coffee powder (or cooled brewed coffee)
1-2 Tsp sugar or sweetener
3-4 Ice cubes
1 Scoop vanilla ice cream (optional)
Method: Mix the coffee, sugar, ice cubes, and 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk using a blender. Continue to blend until you achieve a frothy mixture. Add the rest of the milk and blend again to mix well.
Nestip: Pour some chocolate sauce along the rim of the glass before adding the drink. Pair the classic drink with some crispy cookies kept in an airtight jar or shortbreads.
2. Iced Espresso:
Working late like your favourite singer? Well, this easy cold espresso recipe will help you get through the night.
Ingredients:
1-2 Shots freshly pulled espresso (from an espresso machine, Moka pot, or AeroPress)
1/2 to 1 cup cold water or milk (optional)
Sugar or flavoured syrup
Lots of ice cubes.
Method: Brew 1 to 2 shots of hot espresso directly into an oven-safe cup. While the espresso is still warm, add your sugar or syrup to ensure complete dissolution. Prepare a tall glass filled with ice and then pour the sweetened espresso into it.
Nestip: You can also add a little oat or almond milk for a unique flavour. Enjoy your strong beverage with a croissant or almond cake displayed in a cute cake stand.
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3. Nutella Cold Coffee:
If you’ve learnt how to make cold coffee, then trust me, you can make almost any type of coffee. Now, if you’re on a late-night study session with your friends and the “ratta-maar” concept is not working out, lift up the energy with Nutella cold coffee.
Ingredients:
1 Cup chilled milk
1-2 Tsp instant coffee
1-2 Generous tablespoons of Nutella
Sugar to taste
Ice cubes
Method: Combine instant coffee, Nutella, sugar, ice cubes, and a touch of milk in your blender and blend at high speed until Nutella is well combined in the mixture. Add remaining milk and blend until mixture becomes thick and foamy.
Nestip: Spread a bit more Nutella using a spatula along the edge of your glass. Enjoy this heavenly combination of flavours with a side of salty chips straight from your favourite snack bowl.
It has the same initial steps as the classic cold coffee; however, the only addition is that you need to add Nutella before mixing everything in the blender. There is no right portion to adding Nutella, just keep in mind the kind of sweetness your friends would like.
Then pour it into matching cups and later stack it right where you are with our floral design stackable coffee mugs set.
4. Banana Coffee Smoothie:
A banana coffee smoothie is a deliciously energising option for busy mornings, offering both nutrition and your daily caffeine fix in one easy blend.
Ingredients:
1 Ripe banana
½ to 1 cup cooled brewed coffee (or 1–2 espresso shots)
½ Cup milk
1 Tbsp peanut or almond butter
½ Tsp vanilla extract
1-2 Tsp honey or maple syrup
A handful of ice cubes.
Method: Put the ripe banana, coffee, milk, nut butter, vanilla extract, sweetener, and ice into the blender. Blend at high speed until the mixture is thick, creamy, and smooth.
Nestip: Add some oats or protein powder to give you an extra burst of energy in the morning. Best served in a travel tumbler alongside a selection of nuts.
Pour the smoothie into a glass or an insulated travel tumbler and enjoy immediately. Top it off with a sprinkle of cinnamon, cocoa powder, or granola.
5. Dalgona Iced Coffee:
Just in case you forgot the 2020 Dalgona coffee trend, we are here to remind you again!
Ingredients:
2 tbsp instant coffee powder
2 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp hot water
1 cup cold milk
Ice cubes
Method: Blend the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in a large bowl. Beat the mixture vigorously with either a manual whisk or an electric beater to produce a stiff froth. Place some ice cubes in a tall glass, add the cold milk, then gently place the frothed coffee cream above it.
Nestip: Add a little sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa powder on top of the frothed coffee before consuming it. Serve this visually attractive coffee beverage to your friends with a delicious fruit tart on a platter.
6. Orange Zest Iced Coffee:
If you’re craving something beyond the coffee flavour, this drink is the best alternative. Be it in the morning, afternoon, or evening, it is the best match to keep you fresh.
