Medium 20oz Recipe
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Ingredients
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Base Coffee
Milk / Milk Alternative
Sweeteners & Flavorings
Ice (for iced version)
Equipment & Extras
Method
Base Coffee
Grind and measure
Measure 0.67 cups (about 65-70 g) of medium-roast whole beans. Grind to the appropriate consistency for your brewing method: fine for espresso/Moka, medium-fine for AeroPress, medium for drip.
Brew strong coffee
Brew approximately 8 fl oz of strong coffee using your chosen method (espresso: two standard shots totaling ~2-3 fl oz each; AeroPress/Moka/drip: concentrate). If using drip, use a higher coffee-to-water ratio (about 1:12) to produce a strong concentrate. Use filtered water heated to about 195–205°F (90–96°C). Total brewed coffee volume should be about 8 fl oz.
Milk / Milk Alternative
Heat and froth milk
Measure 10 fl oz of whole milk or your chosen milk alternative. Steam or heat to 150–155°F (65–68°C). If you want a latte-style texture, use a steam wand or milk frother to create microfoam. If making an iced version, keep the milk cold and skip steaming.
Reserve about 1 fl oz of milk foam (or more to top the drink) if you want a foamy cap.
Sweeteners & Flavorings
Prepare syrups
If using simple syrup or flavored syrup, measure 1.5 tablespoons and add to the cup first so it dissolves evenly. Add 1/4 tsp vanilla extract if desired.
Assemble Hot Medium 20 oz
Combine hot beverage
Preheat your 20 oz cup by rinsing with hot water. Pour the syrup (and vanilla if using) into the cup. Pour in the brewed 8 fl oz of coffee concentrate, then add the 10 fl oz of steamed milk slowly while holding back foam with a spoon. Spoon the reserved foam on top (about 1 fl oz).
Garnish with a light dusting of cinnamon or cocoa powder (about 1/4 tsp) if desired. Serve immediately.
Assemble Iced Medium 20 oz
Combine iced beverage
Fill your 20 oz cup about 3/4 full with ice (roughly 1.5–2 cups). Add 1.5 tablespoons syrup and 1/4 tsp vanilla if using. Pour in the 8 fl oz of cooled strong coffee concentrate over the ice, then add 10 fl oz cold milk. Stir gently to combine. Leave a little headroom for foam or a few extra ice cubes.
Top with a small scoop of cold foam or extra froth if desired and dust with cinnamon or cocoa powder.
Serve and Adjust
Taste and adjust sweetness or strength: add more syrup (1/2 tbs increments) for sweetness or add a splash more brewed coffee (1–2 fl oz) for stronger coffee taste. Stir and serve.
Clean and purge milk-steaming equipment after use.