What is a Caramel Iced Macchiato
Themacchiatohas its origins in Italian coffee culture, but this iced version takes a few pointers from American-style coffee. The original macchiato drink gets its name from the Italian word for stained, referring to the ‘stain’ of milk that colours the otherwise undisturbed espresso shot. An iced caramel macchiato gives a bit more expression to this classic, combining the espresso and milk with syrup and caramel drizzle, all poured over ice. In this recipe we use caramel, but the iced macchiato can also be customised to suit any preferred taste! Use whatever flavour syrup you like best, such as hazelnut or butterscotch to create this espresso-forwardiced coffeedrink.
Caramel Iced Macchiato vs Iced Caramel Latte
An iced caramel macchiato and iced caramel latte share some elements, but the ratio of coffee to milk and the assembling of ingredients deliver different results. Like aniced latte, an iced caramel latte is made by pouring a single or double shot of espresso over ice and combining with a larger ratio of cold frothed milk, before adding in caramel syrup. These ingredients are then stirred to combine. An iced macchiato on the other hand follows its espresso shots with syrup and then milk to create a layered finish, before topping with a syrup drizzle for added caramel. The resulting taste is a more espresso-forward, richer iced drink.
What is in a Caramel Iced Macchiato?
Despite the name, our iced caramel macchiato also uses vanilla syrup as its sweet flavour source! By using vanilla, it enhances the caramel and adds depth of flavour. An iced macchiato recipe with caramel includes: vanilla syrup, cold milk, espresso shot (single or double), caramel sauce and ice.
To get the deliciously rich layered effect, the espresso is followed by vanilla syrup and then cold milk and then poured over ice before being served.
How to Make a Caramel Iced Macchiato at Home
Always opt for high-quality and robust espresso when making any sweetened coffee drink. This ensures your coffee flavour in your iced caramel macchiato will be at the forefront and won’t be overpowered by syrups or diluted by the melting ice. To pour out the perfect shot every time, our espresso machines likeVertuoorOriginaluse high pressure extraction and Centrifusion brewing technology.
1. To make your iced macchiato, start by pouring out a single or double shot of your chosen rich espresso, such as theFreddo Intensowhich is created specifically for iced drinks.
2. Pour your coffee over ice into a tall glass orTravel Tumblerand let chill before topping up with more ice.
3. Next, add 15 ml of vanilla syrup or to taste.
4. Add 80ml of your milk of choice. To get the creamiest texture, cold froth your milk beforehand before using amilk frother.
5. Finally, drizzle your caramel sauce over the top of your iced macchiato – and enjoy!