Skip Starbucks and make their refreshing iced coffees at home! They’re easy and delicious to make, from Iced Caramel Macchiato to Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew.

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Homemade Starbucks Drinks

Become a home barista with these copycat drinks that have been recreated using Starbucks recipes.
The ingredients used and how the drinks are assembled are what makes Starbucks drinks stand out. Each recipe has step-by-step instructions and ingredient notes.
Most drinks take less than 5 minutes from start to finish.

What You’ll Need

Espresso machine or Nespresso: All lattes (hot or iced) are made with espresso. Using an espresso machine or a Nespresso will give you the best results.

Cold brew maker: To make cold brew, it’s easiest to use a pitcher with a filter insert to make clean up mess-free.

Milk frother: Most espresso machines and Nespressos come with milk frothers. If you don’t have one, you can use a French press to make velvety froth for hot and cold drinks.

Handheld milk frother: My secret to making whipped cream for drinks in seconds.

Expert Tips

Syrups are what flavors and sweetens Starbucks drinks. You can use store-bought or make them at home. Simple syrups can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. They’ll last 2-3 weeks in the refrigerator in an airtight container.
The standard drink at Starbucks is made with 2% milk but you can use any milk you like. A popular milk option is Oatly, which is the oat milk Starbucks offers.
You can buy vanilla syrup directly from Starbucks by going to any of their locations and asking if they have any available for purchase. They’ll sell it to you if they have enough in stock. It should cost around $14.

12 Starbucks Iced Coffee Copycat Recipes

1. Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

Made with just 4 ingredients, this copycat recipe tastes exactly like the vanilla sweet cream cold brew at Starbucks.

It uses homemade vanilla syrup to flavor cold brew and sweet cream. You can also buy vanilla syrup from Starbucks.

The grande version of this drink uses 2 pumps of vanilla syrup and a splash of sweet cream. Feel free to add more of either ingredient to make it sweeter.

Any coffee can be used for this drink, including light or dark roast. However, avoid flavored coffees, which might overpower the vanilla flavor.

Ingredients: Cold brew, vanilla syrup, ice, half & half

VANILLA SWEET CREAM COLD BREW

2. Starbucks Iced Americano

Recreate a Starbucks Iced Americano at home with this simple and easy recipe. It's the perfect drink for those that like their iced coffees without milk or sugar.

The drink is made with only three ingredients: Espresso, cold water, and ice. Use filtered water for the best flavor.

By making Starbucks Iced Americano at home, you'll be able to save money while being able to adjust the drink, like making it strong or weak as you like.

Ingredients: Espresso, water, ice

ICED AMERICANO

3. Starbucks Iced Mocha

Decadent and sweet, this Starbucks Iced Mocha copycat recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare at home.

The version at Starbucks uses 2% milk, but you're welcome to use your favorite type of milk.

When making the chocolate syrup, use a high-quality cocoa powder. If you decide to use a store-bought version, choose one that's made of minimal ingredients.

At Starbucks, the Iced Mocha is also topped with whipped cream, but you can leave it out if you'd like.

Ingredients: Espresso, chocolate syrup, milk, ice, vanilla syrup, heavy cream

ICED MOCHA

4. Starbucks Iced Caramel Macchiato

A macchiato is a caffeinated drink made with 2 shots of espresso and some milk. It's also called an espresso macchiato.

At Starbucks, the Iced Caramel Macchiato is one of the most popular drinks. It's made with espresso, vanilla syrup, 2% milk, ice, and caramel sauce.

The caramel sauce is drizzled on top. But you can also make this drink upside down by adding the ingredients in the reverse order.

Note that caramel sauce is not the same as caramel syrup. You can use the latter, but the flavor won't be as rich.

Try making this drink with oat milk for a delicious variation.

Ingredients: Espresso, vanilla syrup, milk, ice, caramel sauce

ICED CARAMEL MACCHIATO

5. Starbucks Iced Blonde Vanilla Latte

If you love sweet iced lattes, try recreating the Iced Blonde Vanilla Latte from Starbucks.

It uses blonde espresso, which is a lightly roasted coffee bean. The light roast has a more mellow flavor than the Starbucks signature espresso.

Blonde espresso can be prepared in an espresso machine or a Nespresso. If you don't have either device, you can use instant coffee.

For a sweeter drink, add whipped cream or cold foam on top.

Ingredients: Blonde espresso, vanilla syrup, 2% milk, ice

ICED BLONDE VANILLA LATTE

6. Starbucks Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew

This copycat Starbucks drink is salty, sweet, creamy, and delicious. It also takes just 5 minutes to make at home.

Caramel sauce and cold brew are combined into a cup, then topped with vanilla sweet cream for extra flavor.

The sweet cream is made in a French press. You can also shake the ingredients in a cocktail shaker or a jar, but it will take a bit longer to make.

For the closest flavor to the Starbucks version, be sure to use their cold brew blend.

