Café con Hielo, or 'coffee with ice' in Spanish, is a beloved summer beverage in Spain. This simple yet delightful drink originated in the sun-soaked regions of southern Spain, where locals sought a refreshing way to enjoy their coffee during scorching afternoons.
The beauty of Café con Hielo lies in its simplicity and the quality of its ingredients. We recommend using a dark roast coffee, preferably a Spanish blend, ground medium-fine. The coffee is brewed strong using an espresso machine or a moka pot, then served alongside a glass filled with large ice cubes. The ritual of pouring the hot coffee over the ice creates a moment of anticipation, as the coffee cools and transforms into a refreshing iced beverage.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why Café con Hielo will become your new summer favorite:
- Refreshing simplicity: A perfect balance of strong coffee and cooling ice
- Customizable: Easily adjust the strength and sweetness to your liking
- Quick to prepare: Ready in minutes for an instant cool-down
- Authentic experience: Enjoy a taste of Spanish coffee culture at home
- Versatile: Great as a morning pick-me-up or an afternoon treat
Café con Hielo (Spanish Iced Coffee)
Equipment
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Coffee grinder
- Glass for ice
- Cup for hot coffee
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 shots (60ml) espresso or strong brewed coffee
- Ice cubes
- Sugar or sweetener (optional)
- Milk or cream (optional)
Instructions
- Brew 2 shots of espresso or 60ml of strong coffee using your preferred method.
- Fill a glass with ice cubes.
- If desired, add sugar or sweetener to the hot coffee and stir until dissolved.
- Serve the hot coffee in a separate cup alongside the glass of ice.
- To drink, pour the hot coffee over the ice and enjoy immediately.
- Optional: Add a splash of milk or cream if desired.
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