How to Make Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso Recipe (Copycat)

This energizing and refreshing Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso recipe is easy to make at home, and is much more affordable for us coffee lovers! Rich full-bodied espresso, creamy milk, and a hint of sweetness from homemade simple syrup is going to be your go-to drink.

far away picture of shaken espresso in a tall glass. — *Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso Recipe*

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What is Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso Recipe?

This Classic Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso drink has gained so much popularity over the last few years, that now Starbucks has started creating different shaken espresso drinks from their base drink. If you’re looking for the Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso recipe, check out this blog post next!

Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso is shots of espresso poured over ice in a cocktail shaker or mason jar and then shaken until the espresso shots create this beautiful cold, frothy drink. Add in some classic syrup and your choice of milk, and you’ve got your own copycat Starbucks version of the popular drink.

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Using simple ingredients, you too, can create the perfect drink right from home!

Ingredients:

Espresso – A double shot of espresso (or three or four haha!) is what you’ll need. If you don’t have an espresso maker, you can also use strong coffee or instant espresso if you prefer. Starbucks uses a blonde roast espresso, but use any coffee roast that you enjoy drinking.
Ice – Regular ice cubes, crushed ice, or even coffee ice cubes will be perfect for this tasty drink!
Simple Syrup – I’ll show you how to make the easiest simple syrup to use for this Iced Shaken Espresso drink. And the best part about this syrup is that you can use it to sweeten other drinks and recipes too, like my Homemade Starbucks Cold Brew drink.
Milk – Starbucks Classic Iced Shaken Espresso recipe uses 2% milk but feel free to use any type of milk you’d like! Almond milk, creamy oat milk, whole milk, soy milk, vanilla oatmilk or any other type of non-dairy milk are great options.

Tools:

Shaker – You don’t have to use a cocktail shaker if you don’t have one. I prefer to use mason jars to create that dreamy froth. Whatever you use, make sure it’s something that is secured tight so you can shake it really well.
Espresso Machine – I mentioned you don’t need an espresso machine, but for this recipe, I”ll be using my favorite Nespresso machine. It is perfect for this recipe and other espresso recipes!

How to Make Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso Recipe

Our first step is to make classic syrup. This is basically simple syrup made of equal parts water and sugar.

Place 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water in a small saucepan. Allow the mixture to come to a simmer while whisking consistently. Allow the simple syrup to simmer for 5 minutes over medium-low heat. Make sure to give it a couple of whisks to ensure the sugar isn’t sticking to the sides. Allow the simple syrup to cool for 5 minutes before using.

Our next step is to make your espresso. You can pull two or three shots, it’s all based on your personal preferences and how ‘wired’ you want to be haha! For today, I’m using two shots of hot espresso and you’ll want to let it sit for just a minute or so to cool down.

two shots of espresso being pulled from a nespresso machine. — *Two shots of espresso being pulled.*

letting the espresso cool down in it's clear glass before using. — *Two shots of espresso being pulled.*

If you decide to use strong coffee, measure out 3 ounces of coffee, which is equivalent to 2 shots of espresso.

Add Espresso and Shake

To a mason jar or cocktail shaker, add about 1 cup of ice and pour over your cooled espresso. Add 2 tablespoons (or more or less depending on how sweet you want your Iced Shaken Espresso) of your homemade simple syrup. Place the lid back on your mason jar and begin to shake until you see your espresso begin to froth. For best results, 10 shakes or more will give you the best froth!

espresso poured into a tall mason jar with ice and simple syrup next to the jar. — *Cooled espresso added to mason jar, next to simple syrup.*

espresso in a mason jar that has been shaken and is really frothy. — *Cooled espresso added to mason jar, next to simple syrup.*

To a tall glass, pour in your espresso and ice. You can add more ice if you want your iced coffee drink super cold. Top off your refreshing drink with a splash of milk (I’m using Almond milk today.)

starbucks iced shaken espresso recipe added to a tall clear glass. — *Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso in a tall glass.*

almond milk has been added to iced shaken espresso. — *Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso in a tall glass.*

Enjoy your at-home Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso without needing to step foot into the coffee shops!

How much is a Iced Shaken Espresso at Starbucks?

I live in the Central Valley in California so prices will vary depending on location, but here are the prices where I live, along with how many shots of espresso are included with each drink:

Tall Size – $3.75 and contains 2 shots of espresso.
Grande Size – $4.25 and contains 3 shots of espresso.
Venti Size – $4.75 and contains 4 shots of espresso.

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4 different images of iced shaken coffee being made.

I really hope you enjoy this Copycat Starbucks Iced Shaken Espresso, and if you end up trying it, let me know what you think! Leave me a comment, I’d love to chat with you!

Want some sweet treats to serve with your Iced Shaken Espresso? Check out these Starbucks Copycat recipes!

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