Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso

How to Make a Starbucks-Inspired Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso at Home

If you're a fan of Starbucks' Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso, you’ll be thrilled to know that you can recreate this delicious drink in the comfort of your own kitchen. This perfectly chilled, frothy, and slightly sweet iced coffee is made with espresso, oat milk, and brown sugar—combining all the best flavors of a creamy coffee treat. Best of all, it’s easy to make and just as tasty as the original!

Oat milk in coffee has a smooth, creamy texture with a slightly sweet flavor. It’s naturally sweet due to the oats, but not overly sugary. Oat milk has a texture similar to regular milk, making it a popular option for coffee.When added to coffee, it blends well, creating a velvety consistency that enhances the flavor of the coffee without overpowering it.

The taste of oat milk in coffee can vary slightly depending on the brand, but in general, it has a mild, neutral flavor with subtle notes of oat and a bit of nuttiness. Some people say it gives coffee a more "full-bodied" taste, adding richness without the heaviness of dairy. This makes it an ideal choice for lattes, cappuccinos, and iced coffee drinks like the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso.

If you're a fan of the classic creamy, slightly sweet taste of dairy milk in your coffee, oat milk is a great plant-based alternative that doesn't compromise on flavor or texture.

Let’s dive into how you can make this fan-favorite beverage right at home, using simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

Ingredients:

• 2 shots of espresso (or about 1/4 cup of strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine)

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar (light or dark, depending on preference)

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• Ice

• 3/4 cup oat milk (or more to taste)

• Optional: vanilla extract (1/4 teaspoon) for extra flavor

  Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Espresso:

     • Brew two shots of espresso. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can substitute with strong brewed coffee, but espresso will give it the signature flavor.

  2. Mix the Brown Sugar and Cinnamon:

     • In a shaker (or any container with a lid), combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. If you'd like a hint of extra sweetness, you can add a splash of vanilla extract here too.

  3. Add the Espresso:

     • Pour the freshly brewed espresso (or coffee) into the shaker with the sugar and cinnamon mixture.

  4. Shake it Up:

     • Add a generous amount of ice to the shaker. Seal the lid and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds. This will chill the espresso and dissolve the sugar, creating a frothy, iced coffee base.

  5. Pour Over Ice:

     • Fill a glass with ice, and then strain the shaken espresso mixture into the glass.

  6. Add Oat Milk:

     • Pour in the oat milk. You can adjust the amount of oat milk based on how creamy or light you prefer your drink. Stir gently to combine.

  7. Optional Garnish:

     • If you'd like, sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon on top for an extra touch of flavor.

  Enjoy!

  Your homemade Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso is ready to enjoy! It’s a deliciously creamy, sweet, and perfectly spiced drink—just like the one from Starbucks, but made right at home.