How to Make Iced Coffee with Instant Coffee

How to Make Iced Coffee with Instant Coffee

Iced coffee is a refreshing way to enjoy your favourite beverage during warm days. You don’t need a fancy machine — learning how to make iced coffee with instant coffee is simple, quick, and delicious. You can even recreate the coffee shop experience at home.

What You’ll Need

  • Instant coffee – any quality brand

  • Cold water

  • Ice cubes

  • Milk or plant-based milk (optional)

  • Sweetener (optional, like brown sugar)

  • Glass or shaker

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Dissolve Instant Coffee

Add 1–2 teaspoons of instant coffee to a small amount of hot water.
Stir until fully dissolved. This ensures smooth coffee without coffee granules.

2. Add Ice

Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
Pour the dissolved coffee over the ice.

3. Add Cold Water or Milk

Top up with cold water for black iced coffee, or milk for a creamy iced latte. Stir gently to combine.

4. Sweeten if Desired

Add sugar, honey, or your favourite sweetener like brown sugar. Stir until fully dissolved.

5. Optional Flavour Boost

Add vanilla, caramel, or chocolate syrup for a flavoured iced coffee.
If you’re brewing coffee instead of using instant, try pairing with Assorted Flavoured Blend Coffee for inspiration.

Tips for the Best Instant Iced Coffee

  • Use fresh ice — avoids diluting flavour too quickly.

  • Dissolve coffee in hot water first — ensures smooth texture.

  • Experiment with strength — adjust amount of hot water or coffee to taste.

  • Try cold brew for a smoother alternative — blends like Frozen Amazon Coffee or Mayan Chill Coffee work beautifully.

Variations of Iced Coffee with Instant Coffee

  • Iced Latte – add more milk or plant-based milk for a creamy version.

  • Iced Mocha – mix cocoa powder or chocolate syrup before adding milk.

  • Flavoured Iced Coffee – add syrups or flavour extracts to create your favourite coffee treat.

Instant coffee makes iced coffee quick, convenient, and versatile — perfect for mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or summer refreshment at home (iced coffee at home).

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