How to Make a Hazelnut Shaken Espresso at Home
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It's bold, lightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing, making it an ideal drink 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
Brew two fresh shots of espresso.
Add the espresso to a cocktail shaker or mason jar.
Pour in the hazelnut syrup.
Fill the shaker with ice.
Fill a glass with fresh ice.
Pour the shaken espresso over the ice.
Top with your favourite milk.
Stir gently and enjoy.
Why Shake the Espresso?
Shaking the espresso isn't just for looks.
Tips for the Best Shaken Espresso
For the best flavour:
Use freshly roasted coffee.
Use plenty of ice.
Adjust the sweetness to suit your taste.
Fresh 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
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.
Fresh beans make every sip even better.
Final Sip
The Hazelnut Shaken Espresso is simple to make, incredibly refreshing, and full of smooth coffee flavour.
Shake, pour, and enjoy every refreshing sip.
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