What is Shaken Espresso? 

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Learn more about the history of the shaken espresso and the best ingredients to use to make the perfect version at home! 

What is exactly is a Shaken Espresso? 

Shaken espresso is derived from an Italian iced coffee drink called a cafe shakerato. It features espresso shaken with ice and sweetener, then served in fancy glassware.

What makes the Starbucks version different? 

Starbucks added milk to the traditional formula, which mellows out the flavor of espresso and provides a creamy mouthfeel.

Flavor &  Variations 

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It's important to use a strong dark-roast coffee, so the flavor cuts through the milk.  Our go-to is a 2-ounce espresso doppio! 

Flavor Notes: 

Iced Chocolate Shaken Espresso  This version goes great with almond milk. Use chocolate malt powder, chocolate syrup, or both.

Iced Variations: 

Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Shaken Espresso  Sweeten with brown sugar or maple syrup (my favorite), and flavor with pumpkin pie spice. Mix in 2 Tbsp of pumpkin puree. Try it with and without vanilla.

Iced Variations: 

Iced Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso Recipe 

Click below to get the full recipe! 

STARBUCKS COPYCAT RECIPE