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Experience coffee bliss like never before with this Iced White Chocolate Mocha. Crafted from the finest espresso, swirled with velvety white chocolate syrup, and chilled to absolute perfection, it’s a flavor sensation that outshines anything you’ll order at Starbucks.
What is an Iced White Mocha?
An Iced White Mocha is a delightful and indulgent coffee beverage that combines several key ingredients to create a refreshing and richly flavored drink. Here’s what typically goes into making an Iced White Mocha:
- Espresso: The base of an Iced White Mocha is usually one or two shots of espresso. It provides a strong coffee flavor and caffeine kick in the drink.
- White Chocolate: The “white” in the name refers to White Chocolate Syrup, which is used to sweeten and flavor the coffee. You can also purchase white chocolate sauce to use.
- Milk or Cream: To balance the strength of the espresso and add creaminess to the beverage, milk or Cream is typically added. The choice of milk can vary, with options like whole milk, skim milk, soy milk, or almond milk, depending on personal preference.
- Ice: As the name suggests, an Iced White Mocha is served over ice to make it a chilled and refreshing drink. I recommend using Coffee Ice Cubes so your drink doesn’t end up watered down.
- Optional Sweetener: Depending on personal taste, some people may choose to add additional sweeteners like sugar or flavored syrups to enhance the sweetness of the drink. Some options are Simple Syrup, Vanilla Syrup for Coffee, or even Brown Sugar Syrup.
Ingredients Needed
How to Make an Iced White Chocolate Mocha
By using a cocktail shaker, you can achieve a well-blended Iced White Mocha with a nice frothy top, similar to what you might expect from a coffee shop. It’s an excellent option if you want to create a visually appealing and thoroughly mixed cold coffee beverage at home.
- Add the ingredients to your shaker. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in the espresso, white chocolate sauce, and milk.
- Shake and strain. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds and then strain the drink over ice in a tall glass or cup.
- Additions to your drink. You can use Coffee Ice Cubes as well as top your drink off with some Cold Foam or Whipped Cream.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Don’t have espresso? Don’t worry, you can still make a delicious version of this drink using Cold Brew Coffee or strongly brewed coffee.
- Want a sweeter drink? If you prefer a drink that’s sweeter try adding some syrup such as Simple Syrup, Brown Sugar Syrup, or Vanilla Syrup for Coffee.
- Using a cocktail shaker is optional. While not necessary, using a cocktail shaker can help create a frothy and well-mixed beverage. If you don’t have one you can layer the ingredients starting with the white chocolate syrup, then the espresso, and top it off with milk or even Frothed Milk.
- Use room temperature or chilled espresso. Make sure your espresso is not scalding hot when mixing with the white chocolate sauce and milk.
FAQS
An Iced White Chocolate Mocha distinguishes itself from a regular Mocha through its core ingredients and flavor profile. While a regular Mocha employs dark or semi-sweet chocolate for a bittersweet and cocoa-forward taste, an Iced White Chocolate Mocha opts for white chocolate, offering a sweeter and creamier flavor. This distinction extends to the beverages’ appearance, with regular Mocha being darker, while the Iced White Chocolate Mocha boasts a lighter, coffee-with-cream hue.
Moreover, the Iced White Chocolate Mocha showcases a mellower coffee flavor, emphasizing the creamy sweetness of white chocolate, whereas a regular Mocha presents a more robust coffee taste complemented by the bitterness of dark chocolate.
Yes, the Iced White Chocolate Mocha is typically sweet. The sweetness primarily comes from the white chocolate used in the drink. White chocolate is naturally sweet, and it adds a creamy, sugary flavor to the beverage. Depending on the recipe and individual preferences, additional sweeteners such as sugar or flavored syrups may also be included, further enhancing the sweetness.
A Starbucks Iced White Mocha consists of espresso shots, Starbucks’ proprietary White Chocolate Mocha sauce (a blend of white chocolate, milk, and sugar), milk (which can be customized to your preference), and ice to create a refreshing iced version. Optional whipped cream can be added for extra indulgence.
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Iced White Chocolate Mocha Recipe
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker optional
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Espresso or Cold Brew
- 2 tablespoons White Chocolate Syrup
- 6 ounces Milk or milk of choice
- 1/2 cup Coffee Ice Cubes or plain ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to your shaker. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and pour in the espresso, white chocolate sauce, and milk.
- Shake and strain. Shake vigorously for about 10 seconds and then strain the drink over ice in a tall glass or cup.
- Additions to your drink. You can use Coffee Ice Cubes as well as top your drink off with some Cold Foam or
Notes
- Don’t have espresso? Don’t worry, you can still make a delicious version of this drink using Cold Brew Coffee or strongly brewed coffee.
- Want a sweeter drink? If you prefer a drink that’s sweeter try adding some syrup such as Simple Syrup, Brown Sugar Syrup, or Vanilla Syrup for Coffee.
- Using a cocktail shaker is optional. While not necessary, using a cocktail shaker can help create a frothy and well-mixed beverage. If you don’t have one you can layer the ingredients starting with the white chocolate syrup, then the espresso, and top it off with milk or even Frothed Milk.
- Use room temperature or chilled espresso. Make sure your espresso is not scalding hot when mixing with the white chocolate sauce and milk.
