Picture this: it’s a scorching summer afternoon, and you’re craving that cool, creamy iced latte—but the idea of walking to a crowded café? Nope. You glance over at your trusty French press and think… “Could you make me one?”
Yes. Yes, it can. And it does it beautifully.
☕ Wait... You Can Make Iced Lattes in a French Press?
Absolutely. While the French press is often associated with cozy winter mornings and hot cups of strong brew, it’s actually a summer superstar in disguise. With just a few tweaks, your French press becomes an iced latte-making machine.
Let’s break it down.
🧊 What You’ll Need:
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4 tablespoons of coarsely ground coffee
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1.5 cups of cold water (filtered is best)
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Milk or milk alternative (oat, almond, coconut—you do you!)
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Ice cubes
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Optional: sweetener, vanilla extract, flavored syrup, cinnamon, etc.
👩🍳 The Simple Brew Method:
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Cold Brew It (aka Be Patient)
Add the ground coffee and cold water to your French press. Stir gently.
Pop the lid on without plunging, and let it sit in the fridge for 12–16 hours.
(Yes, it's a bit of a wait, but totally worth it. Do it overnight!) -
Plunge & Pour
After brewing, press down slowly. You’ll have a rich, smooth cold brew concentrate. -
Assemble the Iced Latte
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Fill a glass with ice.
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Pour cold brew until the glass is about halfway full.
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Top it off with milk (frothed or plain) to your liking.
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Add syrup or sweetener if desired.
Stir. Sip. Swoon.
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✨ Pro Tips for Maximum Chill:
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Want it creamier? Try half-and-half or sweetened condensed milk (Vietnamese-style latte vibes!).
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Add a splash of vanilla or hazelnut syrup for café-style flavor.
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Freeze coffee into ice cubes to avoid watering down your drink.
📸 Bonus: It’s Instagrammable
There’s something oddly satisfying about watching the swirl of cold brew and milk dance together in a glass. Add a straw, a slice of lemon on the rim (why not?), and you’ve got the perfect shot for your summer stories.
🏖️ French Press = Summer MVP
So there you have it: your humble French press just earned a new role in your summer routine. It’s cool, it's creamy, it's customizable—and you didn’t even have to leave your kitchen.
Coffee shops are great, but DIY iced lattes? That’s main character energy.
Next up? Try adding cinnamon, maple syrup, or even matcha. Your French press is ready.