Ingredients:
1 Cup cold-brewed coffee
Fresh orange peel
A splash of water
Orange zest for garnish
Ice cubes
Method: Crush the fresh orange skin in the blender along with some water in order to obtain its juice, and then strain it. Take the glass that you will use to serve your coffee and fill it with some ice cubes. Add the cold-brewed coffee and the orange juice into the glass and blend it for 5 to 10 minutes.
Nestip: Use a transparent glass to enhance the appearance of the layers created by coffee and orange. Pair this drink with a dark chocolate brownie.
7. Matcha Cold Coffee:
It is the perfect recipe to make your coffee healthier.
Ingredients:
1 Tsp matcha powder
2 Tbsp hot water
½ Cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)
½ Cup cold milk
Honey or maple syrup to taste
Ice cubes
Method: Whisk the matcha powder and hot water together in a small bowl until completely smooth and frothy. Put ice cubes into a fresh glass and then pour the matcha mixture. Add the cold milk into the glass and then pour the cooled coffee on top.
Nestip: Sweeten the matcha right before pouring in the rest of the ingredients. Drink this beautiful drink with lemon loaf cake or vanilla pound cake.
8. Iced Maple Cinnamon Latte:
For warm days when you yearn for the flavours of a cafe, an iced maple cinnamon latte is the ideal beverage. It is cosy and somewhat sweet.
Ingredients:
½ Cup strong coffee or espresso (cooled)
¾ Cup cold milk
1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
¼ Tsp ground cinnamon
Ice cubes
Method: Start by brewing your coffee, and let it cool down completely. Put the cold milk, pure maple syrup, and cinnamon powder into a cocktail shaker or mixing glass and stir thoroughly. Add the cooled coffee and ice cubes to the mixture.
Nestip: Sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top to create an aromatic effect. Serve with a cinnamon roll or an apple pie as accompaniment.
9. Hazelnut Cold Coffee:
If you're in the mood for a cold coffee that’s rich, nutty, and a little indulgent, hazelnut cold coffee is a must-try.
Ingredients:
1 Cup chilled milk
2 Tsp instant coffee
2-3 Tsp hazelnut syrup
1-2 Tsp sugar (optional)
2 Tbsp warm water
Ice cubes
Method: Mix the coffee and sugar in two tablespoons of hot water and then allow it to cool down. Add the cooled-down coffee mixture to the blender with the cold milk, hazelnut syrup, and some ice cubes. Blend everything thoroughly until you get a thick and frothy drink.
Nestip: Add some whipped cream or vanilla ice cream as toppings on top of this drink. You can serve this delicious, nutty coffee with chocolate chip cookies on a pretty snack plate.
Pour into glass coffee cups to get a nice presentation of your perfect coffee!
10. Coconut Mocha Iced Coffee:
The rich depth of cocoa and the creamy smoothness of coconut milk combine to provide a delectably tropical and chocolatey twist on your typical iced coffee.
Ingredients:
1 Cup strong coffee or cold brew (cooled)
½ Cup coconut milk (canned or carton)
1 Tbsp chocolate syrup
1-2 Tsp sugar or maple syrup
Ice cubes
Method: Put the coffee and the coconut milk in a shaker or a glass. Add the chocolate syrup and sweetener of your choice. Add some ice cubes to the mixture and shake well.
Nestip: To make the edge of the glass look good, coat it with toasted shredded coconut. Serve some banana bread on a rustic tray to better enjoy this chocolate-filled tropical drink.
11. Chocolate Coffee Shake:
This beverage is a good alternative for days when you don’t want to go for a plain coffee shake.
Ingredients:
1 Cup chilled milk
½ Cup cold-brewed coffee
2 scoops of chocolate ice cream
1 Tbsp chocolate syrup
Ice cubes
Method: Pour in the cold milk, cold-brewed coffee, chocolate ice cream, and chocolate sauce inside the blending compartment of your blender. Put some ice cubes in the mixture and blend it vigorously until you get a completely smooth shake.
Nestip: Top up with additional chocolate sauce or sprinkle some chocolate chips over it. Enjoy your delicious shake with a grilled cheese sandwich with melted cheese inside from your baking dish.
That’s all for now! Stay tuned for more exciting blogs!
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