Iced Coffee Made Easy

By Geethika Tarra & Thejo Tattala, Edited By Dominique Samantha, Taruni Manam, & Ashmita Annamalai, Layout By Inchara J, & Blogged By Taruni Manam

NOTE:

The measurements in this recipe are suggestions. You can do more or less based on your preference. Try not to stray too far from the quantities in order to prevent your iced coffee from tasting different!

Many people need an instant energy boost during the day to keep them active. Iced coffees are great drinks that are both refreshing and have an instant effect on the sharpness of your mind. Here are 4 easy recipes that you can make at home as a little pick-me-up!

Vanilla-Cinnamon Iced Coffee

Ingredients/Materials:

⅓ or ¼ cup milk of your choice

2 tbsp Instant Coffee

3 tsp sugar

¼ tsp Vanilla Extract

¼ tsp Cinnamon

4 Tbsp. (¼ cup) Hot Water

Glass

Stirring Utensil

Ice

Process:

1. In your glass, place 3 teaspoons of sugar as well as 2 tablespoons of instant coffee.

2. Add 1/4 cup of hot water to this mixture and stir until you get a smooth, liquid consistency.

3. Add ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract and cinnamon.

4. Stir!

5. Add in the milk of your choice and pour as desired. (For a stronger coffee add ¼ cup milk and for mild coffee ⅓ cup milk)

6. Add ice and enjoy!

Classic Iced Coffee

Ingredients/Materials:

¼ or ⅓ cup milk of your choice

2 tbsp instant Coffee

3 tsp sugar

2 tbsp creamer of choice**

4 Tbsp. (¼ cup) Hot Water

Glass

Stirring Utensil

Ice

**The taste of this iced coffee is dependent on the creamer, so use one with a flavor you enjoy!

Process:

1. In your glass, place 3 teaspoons of sugar as well as 2 tablespoons of instant coffee.

2. Add 1/4 cup of hot water to this mixture and stir until you get a smooth, liquid consistency.

3. Add in the milk of your choice and pour as desired. (For a stronger coffee add ¼ cup milk and for mild coffee ⅓ cup milk)

4. Add in 2 tbsp. of creamer (If you go over 3 tbsp. it will overpower coffee)

5. Stir, add ice, and enjoy!

Cold-Brew Coffee

Ingredients/Materials:

Large glass (holds 3-4 cups of hot coffee)

Coffee bean grinder, if you are not using ground coffee

1 ½ cup ground coffee or ¾ cup coffee beans

3 cups water (more if you do not like your coffee too strong)

Coffee strainer/filter

Stirring utensil

Refrigerator

Ice

Optional: half-and-half/cream/milk

Process:

1. Place the ground coffee into your container and steep the grounds. In other words, pour the water into the container to soak the layer of coffee grounds. For the best results, let the coffee soak for 12-20 hours. You can do this overnight.

2. Layer the opening of your container with a coffee strainer (or filter).

3. Pour your steeped coffee mixture into the filter. Though time-taking, this makes your result rich and flavorful. Stir well.

4. Transfer your coffee to a jar and refrigerate for 1 week.

5. To drink, pour half a glass of water, add ice cubes (I prefer 5-6), and fill the rest with your cold brew concentrate. (Optional) Add a couple of tablespoons of cream, half-and-half, or milk.

6. Enjoy!

Iced Mocha

Ingredients/Materials:

1 tsp. Cocoa Powder

3 tsp Sugar

⅓ or ¼ cup milk of your choice

2 tbsp of instant Coffee

4 Tbsp. Hot Water

2 tbsp creamer of choice

Glass

Stirring Utensil

Ice

Process:

1. In your glass, add 1 tsp. Cocoa powder, place 3 teaspoons of sugar and 2 tablespoons of instant coffee.

2. Add 1/4 cup of hot water to this mixture and stir until you get a smooth, liquid consistency.

3. Add in the milk of your choice and pour as desired. (For a stronger coffee add ¼ cup milk and for mild coffee ⅓ cup milk)

4. Add in 2 tbsp. of creamer (If you go over 3, it will overpower coffee)

5. Stir, add ice, and enjoy!

References:

Christensen, E. (2016, July 14). How To Make Cold Brew Coffee. Simply Recipes. https://www.simplyrecipes.com/recipes/how_to_make_cold_brew_coffee/ Taylor, K. (n.d.). Cold Brew Coffee (Recipe & Tips!). Cookie and Kate. https://cookieandkate.com/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/ Splawn, M. (2020, May 02). How To Make Starbucks-Style Cold Brew Coffee at Home. Kitchn. https://www.thekitchn.com/big-batch-cold-brew-coffee-257177