Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

Jul 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso in a glass on an oak café counter

A refreshing iced espresso drink with shaken espresso and brown sugar syrup, topped with cold milk for a balanced sweetness and smooth texture.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
½ fl oz (15.0 ml)brown sugar syrup
6.0 fl oz (180.0 ml)whole milk
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice

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Instructions

Brew the 18 g of finely ground espresso and measure out a 36 g espresso yield.
While the espresso is hot, add the brown sugar syrup and stir to combine.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice, pour in the espresso mixture, and shake vigorously to create a frothy texture.
Fill a 16 oz glass with fresh ice and add the cold whole milk.
Strain the shaken espresso mixture over the milk in the glass.
Serve immediately without stirring to enjoy the layered texture.

Tips

Use a cocktail shaker to shake the espresso and syrup with ice for a frothy, well-mixed drink. Substitute oat milk for a dairy-free version.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make brown sugar shaken espresso?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make brown sugar shaken espresso ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

How do I make brown sugar shaken espresso dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A refreshing iced espresso drink with shaken espresso and brown sugar syrup, topped with cold milk for a balanced sweetness and smooth texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

160 Calories / serving

6.1g Fat

21.1g Carbs

6.0g Protein

21.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~160 cal · 6g fat · 21g carbs · 6g protein · 22g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 160 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 30 min·1.8 mi·~3500 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 22 min·1.1 mi·~2200 steps
Moderate cycling 16 min·3.2 mi
Swimming laps 22 min
Jogging 16 min·1.3 mi·~2550 steps
Stair climbing 15 min·~1350 steps
Dancing 26 min
Bodyweight circuit training 16 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 37 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.