Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

If you’re on the hunt for a refreshing, slightly spiced pick-me-up, this Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso is your new go-to drink. It’s got that creamy oat milk, rich espresso, a dash of cinnamon, and a brown sugar twist, and then topped with the dreamiest Nitro Cold Foam. Think iced coffee… but elevated.

I love this one because it’s inspired by those trendy café drinks but made with stuff I usually already have at home. Plus, shaking espresso just feels fancy (and fun). The cinnamon stick adds a subtle warmth that’s perfect even when it’s hot outside.

Looking for more coffee recipes? Check out this Baileys Coffee, Peppermint Mocha, and this Chai Tea Latte recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Super easy and fast: Just shake, pour, and top. So it’s ready in minutes.
• Café-style at home: Tastes just like your favorite coffee shop version (maybe better).
• Naturally dairy-free: Oat milk and Nitro Cold Foam keep it creamy without the dairy.
• Customizable: Easy to tweak the sweetness, spice, or milk to your taste.

Ingredients

• Espresso or strong coffee: This is the bold base of the drink, cooled slightly so the ice doesn’t melt too fast.
• Organic cinnamon stick: Adds a warm, subtle spice that infuses as you shake.
• Brown sugar: Brings in that rich, caramel-like sweetness.
• Vanilla extract: Adds depth and pairs beautifully with the cinnamon and sugar.
• Oat milk: Creamy and smooth—perfect for balancing out the strong coffee.
• Ice: Essential for chilling and getting that shaken, frothy effect.
• Reddi-Whip Nitro Cold Foam: A cloud-like topping that’s honestly the best part.

Directions

1. Brew the espresso or strong coffee and let it cool slightly. Pour into a cocktail shaker or a jar with a tight lid.

2. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon stick, and ice. Seal it up and shake vigorously for about 4 minutes, until it’s nice and cold.

3. Divide the shaken espresso between two glasses. Stir in the oat milk.

4. Top each with Reddi-Whip Nitro Cold Foam. Sprinkle with extra brown sugar. Enjoy right away!

Substitutions and Variations

• Use maple syrup: For a deeper, earthy sweetness instead of brown sugar.
• Try almond milk: If oat milk isn’t your thing.
• Make it spicy: Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy espresso twist.
• Go decaf: Use decaf espresso for an evening-friendly version.

Tips

• Chill your glasses first to keep the drink colder longer.
• Shake longer than you think. More shaking = more froth.
• Use fresh espresso for the boldest flavor.
• Swap cinnamon stick with a pinch of ground cinnamon in a pinch.

More Drink Recipes

• Strawberry and Creme Frappuccino
• Copycat Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino
• Starbucks Hazelnut Iced Coffee
• Starbucks Honey Flat White

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Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

This brown sugar shaken espresso is smooth, lightly spiced, and totally coffeehouse-worthy. Fresh espresso gets shaken with brown sugar, vanilla, ice, and a cinnamon stick until cold and frothy, then finished with creamy oat milk and a fluffy nitro cold foam topping.

Course Beverage

Cuisine American

Keyword Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

Prep Time 5 minutes

Total Time 5 minutes

Servings 2 Drink

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee cooled
• 1 organic cinnamon stick
• 1/4 cup brown sugar plus more for topping
• 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup oat milk
• 1/2 cup ice
• Reddi-Whip Nitro Cold Foam for topping

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso or strong coffee and allow it to cool slightly.
2. Pour the espresso into a cocktail shaker or jar with a tight-fitting lid.
3. Add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, ice, and cinnamon stick.
4. Seal and shake vigorously for about 4 minutes until the mixture is cold and foamy.
5. Divide the shaken espresso evenly between two glasses.
6. Stir in the oat milk until combined.
7. Top each drink generously with Reddi-Whip Nitro Cold Foam.
8. Sprinkle a little brown sugar over the foam. Serve immediately.

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