Starbucks Brown Sugar Oat Espresso (Print View)

Cool espresso shaken with brown sugar, oat milk, and cinnamon for a smooth, spiced café treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Espresso

01 - 2 shots freshly brewed espresso (60 ml) or 1/3 cup strong coffee

→ Brown Sugar Syrup

02 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons hot water
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ To Serve

05 - 1 cup ice cubes
06 - 3/4 cup unsweetened oat milk (180 ml)
07 - optional extra brown sugar or cinnamon for garnish

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - Combine brown sugar, hot water, and ground cinnamon in a small cup. Stir thoroughly until the sugar dissolves.
02 - Extract two shots of espresso using an espresso machine, or substitute with 1/3 cup strong coffee from a coffee maker.
03 - Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker or a large sealable jar. Pour in the brown sugar syrup and the freshly brewed espresso.
04 - Seal the shaker and shake vigorously for 20 seconds, ensuring the mixture is thoroughly chilled and frothy.
05 - Transfer the shaken espresso mixture, including ice, to a tall glass.
06 - Pour oat milk gently over the espresso mixture for a layered presentation if desired. Stir to blend.
07 - Sprinkle with a pinch of cinnamon or brown sugar as garnish if preferred. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • You don't need fancy equipment or barista skills to get the same café vibe at home.
  • The subtle warmth of cinnamon and brown sugar makes this drink feel like a cozy treat, even on the hottest days.
02 -
  • If you don't shake hard enough, your drink won't get that delicious foam—so go all in.
  • Adding oat milk slowly creates stunning layers, but sometimes I stir quickly for a mellow, blended look.
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  • Shake your espresso and syrup with ice as long as you can for a café-style froth.
  • The touch of cinnamon is the secret – skip it, and you lose half the magic.
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