How to Make a Hazelnut Shaken Espresso at Home

If you're looking for a refreshing coffee with a smooth, nutty flavour, a Hazelnut Shaken Espresso is the perfect choice. It's bold, lightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing, making it ideal for warm mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up. Best of all, it's quick to make and easy to customize with your favourite milk.

What You'll Need

For the Hazelnut Shaken Espresso

• 2 shots of freshly brewed espresso
• 1–2 tbsp hazelnut syrup (adjust to taste)
• Ice
• 4–6 oz milk of your choice (oat, dairy, almond, or soy all work well)

Optional:

• A sprinkle of cinnamon
• A dash of vanilla syrup
• Crushed hazelnuts for garnish

How to Make It

First, brew two fresh shots of espresso.

Next, add the espresso to a cocktail shaker or mason jar.

Then, pour in the hazelnut syrup and fill the shaker with ice.

After that, shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds until the espresso is chilled and slightly frothy.

Meanwhile, fill a serving glass with fresh ice.

Next, pour the shaken espresso over the ice.

Finally, top it with your favourite milk, stir gently, and enjoy.

Why Shake the Espresso?

Shaking the espresso isn't just for looks. In fact, it quickly chills the coffee while creating a light, silky foam. As a result, every sip is smoother, creamier, and more refreshing.

Tips for the Best Hazelnut Shaken Espresso

For the best flavour:

• Use freshly roasted coffee.
• Use plenty of ice.
• Adjust the sweetness to suit your taste.

Additionally, freshly brewed espresso makes a noticeable difference and allows the hazelnut flavour to shine.

Why You'll Love It

This drink offers:

• Bold espresso flavour
• Smooth hazelnut sweetness
• Creamy finish
• Refreshing iced texture
• Easy café-style recipe at home

Whether you're enjoying it before work or relaxing on the patio, it's a simple way to enjoy a coffee shop favourite at home.

The Perfect Coffee for This Recipe

At Ottawa Valley Roast House, our freshly roasted coffees create a balanced, flavourful espresso that's perfect for shaken drinks. Because our coffee is roasted in small batches, every cup delivers fresh flavour from the very first sip.

Final Sip

The Hazelnut Shaken Espresso is simple to make, incredibly refreshing, and full of smooth coffee flavour. Whether you're cooling off on a warm summer day or treating yourself to an afternoon coffee break, this recipe is sure to become a favourite.

So, shake, pour, and enjoy every refreshing sip.

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