
Few coffee shop drinks are as satisfying as a cold, creamy iced latte, and this version is genuinely simple to pull off at home. The problem with ordering one out is that many cafés and bottled versions sneak in flavored syrups, sweetened milks, or pre-made coffee concentrates loaded with additives you didn't ask for. Here, you're working with just four clean ingredients — espresso, whole milk, ice, and an optional homemade simple syrup — so you stay in complete control of what goes into your glass. The simple syrup called for here is just sugar and water, which means none of the corn-derived sweeteners hiding in commercial syrups or store-bought coffee drinks. Pouring the espresso slowly over the milk creates that gorgeous layered effect before you stir, making it feel a little fancy for something that takes under five minutes. It's rich, smooth, and just sweet enough — exactly what a great iced latte should be.
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Brew 2 shots of espresso using an espresso machine or stovetop moka pot and let them cool for 1–2 minutes until no longer steaming.
Fill a tall glass with the ice cubes.
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