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Originating in Italy, Caffè Shakerato is a delightful twist on traditional espresso, created to refresh and invigorate. It's commonly enjoyed during warm months, embodying the Italian love for coffee culture. Today, variations abound globally, with many adding flavors like vanilla or chocolate to enhance the experience.

Ingredients

  • espresso
  • ice cubes
  • sugar
  • coffee beans
  • milk
  • cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. 1Brew espresso and let it cool slightly.
  2. 2Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  3. 3Pour the cooled espresso into the shaker.
  4. 4Add sugar to the shaker according to taste.
  5. 5Seal the shaker tightly and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds.
  6. 6Strain the mixture into a chilled glass.
  7. 7Garnish with coffee beans or a dusting of cocoa powder if desired.

Ingredient Alternatives

sugar

Healthier: honey

Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: oat milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Techniques

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Equipment

espresso machinecocktail shakerstrainerchilled glass

Also Known As

Shaken CoffeeIced Coffee

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Campari
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 1 oz fresh lemon juice
  • ice cubes
  • lemon twist (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
  2. 2Add the Campari, simple syrup, and fresh lemon juice to the shaker.
  3. 3Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
  4. 4Strain the mixture into a chilled cocktail glass.
  5. 5Garnish with a lemon twist on the rim of the glass.
  6. 6Serve immediately.

Equipment

cocktail shakerstrainercocktail glass
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1In a saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  2. 2Add the fresh mint leaves and sugar to the boiling water.
  3. 3Remove from heat and let it steep for about 30 minutes.
  4. 4Strain the mint syrup into a pitcher, discarding the mint leaves.
  5. 5Add the fresh lemon juice to the mint syrup and stir well.
  6. 6Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. 7Once chilled, fill a glass with ice cubes.
  8. 8Pour the mint and lemon mixture over the ice.
  9. 9Garnish with a few mint leaves and serve immediately.

Equipment

saucepanpitcherstrainerglass

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