There isn’t much to the shakerato: a shot of espresso poured over ice cubes and simple syrup, then shaken. But when those three elements are rattled around in a cocktail shaker for what seems like an eternity (it actually clocks in at 15 seconds), they undergo an alchemical transformation: the dense espresso, now frothy, sweet and flecked with ice, is as refreshing as it is flavorful.

Ingredients

  • 1 shot fruity espresso
  • 4 teaspoons simple syrup
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (1 serving)

      74 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 20 grams carbohydrates; 19 grams sugars; 0 grams protein; 19 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

1 drink

Preparation

  1. Make 1 shot fruity espresso and pour immediately into a cocktail shaker with 5 to 6 ice cubes. Add 4 teaspoons simple syrup and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain into a glass. Serve immediately.

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