6 Iced Coffee Recipes You Can Make Without A Coffee Maker

Liputan6.com, Jakarta - A cold glass of iced coffee is one of the best drinks on a warm day. Many people around the world enjoy iced coffee recipes because they are refreshing and full of flavor.

Making iced coffee at home does not require any special machine. A jar, some basic ingredients, and a little patience are all you need. Many popular iced coffee recipes are designed to be made without a coffee maker, right in your own kitchen.

In this article, we will share six tasty and easy iced coffee recipes that you can make at home without a coffee maker. From a smooth cold brew to a rich Vietnamese-style coffee, each of them has unique taste, so make sure you try them all. Let's get started.

Cold brew is one of the most popular iced coffee recipes because it is smooth, low in bitterness, and very easy to make at home without any machine.

Ingredients:

- 1 cup coarse ground coffee

- 4 cups cold water

- Ice cubes

- Milk or creamer (optional)

Instructions:

1. Add the coarse ground coffee into a large jar or pitcher.

2. Pour the cold water over the coffee grounds. Stir gently to make sure all the grounds are wet.

3. Cover the jar with a lid or plastic wrap.

4. Place the jar in the refrigerator and let it sit for 12 to 24 hours.

5. After the waiting time, place a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth over a clean jar or bowl.

6. Slowly pour the coffee through the strainer to separate the grounds from the liquid.

7. Fill a glass with ice cubes.

8. Pour the cold brew concentrate over the ice. Use half concentrate and half water or milk for a lighter taste.

9. Stir and serve cold.

This is one of the quickest iced coffee recipes you can make. It uses instant coffee, which dissolves fast in water and does not require any brewing equipment.

Ingredients:

- 2 teaspoons instant coffee

- 2 tablespoons hot water

- 1 cup cold milk or water

- 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar (to taste)

- Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Add the instant coffee and sugar into a small cup or bowl.

2. Pour the hot water over the instant coffee and sugar.

3. Stir well until the coffee and sugar are fully dissolved. The mixture should look dark and smooth.

4. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.

5. Pour the cold milk or water into the glass over the ice.

6. Slowly pour the dissolved coffee mixture on top.

7. Stir everything together until well combined.

8. Taste and add more sugar if needed. Serve right away.

An iced latte is a creamy and mild iced coffee recipe that is perfect for people who enjoy a lighter coffee taste with a smooth, milky texture.

Ingredients:

- 2 teaspoons instant coffee or 2 shots of espresso (made with instant espresso powder)

- 3 tablespoons hot water

- 1 cup cold milk (whole milk or any plant-based milk)

- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

- Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. In a small cup, mix the instant coffee or espresso powder with hot water and sugar.

2. Stir well until everything is completely dissolved.

3. Let the coffee mixture cool for two to three minutes.

4. Fill a glass generously with ice cubes.

5. Pour the cold milk into the glass first, filling it about three quarters of the way.

6. Slowly pour the cooled coffee mixture over the milk and ice.

7. Stir gently to combine the milk and coffee together.

8. Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, cold flavor.

The iced mocha latte is a chocolatey and rich variation of classic iced coffee recipes. It is great for people who love both coffee and chocolate together in one drink.

Ingredients:

- 2 teaspoons instant coffee

- 3 tablespoons hot water

- 1 tablespoon chocolate syrup or cocoa powder

- 1 cup cold milk

- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)

- Ice cubes

- Whipped cream (optional topping)

Instructions:

1. Combine the instant coffee, chocolate syrup or cocoa powder, sugar, and hot water in a small cup.

2. Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are fully dissolved and blended together.

3. Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes at room temperature.

4. Fill a glass with ice cubes, all the way to the top.

5. Pour the cold milk over the ice, leaving a small space at the top of the glass.

6. Slowly pour the chocolate coffee mixture over the milk and ice.

7. Stir gently until the drink has an even, brown color throughout.

8. Add whipped cream on top if you like, and serve cold.

Iced Irish coffee is a bold and slightly warming iced coffee recipe that combines coffee with Irish whiskey and a touch of sweetness. It is a great drink for a relaxed evening.

Ingredients:

- 2 teaspoons instant coffee

- 3 tablespoons hot water

- 1 to 2 tablespoons Irish whiskey

- 1 teaspoon brown sugar

- 1/2 cup cold water or cold black tea (as a base)

- Ice cubes

- Lightly whipped heavy cream (for topping)

Instructions:

1. Mix the instant coffee, brown sugar, and hot water in a small cup.

2. Stir well until both the coffee and sugar are fully dissolved.

3. Let the mixture cool for two to three minutes.

4. Fill a glass with ice cubes.

5. Pour the cold water or cold black tea into the glass over the ice.

6. Add the Irish whiskey and stir gently to combine with the base.

7. Pour the cooled coffee mixture into the glass and stir once more.

8. Spoon or pour the lightly whipped cream gently over the top of the drink so it floats.

9. Serve right away without stirring the cream layer.

Vietnamese-style iced coffee is one of the most loved iced coffee recipes in Southeast Asia. It uses a small metal drip filter called a phin and is known for its bold, slow-dripped coffee paired with sweet condensed milk.

Ingredients:

- 3 tablespoons medium to coarse ground dark roast coffee (Vietnamese coffee like Trung Nguyen works best)

- 3/4 cup hot water (just below boiling, around 90 to 95 degrees Celsius)

- 2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk

- Ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Add the sweetened condensed milk to the bottom of a heat-safe glass or cup.

2. Place the phin filter on top of the glass.

3. Add the ground coffee into the phin chamber and gently press it down with the filter press that comes with the phin.

4. Set the lid on top of the phin loosely and pour about one tablespoon of hot water over the grounds first.

5. Wait for 30 seconds to allow the coffee to bloom and absorb the water.

6. Slowly pour the rest of the hot water into the phin chamber, filling it to the top.

7. Place the lid back on and wait for the coffee to drip through. This takes about four to six minutes. Do not rush it.

8. Once all the coffee has dripped through, remove the phin filter from the glass.

9. Stir the hot coffee and condensed milk together until fully combined.

10. Fill a separate tall glass with ice cubes.

11. Pour the coffee and condensed milk mixture over the ice.

12. Stir once more and serve immediately.