A quick and easy iced espresso drink sweetened with brown sugar and mellowed with creamy oat milk, perfect for a refreshing summer pick-me-up.
Use fresh espresso beans ground just before brewing for best flavor. Stir brown sugar into hot espresso to dissolve fully before adding ice and milk. Shake vigorously to create a frothy texture. Use clear fresh ice to avoid dilution and off-flavors. Barista-style oat milk foams better and has richer texture. Adjust sweetness to taste. Variations include adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or swapping oat milk for almond, cashew, or coconut milk. Brown sugar syrup can be made ahead by dissolving brown sugar in hot water and refrigerated for up to two weeks.
Keywords: iced espresso, brown sugar, oat milk, shaken espresso, dairy-free coffee, summer coffee drink, vegan coffee, quick iced coffee