Instant Coffee or Espresso

The base of a traditional café frappé is instant coffee but you can also use espresso for a stronger flavor. Instant coffee dissolves in hot water and cold water so it’s perfect for a quick and easy frappe.

Ice Cubes and Crushed Ice

For that cold frappe feel you’ll need plenty of ice cubes or crushed ice. The type of ice will affect the texture of your drink, crushed ice gives a smoother blend.

Milk and Sugar

Milk adds creaminess to your frappe, sugar sweetens the drink. Adjust to taste. For a dairy free option you can use almond milk, soy milk or oat milk.

Optional Add-Ins

To take your frappe to the next level add chocolate syrup, caramel syrup or even a scoop of ice cream. Whipped cream on top is luxurious.

Tools You’ll Need

To make a frappe you’ll need:

• Blender: To blend the ice and ingredients into a smooth drink.

• Cocktail shaker: An alternative to a blender, to shake and mix the ingredients.

• Glass: To serve your frappe in style.

• Shaker: To create a frothy texture if you’re making a traditional frappé.

Frappe Flavors

Coffee Frappe

A classic coffee frappe made with instant coffee, ice, milk and sugar. Blend all the ingredients and serve in a glass with a straw. Perfect for coffee lovers who like a cold drink.

Caramel Frappe

For a sweeter treat a caramel frappe is coffee, milk, ice and caramel syrup. Top with whipped cream and caramel sauce for a decadent experience.

Mocha

A mocha frappe is coffee, chocolate syrup, milk and ice. For those who love the combo of coffee and chocolate. Top with whipped cream and cocoa powder.

Vanilla Frappe

A vanilla frappe is coffee, vanilla syrup, milk and ice. The vanilla adds a sweet and aromatic flavour to the coffee.

Frappuccino

Popularised by Starbucks a frappuccino is a blended iced coffee drink that comes in many flavours. The origins of the frappé go back to 1957 when a Nestlé employee created a chocolate drink by mixing it with milk and shaking it. It’s typically topped with whipped cream and can have syrups like caramel, chocolate or vanilla.

Frappe Recipes

Basic Coffee Frappe

1. Ingredients:

   • 1 tablespoon instant coffee

   • 1 cup cold water

   • 1 cup ice cubes

   • 1/2 cup milk

   • 2 tablespoons sugar

   • Whipped cream (optional)

2. Instructions:

   1. Blend in a blender the instant coffee, cold water, ice cubes, milk and sugar.

   2. Blend until smooth and frothy.

   3. Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream if desired.

   4. Serve and enjoy!

Caramel Frappe

1. Ingredients:

   • 1 tablespoon instant coffee

   • 1 cup cold water

   • 1 cup ice cubes

   • 1/2 cup milk

   • 2 tablespoons caramel syrup

   • Whipped cream and caramel sauce (optional)

2. Instructions:

   1. Blend in a blender the instant coffee, cold water, ice cubes, milk and caramel syrup.

   2. Blend until smooth and frothy.

   3. Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and caramel sauce.

   4. Serve and enjoy!

Mocha Frappe

1. Ingredients:

   • 1 tablespoon instant coffee

   • 1 cup cold water

   • 1 cup ice cubes

   • 1/2 cup milk

   • 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup

   • Whipped cream and cocoa powder (optional)

2. Instructions:

   1. Blend in a blender the instant coffee, cold water, ice cubes, milk and chocolate syrup.

   2. Blend until smooth and frothy.

   3. Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and cocoa powder.

   4. Serve and enjoy!

Tips

• Adjust Sweetness: Change the amount of sugar or syrup to your taste.

• Try different Flavours: Use vanilla or hazelnut syrup to vary your frappes.

• Texture is key: Use crushed ice for a smoother drink and blend well to get the right consistency.

• Garnish creatively: Add a touch of class with whipped cream, chocolate shavings or caramel drizzle.

Frappe vs Frappuccino

While both are similar, the main difference is in their origin and ingredients. A frappe is a Greek style iced coffee made with instant coffee and cold water, a frappuccino is a trademarked drink by Starbucks that often includes additional flavours and toppings like whipped cream and syrups.

Making a frappe at home is easy and fun with the right ingredients and tools. Whether you like a basic coffee frappe or a caramel frappe, there are many ways to customise your drink. Follow these recipes and tips and you can have a delicious, frothy and ice cold frappe anytime you want. So grab your blender, gather your ingredients and start blending your perfect frappe now!