Freddo Espresso (Greek Iced Coffee)
A beloved Greek iced coffee that's easy to make at home! The perfect afternoon pick-me-up, and no espresso machine necessary (see note for more options).
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- Double shot freshly brewed espresso (about 2 ounces or 1/4 cup)
- Sugar to taste (optional)
- Ice
- Scant 1/4 cup cold water
- Milk (optional, whole milk, low fat, or unflavored plant-based all work)
Instructions
- Shake. Pour the espresso into a cocktail shaker or a Mason jar with a tight-fitting lid. Add sugar to taste (if using, about 2 teaspoons for medium sweetness). Add three ice cubes, cover, and seal. Shake until the ice has mostly melted and the coffee is cold and frothy.
- Dilute. Fill a tall, thin glass with ice, pour over the coffee, and add the cold water.
- Optional: Add a dash of milk on top. Do not stir, or you will lose some of the froth.
- Enjoy! Serve immediately with a straw. Sip leisurely.
Notes
- What type of coffee to use?
- Best option: Espresso (or Decaffeinated Espresso.) The real deal and the best choice since it’s so concentrated and syrupy, so it holds up well to being shaken with ice without getting watery.
- Drip coffee: An acceptable second choice, but keep in mind it will be a bit more diluted and not as nicely frothy.
- Espresso pods (like Nespresso): This works well too, simply use the small cup option.
- Moka Pot: Also works. Use about 18 grams of coffee to make 2 ounces of liquid.
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Nutrition
Calories: 17.9kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.6g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 0.6g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 1.8mg | Sodium: 13.7mg | Potassium: 87.7mg | Sugar: 1.7g | Vitamin A: 24.3IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 19.6mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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