Description
This Pink Iced Latte is a gorgeous, creamy blend of espresso and strawberry milk (or beetroot, if you’re going natural!) that delivers both a visual wow and a deliciously smooth flavor. It’s the perfect aesthetic coffee drink for summer, brunch, or when you want to level up your iced latte game with a hint of fruity or floral sweetness.
Ingredients
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- 1 shot (1 oz) espresso or 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like oat, almond, or coconut)
- 1/4 cup strawberry syrup or beetroot juice (for color & subtle flavor)
- 1–2 tsp sweetener (simple syrup, maple syrup, or sugar — optional)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- Ice cubes
- Strawberry slice or edible flowers for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Fill Glass with Ice: Add ice cubes to a tall glass.
- Mix Pink Milk: In a shaker or separate glass, combine milk, strawberry syrup (or beetroot juice), sweetener, and vanilla. Stir or shake well until fully blended.
- Pour Over Ice: Pour the pink milk mixture over the ice.
- Add Espresso: Slowly pour the cooled espresso over the top for a beautiful layered effect.
- Garnish & Serve: Add a strawberry slice or edible flower for that final flair. Serve with a straw and stir before sipping.
Notes
- For natural coloring, use beetroot juice or pink pitaya powder instead of syrup.
- Add collagen or protein powder for a morning boost.
- Make it decaf by using decaffeinated coffee or matcha instead.
- Use coconut milk for a tropical twist.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
