I never drank coffee before Brody was born. It took me a couple of weeks before I ventured the two seconds from my house to my neighborhood Starbucks. I then got totally hooked on Iced White Chocolate Mochas. Like, every. single. day. addicted. Before long, I knew had I to cut this habit because, hello, $4 a day on coffee is a LOT of money! I figured out an alternative drink that was nearly identical in flavor for half the price- an iced coffee with milk, add white chocolate syrup instead of the classic syrup (try it… SO good!). Even though it was cheaper, I really wanted to make my own drinks at home, instead, since it would be even less expensive.
I tried to make my own iced coffee at home, but it never got anywhere close to being as good as Starbucks. I tried the whole “freeze coffee in ice cube trays” thing so it doesn’t get watered down, and that helped, but it still was not as good. I needed that darn addictive white chocolate syrup!! Too bad they didn’t sell it in stores or online… until now! Woo hoo! I immediately bought it. It was expensive at $20, but it’s the commercial size they have in the coffee shop, so it lasts for a really long time. It’s no more expensive than coffee creamer when you look at the volume you get for the money.
I’ve now discovered how to make the perfect iced coffee at home. I start out by brewing some really strong coffee. I put several pots worth into a plastic pitcher and store it in the fridge. That way, it’s ready in the morning without having to make it and deal with cooling it off enough to ice it.
To make my perfect cup of coffee, I start off with my Starbucks white chocolate syrup (six pumps for a Venti aka 24 ounces is what they do in the store- yes, I am a nerd and asked) in the bottom of my glass.
Then, I pour in my cold coffee and a splash of skim milk. Stir it up. Add ice. Voila!!
I love to drink it with my knock-off Starbucks scones courtesy of The Pioneer Woman. I have to say, though, these beat the pants off of Starbucks Petite Vanilla Scones! They’re super, super easy to make and absolutely delicious! So, there you have it… that’s how I make DIY Starbucks!
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Yum! I need to try the scones. You should try a cold brew (I use this http://www.amazon.com/Toddy-T2N-Cold-Brew-System/dp/B0006H0JVW but you can do similar in a french press or with cheesecloth), it is SO MUCH better than chilled hot brew! Something about the way the acidity works…idk the science but it’s yummy
Amanda, I looked at this a few weeks ago!! If it’s a lot better I’ll really have to try it!
I considered this, too… But I found that cold brewing yourself works just as well and is much cheaper. I use Pioneer Woman’s cold brew recipe. It’s perfect!
This is awesome! I like the caramel mocha ones. How did you find out what flavoring brand they used? I would love to do this with the caramel and mocha.
Brenna, they sell it on their Web site! A barista showed the brand to me a while back so I could find it, but they put it in their store just a couple weeks ago!
Good for you! just a little FYI though (as a former six year corporate Starbucks employee!) a hot venti is 20 oz but a cold venti is 24.
if you wanna get the drink even closer to the real thing!
Oh thanks, Julia!! I will revise that!
delish I pinned this to try for later
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Awesome, thanks!!!
I held off overnight, but my willpower didn’t hold out much longer and I ordered the sauce today! White Chocolate Mochas are my favorite! I did find a code for 10 % off for first orders: STNPWEKD. It saved me a little over $2, and while not much, it is something. Now I can’t wait to try your tips at home!
I have recently became addicted to Mcdonald’s Iced coffee so I will have to try this!!
I know a lady at Starbucks told me one time that you can purchase their flavor syrups (don’t know if the white chocolate would be included.) I don’t know how much it would cost at the store but it would be worth asking. Glad you found a good way to save some time and money
The Pioneer Woman also has a cold brew coffee recipe. It is wonderful!
Try this cold brew – no bitter taste. I don’t remember where I found the recipe (apologies to originator), on the internet somewhere, but I’ve used it for a couple of years.
Iced Coffee Concentrate
Ingredients-
• 1 gallon water (I buy at store & use water container to store concentrate in after strained)
• 1 lb bag of your favorite coffee (buy beans and coarse grind if you can)
• several layers of cheesecloth
Directions-
1. Pour gallon of water into your large bowl.
2. Dump the entire bag of coffee into the water/bowl.
3. Stir to make sure all grounds are saturated with water.
4. Sit for 12 hours/overnight.
5. line strainer with several layers of cheese-cloth
6. Pour your coffee mixture into the strainer. (I strain into another large pan)
7. Once all the coffee concentrate has been strained, pour back into original water container using a funnel.
Store in frig and use as needed.
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