Our summer drinks range is back and we’ve got plenty of tasty options to keep you cool on those hot summer days.
However, for when you can’t get your Cafe2U coffee fix, we’ve put together a list of five of our favourite iced coffee recipes for you to make at home and enjoy yourself.
#1 Classic cold brew
An ice cold coffee is a refreshing way to kickstart the day, and it’s really easy to make at home.
All you need is:
50g of ground coffee
Ice Water
Simply put 400ml of cold water into a large jug and add the coffee grounds, but do not stir the mixture straight away. Instead cover and leave for 24 hours.
After this, gently stir the mixture and pour it through a funnel or sieve lined with coffee filter paper (or a sheet of kitchen paper) into another large jug - this concentrate will keep in the fridge for 2 to 3 days.
To serve, dilute 1 part cold brew with 2 parts still or sparkling water (or to your taste) and serve with lots of ice. Find the full recipe here.
#2 Dalgona iced coffee
Dalgona coffee is the perfect indulgent drink to enjoy in the summer! Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
2 tbsp. granulated sugar
2 tbsp. instant coffee
2 tbsp. cold water
Ice, for serving
Milk, for serving
Simply whisk the coffee, sugar and water in a bowl for approximately five mins until the mixture is thick and fluffy with stiff peaks - this is easily done using an electric whisk but can be done by hand.
Then pour the cold milk into two glasses.
Divide the coffee mixture in half and spoon evenly on top of the glasses - serve and stir thoroughly before drinking.
Check out the full recipe here.
#3 Coffee ice cubes
This one is almost too easy - use your leftover brewed coffee and you’re on to a winner, you’ll need:
Brewed coffee
An ice cube tray
To start, let your already brewed coffee cool to room temperature, then pour the coffee into ice cube trays and freeze - use in place of ice cubes in your favourite cold coffee beverage.
You can find the full recipe and example of how these little beauties can look here.
#4 Cinnamon and vanilla iced coffee
This one is super refreshing and perfect for people with a sweet tooth.
You need:
1 and a 1/2 cups ground strong coffee
8 cups water
Ice
2 teaspoons vanilla cinnamon syrup
Add the coffee grounds and water to a large pitcher and stir - cover and let it sit at room temperature overnight for up to 12 hours. Strain mixture through a coffee filter, discard the leftover coffee grounds and store the coffee in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
Fill a large glass with ice cubes - add coffee, vanilla syrup, and milk/cream (to taste.)
Stir to combine, taste and adjust milk/cream and/or vanilla cinnamon syrup as needed.
You can find the full recipe here.
#5 Vietnamese ice coffee
This popular drink from Vietnam only requires three ingredients, water, milk and coffee (of course).
Place the coffee grounds in a heat proof container and slowly pour boiling water over the grounds in a circular motion to evenly saturate - do not stir. Line a coffee cone with a paper filter and place the cone over another heat proof container.
Slowly pour the steeped coffee through the filter, allowing all the liquid to drip through completely, discard the filter and coffee grounds and stir the condensed milk into the coffee until well blended. When you are ready to pour, serve the coffee mixture in a chilled glass or cup.
You can find the full recipe here.
We hope you enjoyed this list and have a good time making these drinks whilst the weather is nice - make sure you also share your homemade concoctions with us on our social media channels.