
Few drinks hit the way a cold, creamy iced latte does on a warm afternoon — or honestly, any time of day. This one is stripped back to the essentials: bold espresso, whole milk, and ice, with a touch of simple syrup if you like a little sweetness. The pour technique — milk first, then espresso slowly over the top — creates that gorgeous layered look before you stir it all together. Café drinks can sometimes feel like a gamble when you're avoiding certain ingredients, but this recipe keeps things completely transparent with just four clean, straightforward components. Brew it on the stovetop with a moka pot or pull shots with an espresso machine, and you've got a barista-quality drink ready in minutes. It's the kind of recipe you'll come back to every single morning once you realize how easy it is to make at home.
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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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