Iced Americano Recipe

Name: Iced Americano Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 shots espresso (or 1/2 cup strong coffee); 1 cup cold water; Ice cubes; 1 tbsp simple syrup (optional); 1 tbsp milk or cream (optional)

Published: April 17, 2025 Prep Time: About 5 minutes Cook Time: 0 minutes Total Time: 5 minutes Serves: 1 Difficulty: Easy Category: Beverage Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

2 shots espresso (or 1/2 cup strong coffee)
1 cup cold water
Ice cubes
1 tbsp simple syrup (optional)
1 tbsp milk or cream (optional)

Instructions

Brew 2 shots of espresso or prepare 1/2 cup of strong coffee.
Let the coffee cool to room temperature.
Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
Pour the cooled coffee over the ice.
Add cold water to fill the glass.
If desired, add simple syrup for sweetness.
If desired, add milk or cream for richness.
Stir well and serve immediately.

Special Notes

This iced Americano is a refreshing coffee drink that's perfect for hot weather. The combination of espresso and cold water creates a smooth, clean flavor that's not too strong or too weak. You can adjust the strength by using more or less water, and the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup. This drink is perfect for those who want the flavor of coffee without the heaviness of milk-based drinks. It's also a great base for adding other flavors like vanilla, caramel, or chocolate.