Iced Hazelnut Oatmilk Shaken Espresso Starbucks Copycat Recipe

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This is the Best Iced Hazelnut Shaken Espresso Copycat Starbucks Recipe!

This new iced hazelnut oatmilk shaken espresso Starbucks drink is a delicious new spin on their usual shaken espresso recipes. It’s similar to their classic espresso beverages except for the fact that it is shaken like a cocktail to make it chilled, creamier, and frothy. 

The addition of the hazelnut syrup as well as the super creamy milk will make this homemade drink one of the best things you have that day!

Ingredients for this Delicious Starbucks Copycat Recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need to make this shaken espresso drink. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements. 

• Espresso: Make sure you are using high-quality coffee because the taste of your espresso shots will be very prominent in this recipe. 
• Ice Cubes: Using fresh ice is a must as well. We don’t want ice that taste like freezer burn!
• Hazelnut Syrup: Feel free to use homemade hazelnut syrup or the store-bought version. Whatever you prefer works in this rich espresso drink! This will add a touch of sweetness and a nice hazelnut flavor. 
• Oatmilk: Starbucks uses the Oatly brand but any extra creamy oatmilk will take this drink to the next level!

How to Make this Iced Shaken Espresso Drink 

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1. Pour your fresh espresso into a glass jar then add in the ice and the hazelnut syrup.
2. Close the lid tightly and give it a good shake to make the espresso mixture cold. 
3. Pour the shaken espresso mixture into a tall glass full of ice and top it with the creamy oat milk. 
4. Enjoy your iced latte with a straw!

Why You Need to Make this Recipe!

• It’s the perfect iced coffee drink for coffee lovers. It’s easy and delicious. 
• The hazelnut makes this coffee have an extra depth of flavor.
• Making this recipe at home is both cost effective and more convenient because no one wants to spend a long time in the drive-thru. Plus buying all of the ingredients for this drink will make you 3-4 drinks for the price of one that you would purchase in stores. 
• Having the ability to make it yourself allows you to really customize it to your liking. 

Frequently asked questions – FAQ

What Should I Use to Shake My Drink?

There are a ton of things you can use. An empty jam jar would be a great way to use something you already have on hand, but you could also use a cocktail shaker or even a mason jar. That’s the beauty of this drink!

Can I Use Another Milk for this Recipe?

Any type of milk works great in this Starbucks version of the hazelnut shaken espresso. My milk of choice has to be anything super creamy, so think whole milk, soy milk, or even almond milk. Coconut milk would be a little lighter but by making this drink in the comfort of your own home you can really use your favorite milk to create the tastiest drink of your dreams. 

Can I Make this Drink Hot?

You can make a hot hazelnut latte but technically you can’t really make a shaken espresso drink because we are shaking it with ice. I guess the next best thing would be to froth your milk or top the drink with cold foam but that’s about it. 

How to Make Homemade Hazelnut Syrup

To make the hazelnut syrup from scratch, take your 1 cup of peeled hazelnuts and roughly chop them. Pot those in a medium saucepan with one cup of water and one cup of granulated sugar. Allow the mixture to come to a light simmer over medium heat, stirring from time to time to help dissolve the sugar. Allow the syrup to simmer for 8-10 minutes before straining the hazelnuts out and use in your drink.

How Much Caffeine Does this Shaken Espresso Drink Have?

This drink has two espresso shots. Since each one has about 65mg of caffeine, this drink will end up sitting at 130mg of caffeine. The perfect morning or afternoon pick me up!

What Are Some Fun Variations to Add to this Starbucks Hazelnut Iced Shaken Espresso?

• Use a mixture of syrups in your drink. Hazelnut with caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or even vanilla syrup adds a delicious depth of flavor. 
• Top your iced drink with your favorite cold foam. 
• Add a sprinkle of salt on top of your drink for a delicious sweet and salty coffee experience. 

I Don’t Have an Espresso Machine, What Can I Use to Make My Drink?

An espresso maker comes in handy when trying to make an espresso-based drink. I love my Breville espresso maker, but the Nespresso-brand capsules and machine would also work just fine. 

For something less bulky, I’d say an Italian espresso maker which can be used easily on the stovetop. But as a last case scenario, you could always use instant coffee with ¼ cup hot water. Use that instead of hot coffee, just be aware that the flavors will be a little different. 

Iced Hazelnut Oatmilk Shaken Espresso Starbucks Copycat

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