Ingredients: Caramel sauce, cold brew, ice, half & half, sea salt

SALTED CARAMEL CREAM COLD BREW

7. Starbucks Iced Honey Oatmilk Latte

Instead of going to Starbucks for an Iced Honey Oatmilk Latte, make this 5-ingredient copycat version instead.

Only taking 5 minutes from start to finish, this drink is sweetened with honey syrup and turbinado sugar.

Honey syrup is easy to make at home. All you need to do is dissolve honey in hot water, which can be stored in the fridge.

To recreate the exact Starbucks drink, use Oatly oat milk. But you can use any type of unflavored, unsweetened oat milk.

Ingredients: Blonde espresso, honey syrup, oat milk, ice, turbinado sugar

ICED HONEY OATMILK LATTE

8. Starbucks Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte

You don't have to go to Starbucks to enjoy an Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte. With a Nespresso machine, you can recreate the drink in just 5 minutes.

This copycat version uses cinnamon syrup, which is easy and inexpensive to make at home. It calls for water, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks.

The drink is also topped with cinnamon sugar instead of Cinnamon Dolce sprinkles. Cinnamon sugar enhances the flavor of the drink, but you can leave it out.

Each recipe makes a 16-ounce drink, or a grande-sized latte at Starbucks.

Ingredients: Espresso, cinnamon syrup, milk, ice, vanilla syrup, heavy cream, cinnamon sugar

ICED CINNAMON DOLCE LATTE

9. Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso

One of the simplest Starbucks drinks to recreate, this Iced Shaken Espresso is made with only 4 ingredients.

The recipe makes a 16-ounce drink, which is the same size as a grande-sized beverage at Starbucks.

It uses 3 capsules of Nespresso Starbucks espresso, or 3 shots of espresso made with a machine. This makes an extra-caffeinated drink.

Starbucks normally uses 2% milk for this menu item, but you can use any milk. This includes non-dairy options, like oat milk or almond milk.

Ingredients: Espresso, simple syrup, milk, ice

ICED SHAKEN ESPRESSO

10. Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso

For an Iced Shaken Espresso with even more flavor, make this recipe with brown sugar syrup and ground cinnamon.

The brown sugar syrup has a deeper flavor compared to normal simple syrup. It's delicious with cinnamon, which adds warming notes to the drink.

It uses oat milk, so it's ideal for dairy-free and vegan diets. You can make it with other milks as well.

To make a creamier beverage, top the drink off with cold foam.

Ingredients: Blonde espresso, brown sugar syrup, ground cinnamon, oat milk, ice

ICED BROWN SUGAR OATMILK SHAKEN ESPRESSO

11. Starbucks Iced Chocolate Almondmilk Shaken Espresso

Sweet and nutty, this Starbucks Iced Chocolate Almondmilk Shaken Espresso is a tasty treat.

It's made in a cocktail shaker, though you can also use a large jar. Make sure the lid is tightly secured when you shake it.

The chocolate flavor comes from chocolate malt powder, which is exactly what Starbucks uses in their version.

Craving a sweeter drink? Add some simple syrup to this refreshing recipe.

Ingredients: Blonde espresso, chocolate malt powder, almond milk, ice

ICED CHOCOLATE ALMONDMILK SHAKEN ESPRESSO

12. Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino

A Frappuccino is a blended iced coffee drink made by Starbucks. It has a smooth and thick texture that's similar to melted ice cream.

To make a Starbucks Coffee Frappuccino at home, you'll need to make a Frappuccino base. It's made of sugar, water, and xanthan gum, a natural ingredient that makes drinks frothy.

You can leave out the syrup, though the Frappuccino won't be as smooth as the real thing.

Starbucks uses whole milk in their Frappuccinos. When you make it at home, you can use your favorite milk, including plant-based options.

Ingredients: Ice, instant coffee, whole milk, Frappuccino base

COFFEE FRAPPUCCINO

12 Starbucks Iced Coffee Recipes

Author: Jee Choe

Skip Starbucks and make their refreshing iced coffees at home! They’re easy and delicious to make, including this classic Iced Americano.

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Prep Time 2

Total Time 2

Course Drinks

Yield serving (16 ounces)

INGREDIENTS

▢ 3 capsules Nespresso Starbucks espresso (or 3 espresso shots)
▢ ⅔ cup cold water
▢ 1 cup ice

INSTRUCTIONS

Iced Americano

Put espresso into a cup.
Use 3 Nespresso Starbucks espresso pods or pull 3 shots from an espresso machine.
Add cold water. Top drink with 1 cup of ice.
Use filtered water for a better tasting drink.

NOTES

12 Starbucks Iced Coffee Recipes:

Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
Iced Americano
Iced Mocha
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Iced Blonde Vanilla Latte
Salted Caramel Cream Cold Brew
Iced Honey Oatmilk Latte
Iced Cinnamon Dolce Latte
Iced Shaken Espresso
Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso
Iced Chocolate Almondmilk Shaken Espresso
Coffee Frappuccino

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