Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso (Starbucks-Style) — Homemade Recipe
Craving the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso but want to make it at home for a fraction of the cost? This copycat version gives you the same vibe: bold espresso, cozy brown sugar sweetness, a hint of cinnamon, and creamy oatmilk—all shaken until frothy for that coffeehouse texture.
Why this drink is so popular
Starbucks calls the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso a year-round favorite for a reason: it’s smooth, lightly sweet, and feels “fancy” without being heavy.
Quick Homemade Recipe (1 serving)
Ingredients
2 shots espresso (about 2 oz)
No espresso machine? Use 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee or 2–3 oz concentrated cold brew.
No espresso machine? Use 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee or 2–3 oz concentrated cold brew.
1 to 2 tbsp brown sugar (light or dark)
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (plus more to top, optional)
1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional, but makes it taste “coffee-shop”)
Ice (a full glass)
Oatmilk (about 1/2 to 3/4 cup, to taste)
Equipment
Step-by-step (takes 3 minutes)
Make the brown sugar “syrup”
While espresso is hot, stir in brown sugar + cinnamon (+ vanilla) until dissolved.
While espresso is hot, stir in brown sugar + cinnamon (+ vanilla) until dissolved.
Shake it like a barista
Add the sweetened espresso to a shaker with a big handful of ice.
Shake 15–25 seconds until the outside gets frosty and the drink looks slightly foamy.
Add the sweetened espresso to a shaker with a big handful of ice.
Shake 15–25 seconds until the outside gets frosty and the drink looks slightly foamy.
Build the drink
Fill a tall glass with fresh ice.
Pour in the shaken espresso, then top with oatmilk.
Finish
Dust a pinch of cinnamon on top if you want the full café smell.
Pro tips to make it taste even closer
Use medium/dark roast espresso for that bold Starbucks-style punch.
Shake longer than you think—that’s where the smooth, creamy texture comes from.
Prefer it sweeter? Add 1 extra tsp brown sugar or a quick drizzle of maple syrup.
Make it your own (easy variations)
Extra cinnamon: add a tiny pinch of nutmeg.
Less sugar: use 1 tbsp brown sugar and add more oatmilk.
Stronger: pull a third shot or use a “double-strength” coffee concentrate.
Shop the gear to make it at home
If you want to make this drink daily, it’s worth having the right setup—espresso machine, milk frother, and a good shaker make all the difference. Check out my curated picks here and grab what fits your budget.