Coffee is one of the most widespread vices in the world, and when consumed in moderation, it is also said to be beneficial. Consumption of caffeine is said to reduce fatigue, improve blood circulation and the functioning of our brain, thereby also helping to think faster and pay more attention. Iced coffee has become the queen of gastronomic pleasure in the summer months. It is a coffee drink that refreshes us in the summer months, as it is served cold. We recommend great iced coffee recipes that you can make at home.
1. Caffe Affogato
Ingridients:
- 2 cups of your favorite coffee
- a few pieces of your favorite chocolate
- chocolate cream (chocolate spread)
- 3 scoops of your favorite ice cream
Brew the coffee in the usual way, strain it and let it cool. Add chocolate cream - spread, pieces of chocolate and a scoop of ice cream to the bottom of glasses or cups. Then pour cold coffee over everything and decorate with a cookie, chocolate crumbs, and mint leaves. The choice is yours.
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2. Thai iced coffee
Ingridients:
- 2 cups of coffee
- 500 ml of milk
- 150 g of sugar
- a little cinnamon
- sweet cream
- coconut
Brew the coffee, strain it and let it cool. In another bowl, caramelize the sugar and add the cinnamon. Pour one cup of cooled coffee into a bowl with caramelized sugar and stir. Before pouring the coffee, you can crush the pieces of caramelized sugar with a stick blender. Then pour milk over everything. Place this mixture in the freezer to make ice. Take the prepared glass out of the freezer and pour another cup of coffee over it, add whipped cream on top and sprinkle with coconut.
Photo: Tijana Drndarski/ Unsplash3. Gin and tonic coffee
Ingridients:
- 250 ml of gin
- 2 cups of coffee
- 75 ml tonic
Chill the gin and tonic in a glass with ice. Pour it all over with a cup of cold coffee. Enjoy the refreshing taste that will restore your energy.
Photo: Coffee Roasters/Unsplash
