10 Cool Coffee Drinks for Summer Time

With the hot weather, besides the need for hydration, the need to consume refreshing drinks arises. For coffee lovers, warm weather is always a good excuse to consume their favorite drinks from coffee shop menus.

Refreshing coffee combinations not only are easy to prepare, but in some cases they don't even require sophisticated utensils. In this article, we have gathered 10 popular drinks, perfect for warm days and easy to prepare.

Ice Latte

The list could not start better than with a famous Ice Latte. Almost any coffee enthusiast starts the summer with an ice latte because it is a simple and often encountered recipe in cafe menus. 

The amount of coffee or milk can be changed according to preferences, but the classic version remains a balanced option in taste.

How to prepare?

All you need to prepare an ice latte is a shot of espresso (about 20-25 ml), ice and 280 ml of cold milk that you pour into a transparent glass. Those who prefer to sweeten the drink can add honey syrup, sugar or sweetener to taste.

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Ice Flat White

A lesser known drink in summer menus is the ice flat white, but it has its place on the list of preferences of coffee enthusiasts who crave intense coffee. 

A flat white is a more energizing coffee with a higher amount of coffee in its composition and less milk. It is a perfect drink for those who want to taste a more intense coffee flavor or need a higher dose of energy.

How to prepare?

To prepare a flat white, you need two shots of espresso (about 40-50 ml), ice and 150-160 ml of milk poured into a transparent glass.

Ice Latte Cocktail

The coffee and alcohol mix always seems like a good idea, and coffee shops are reinventing coffee-based cocktails year after year. This alcoholic ice latte is perfect for hot evenings. 

It is prepared with the same ingredients used for the classic ice latte, with the addition of 50 ml of honey liqueur. A sweet, energizing and alcoholic cocktail will be obtained.

Cappuccino Freddo

This interesting drink that has recently emerged as a trend in cafes is perfect for those who love creamy textures. There are several methods and tools you can use to get a cold cappuccino, but let's see how it is prepared.

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How to prepare?

To make a cold cappuccino, you need two shots of espresso (about 40-50 ml), ice, and 130 ml of milk. In this recipe, both the coffee and the milk will pass through a shaker to get that creamy texture.

Place ice and espresso in a shaker and shake well, then repeat the process separately with the milk and then pour both into a glass with ice. The drink will have a creamy texture with a layer of foam on top.

What can you replace the shaker with if you don't have one?

• A special milk frother mixer.

  
  

• A blender on the lowest speed.

  
  

• A French Press.

  
  

• A jar with a lid.

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Espresso Fredo

Because we mentioned cold cappuccino, we couldn't leave out the milk-free version, cold espresso. It is simply prepared with a shot of espresso (20-25 ml) and ice in a shaker and served as is. This drink is perfect for those who prefer simple coffee, without milk, but with a creamier texture.

Cold Brew

Another drink that is in high demand in coffee shops once the weather starts to warm up is cold brew. In particular, this drink is a method of cold preparation. 

Coffee will infuse in cold water over a longer period of time. It takes 12-24 hours to get a concentrated cold brew that can be served as is or in various combinations.

How to prepare?

To get a cold brew, you need either a special container for cold brew called Toddy, or a large container (1-2 liters) with a lid and a cloth filter to separate the grounds. In this container, combine the coffee and cold water with a ratio of 60-80 grams of ground coffee per liter of water. 

Place the container in the refrigerator and depending on preferences, let it infuse for 12-24 hours, then pass it through a cloth filter to separate the grounds.

You can make a larger quantity given the waiting time, and after separating the grounds, store it in the refrigerator in a bottle with a lid for up to two weeks. It is served as is with ice.

Tip: You can even use a French Press if you have one, in which case you no longer need a cloth filter.

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