Iced espresso drinks
Applies to: iced americano, iced latte, and iced flavored coffees built over ice.
- Fill the glass fully with ice — full ice is what controls dilution; a half-iced glass makes a watery drink.
- Full ice is a spec, not a garnish — it is how the drink stays cold and correctly strong.
- Add any syrup, then cold milk (for milk drinks) or cold water (for an americano) to the fill line.
- Pull the fresh espresso and pour it over the ice immediately so it chills on contact.
- Stir where the recipe calls for it; leave layered drinks (like an iced caramel macchiato) unstirred.