Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso

Make this decadent homemade Copycat Starbucks Iced Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso with bold amounts of brown sugar flavor coupled with rich espresso, hints of maple, and your favorite plant-based milk that creates the perfect pick-me-up in the mornings! All Dairy-free + Vegan. Serve hot or cold.

📝 Ingredients

• 1/2 cup organic brown sugar ((Adjust sweetener based on desired sweetness level))
• 1 cup water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1-2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 ounces freshly-brewed espresso, cooled ((You can use decaf or caffeinated))
• 1 cup Plant-based milk ((You can use your fave plant-based milk!))
• 1 cup brown sugar syrup
• Crushed ice
• Vegan caramel sauce, drizzle
• Coconut whipped cream, homemade or store-bought

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1--- TO MAKE THE BROWN SUGAR SYRUP: ---
2. 2In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add together all ingredients (whisking them to combine) and bring to a boil, about 1-2 minutes.
3. 3Reduce the heat to low and simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
4. 4--- SHAKE THINGS UP: ---
5. 5In a mason jar or cocktail shaker, add the cooled brown sugar syrup along with the cooled espresso and ice and shake vigorously (the harder you shake, the more 'foamy' it gets) for 1-2 minutes.
6. 6--- ASSEMBLY: ---
7. 7To serve, pour the shaken espresso mixture into a glass followed by milk. Stir and top with coconut whipped cream and caramel drizzle, if desired.
8. 8Sip and enjoy!