Caffè Shakerato Recipe: Italian Iced Espresso, Shaken Not Stirred
A caffè shakerato is a hot double espresso shaken vigorously with ice and a touch of sweetener in a cocktail shaker, then strained into a chilled glass. The result is a frothy, silky, cold espresso drink with a light caramel-colored foam that looks like it belongs at a cocktail bar — because in Italy, that’s exactly where it’s served. Here’s the classic recipe, the shaking technique explained, 5 variations, and how it differs from iced espresso, cold brew, and espresso tonic. ...