Shaken espresso is exactly what it sounds like: espresso poured over ice and shaken until frothy, chilled, and slightly diluted. The result is a light, airy, intensely flavored coffee drink that’s somewhere between an iced espresso and an iced latte — without needing a milk steamer or any special equipment. Starbucks popularized their version (the Iced Shaken Espresso), but the technique is older, simpler, and very easy to do at home. ...
The brown sugar shaken espresso exploded in popularity when Starbucks launched it in 2021, and it’s held on ever since. The combination of espresso, warm brown sugar and cinnamon, and creamy oat milk shaken over ice creates something genuinely special — bold, slightly sweet, lightly frothy, and incredibly refreshing. The good news: you can make a better version at home for a fraction of the cost. This recipe covers the classic version, the homemade brown sugar syrup (takes 5 minutes), variations, and how to make it without an espresso machine. ...