How to Make Starbucks Drinks at Home

Home coffee setup with ingredients and tools for making Starbucks-style drinks, including espresso, milk, syrup, whipped cream, and ice

How to Make Starbucks Drinks at Home

Create a Starbucks-style iced coffee drink at home with espresso, milk, flavored syrup, and ice. It is quick, customizable, and easy to top with whipped cream and a drizzle for a café-inspired finish.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings: 1 servings

Course: drink

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup strong brewed espresso or very strong coffee, chilled
1/2 cup milk of choice
2 to 4 tablespoons flavored syrup of choice, such as vanilla, caramel, or hazelnut
1 to 2 teaspoons sugar optional
1 cup ice
whipped cream optional
caramel sauce or chocolate drizzle optional

Equipment

coffee maker or espresso machine
measuring spoons
measuring cup
tall glass
spoon for stirring

Method

Brew the espresso or strong coffee and let it cool slightly, or chill it if you want an iced drink.
Fill a tall glass with ice.
Pour the flavored syrup into the glass.
Add the chilled espresso or coffee over the syrup.
Pour in the milk and stir well to combine.
Taste and add sugar if desired, then stir again.
Top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel or chocolate, if using.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Starbucks-style drink.

Notes

Use any milk you like, including dairy or non-dairy options. Adjust the syrup and sugar to taste for a sweeter or stronger coffee drink.