Starbucks Brown Sugar Oat Espresso (Printable version)

Chilled espresso shaken with brown sugar, oat milk, and cinnamon for a smooth, spiced coffee beverage.

# What You Need:

→ Espresso

01 - 2 shots freshly brewed espresso (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
07 - extra brown sugar or cinnamon for garnish (optional)

# Step-by-step guide:

01 - Combine brown sugar, hot water, and ground cinnamon in a small cup. Stir thoroughly until the sugar is fully dissolved.
02 - Brew two shots of espresso or prepare strong coffee using an espresso machine or coffee maker.
03 - Add ice cubes to a cocktail shaker or sealable jar. Pour in the dissolved brown sugar syrup and freshly brewed espresso.
04 - Seal tightly and shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.
05 - Pour the shaken espresso mixture, including ice, into a tall glass. Gently add oat milk to achieve a layered effect if preferred, then stir to combine.
06 - Top with a pinch of ground cinnamon or a sprinkle of brown sugar for garnish, if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This drink tastes creamy and complex without dairy, so you can savor every sip guilt-free.
  • It comes together in minutes, and the shaken method gives a perfect café froth at home.
02 -
  • Trying to shortcut the shaking results in less foam and a weaker chill; shake like you mean it!
  • Switching to barista oat milk made the drink velvety instead of watery, so choose your brand wisely.
03 -
  • Always use fresh ice—old cubes melt too quickly and dilute the drink.
  • Dissolve the brown sugar fully for sleek syrup and seamless flavor.
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