The first appearance of what we know as Iced Coffee was in 17th Century Algeria. It was called Mazagran - a sweet, lemony mixture of coffee syrup and cold water. Mazagran is still commonly made around parts of Africa and Europe - and it's easy enough to understand why. Iced Coffee is still bigger than ever in 2021 - and whether you like tall, clean cup of Cold Coffee or a delicious Mocha Frappe, we have a recipe for you to try!
The Simple Secret to perfect Iced Coffee
If you love a strong, sweetened iced drink, the last thing you want is granules of sugar interrupting a smooth sip of coffee. Fortunately, this has an easy fix! Making something called Simple Syrup, a combination of equal parts hot water and sugar, stirred until it's fully dissolved - is the easiest way to get a delicious Iced Latte, Frappuccino, or any cold drink! You can make this ahead by heating 1 cup of water and 1 cup of sugar on the stove until dissolved, and leaving it to cool for a little while.
The best part is - as long as you keep it in an air-tight container in the fridge, you can have a perfect glass of Iced Coffee whenever you want. You can use in any of the recipes down below, or leave it out for an unsweetened option.
Iced Americano
Possibly the easiest coffee drink to make, an americano is simply a shot of espresso combined with hot water. For the Iced version, you simply add cold water and ice instead!
Ingredients
• 2 tsp. Cocobroma Premium Filter Coffee
• 350 ml Cold Water
• Ice
• 6 tbsp. Hot Water
• 2 tbsp Simple Syrup (optional)
Method
• To make a quick-and-easy double shot of espresso (or 'fauxspresso') mix the hot water and coffee powder in a heat-safe mug. Only once the coffee has cooled, transfer it to a tall glass filled with ice.
• Top the drink with cold water, add sweetener (if using), and enjoy!
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Hazelnut Iced Mocha
Using our delicious flavoured coffee, it's very easy to make a delicious, chocolatey drink worthy of your favourite cafe!
Ingredients
• 2 tsp. of Cocobroma Hazelnut Coffee
• 150 ml Milk
• 100 ml Cold Water
• 1-2 tbsp. of Simple Syrup (optional)
• Ice
• A small bar of your favourite chocolate
• Cocoa powder or Chocolate for garnish
Method
• Combine half your milk to your chocolate in a microwave safe bowl and heat in the microwave, checking and stirring every 10 seconds.
• Add the rest of the ingredients to a blender, pouring your chocolate mixture over the top.
• Blend until combined and serve with a dusting of cocoa powder or grated chocolate, and enjoy!
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No-Blender Caramel Iced Latte
A secret few people know, is that you don't need a blender or any fancy equipment to make a perfect blended Iced Latte. A perfect substitute for that is something you probably have at home: a Protein Shaker! The core blends all the ingredients for a smooth, creamy coffee.
Ingredients
• 2 tsp. of Cocobroma Caramel Coffee
• 150 ml Milk
• 100 ml Cold Water
• 1-2 tbsp. of Simple Syrup (optional)
• Ice
Method
• Add all ingredients but ice into your protein shaker or bottle, and shake vigorously until combined. Taste for sweetness and strength and adjust accordingly.
• Pour over ice for the perfect Caramel Iced Latte.
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Thai Iced Coffee
Traditional Thai Iced Coffee uses a mixture of cream, evaporated milk and sweetened condensed milk, but for our easy version, canned condensed milk does just as well. While the cardamom adds immense flavour, you can skip it if you don't like it!
Ingredients
• 3 tsp. Cocobroma Premium Filter Coffee
• 6 tbsp. Hot Water
• 5 tbps of Sweetened Condensed Milk
• A pinch of Cardamom
• Ice
Method
• Combine coffee powder and hot water and set it aside to cool. As it cools, stir condensed milk and cardamom in a glass.
• Add ice to the mixture before pouring the coffee over it, making two distinct layers.
• Stir with a spoon or straw to make a delicious and sweet iced coffee.
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Vanilla Sweet Cream Coffee
A milky and delicately flavoured coffee, perfect for people who prefer coffee that isn't too sweet! In case you like it sweeter, you can increase the amount of sugar or add a dash of simple syrup.
Ingredients
• 2 tsp. of Cocobroma Vanilla Coffee
• 50 ml Cream
• 200 ml Cold Water
• 1-2 tsp. Sugar (optional)
• Ice
• 1.5 tsp. Vanilla Extract (optional)
• If using sugar, heat cream and sugar in a microwave-safe bowl until fully dissolved, and set aside to cool. As it cools, combine coffee and cold water.
• Add vanilla extract to the mixture and pour over ice.
• Add the cooled cream in a thin layer above the coffee, stirring it in for a strong and delicately flavoured coffee.
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Bonus: Affogato!
This simple Italian dessert is perfect for any time of day. With only three ingredients, it's the perfect treat for a warm summer day (or night!).
Ingredients
• One scoop of vanilla ice cream
• 1 tsp. Coco Broma Vanilla Coffee
• 3 tbsp. Hot Water
Method
• Combine water and coffee and pour over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. (yes, it's that easy)
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Tag us on Instagram and Facebook if you try any of these creations! Leave a comment below about your favourite way to drink Iced Coffee, and what you'd like to see from Cocobroma next!