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Iced Coffee at Home

Zainab Khan

Posted in Beverages

21 March 2025

After gathering ingredients and an easy way, I came up with these easy steps so you can chill while drinking with no tense after making. Less time and easy tips you'll have an iced tea with varieties below.

Ingredients

Cold Brew Coffee

  • 1 cup coarsely ground coffee

  • 4 cups cold water

  • Ice cubes

  • Milk or sweetener (optional)

Frappuccino Coffee

  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee (cooled)

  • ½ cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)

  • 1 cup ice cubes

  • 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener

  • Whipped cream & chocolate syrup (optional)

Vietnamese Iced Coffee (Cà Phê Sữa Đá)

  • 2 tablespoons dark roast coffee (ground)

  • ½ cup hot water

  • 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk

  • Ice cubes

Classic Iced Coffee

  • 1 cup freshly brewed coffee (cooled)

  • ½ cup milk or cream

  • 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener

  • Ice cubes

Before We Start

  • Use a strong, dark coffee (like Robusta beans).

  • Blend well for a creamy texture.

  • Steep for at least 12 hours for full flavor.

  • Use coarse coffee grounds for a smooth, non-bitter taste.

  • Use a traditional Vietnamese filter (phin) or a French press.

  • Brew strong coffee so the taste isn’t too weak.

Instructions

Cold Brew Coffee

Step 1: In a jar, add ground coffee and pour cold water.
Step 2: Stir well, cover it, and let it steep in the fridge for 12-14 hours (the time takes, but it has more taste too).
Step 3: Strain it. You can use a coffee filter or a fine sieve.
Step 4: In a glass, add ice, then pour coffee over the ice. Add milk or sweetener if preferred.
 You have cold brew coffee!

Frappuccino

Step 1: Blend the coffee with milk, ice, and sugar.
Step 2: Blend it until smooth, then pour the coffee into a glass and top with whipped cream & chocolate or caramel syrup if preferred.
 You got your Frappuccino!

Vietnamese Iced Coffee

Step 1: Brew (boil) the coffee using a Vietnamese Phin filter or a French press.
Step 2: Pour the hot coffee over the condensed milk. Stir well.
Step 3: Fill a glass with ice and pour the sweet coffee over it. Stir it and enjoy.
 Have your Vietnamese iced coffee at home.

Classic Iced Coffee

Step 1: Brew the coffee and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 2: In a glass, add ice and pour the coffee over it.
Step 3: Add milk and sweetener, stir it, and have it.
Enjoy classic iced coffee and try your taste!

Serve

So after making this iced coffee, wanna present it cool?

  • Serving tray

  • Glass jars

  • Coffee spoons (gold or wooden)

  • Croissants

  • Brownies

  • Macarons

  • Cheese crackers

  • Egg & cheese breakfast muffins

What Goes with Iced Coffee?

Pair your favorite homemade iced coffee with:

Sweet and Pastry Sides

  • Croissant

  • Brownies

  • Doughnuts

Savory Light Bites

  • Avocado toast

  • Cheese crackers with nuts

Healthy Fruity Options

  • Chia pudding

  • Dark chocolate-covered almonds

  • Peanut butter & butter toast

What about..!

Sachet Coffee?

Simply add hot water to instant coffee sachets, stir, and enjoy.


Instant Coffee?

Nothing difficult—dissolve instant coffee in hot water or milk for a quick and easy cup.


Vietnamese Iced Coffee?

Brew strong coffee, mix with condensed milk, and pour over ice.


Caramel Coffee?

Add caramel syrup to hot or iced coffee, stir well, and top with whipped cream.


Vanilla Iced Coffee?

Mix coffee with ice, milk, and vanilla syrup for a smooth, flavorful drink.


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FAQs

Is iced coffee just normal coffee with ice?

No, it’s brewed differently—usually stronger and cooled before serving over ice.

How to make iced coffee from regular coffee?

Brew strong coffee and let it cool.
Pour over ice.
Add milk, sugar, or syrups as needed.

How to make iced coffee without milk?

Use black coffee, ice, and sweeteners like honey or flavored syrups.

How to make iced coffee with a blender?

Blend coffee, ice, milk (or water), and sweeteners until smooth.

Can I put ice in hot coffee?

Yes, but it dilutes the flavor. Let it cool first or make coffee ice cubes.

What are the 4 steps to make iced coffee?

Brew coffee and cool it.
Fill a glass with ice.
Pour coffee over ice.
Add milk, sweetener, or flavorings.