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Author Chef Tu David Phu

Prep time

5 Min

Total time

5 Min

Vietnamese Shakerato

With the scorching heat of summer upon us, the idea of sipping on hot coffee doesn't appeal to me. But I think I’ve found a solution by taking a page from Italian and Vietnamese coffee culture. Enter the Vietnamese Shakerato - a sophisticated and invigorating chilled espresso beverage that has become my go-to this summer. When shaken vigorously, this drink unveils a powerful yet harmonious flavor profile, despite its simple composition of just four ingredients: espresso, whole milk, condensed milk, and ice. The result is a drink that delivers a refreshing punch, offering a delightful escape from the heat. But most importantly, it’s delicious.

Ingredients

Double Shot, Mr. Espresso Neapolitan Blend
4 oz., Whole Milk (fresh)
3 tablespoons, Condensed Milk
1/2 cup, Ice (for the shaker)
1/2 cup, Ice (for the cocktail glass)

Equipment

1 each, 10 oz. Cocktail Glass
1 each, Cocktail Shaker

Instructions

Add 3 tablespoons of condensed milk, 4 oz. of fresh whole milk, a double espresso shot, and 1/2 cup of ice into the cocktail shaker.
Shake vigorously for 1-2 minutes.
Pour milk/condensed milk mixture into a 10 oz. glass with the ice.

Notes

Neapolitan Espresso

Similar to wine, coffee possesses a diverse range of characteristics. In the case of this recipe, I opted for a Neapolitan roast sourced from my local coffee roaster, Mr. Espresso. This particular roast boasts delightful notes of caramel, hazelnut, and dark chocolate, creating a remarkable harmony when combined with the flavors of chocolate and ube.

-About Mr. Espresso-

www.mrespresso.com

Mr. Espresso is an Oakland-based, family-owned, and operated Specialty Coffee Roaster that started in 1978. Mr. They specialize in coffee that is gently roasted as it was in Italy, over slow-burning, oak wood logs that are hand-selected, perfectly seasoned, and sustainably sourced. Skillfully adapting this Old World tradition to modern tastes, the Mr. Espresso family continues to roast classically inspired blends to bring you an espresso like no other.