Description
The Dutch Bros Iced Golden Eagle is a decadent and refreshing iced coffee drink featuring bold espresso combined with smooth vanilla and caramel syrups, topped with creamy half-and-half and drizzled caramel sauce. Perfect for a sweet coffee treat that can be enjoyed chilled on warm days or as a flavorful pick-me-up any time.
Ingredients
Espresso Base
- 2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla syrup
- 2 teaspoons caramel syrup
Dairy
- ¾ cup half-and-half (or whole milk or a mix of milk and cream as substitute)
Additional
- Caramel sauce (for drizzling)
- Ice
Instructions
- Mix Syrups and Espresso: In a mixing cup or shaker, combine the vanilla syrup, caramel syrup, and freshly brewed espresso. Stir or shake well to blend the flavors thoroughly.
- Add Ice to Chill: Add a good amount of ice to the mixing cup containing the espresso and syrup mixture to cool it down rapidly.
- Prepare Serving Glass: Drizzle caramel sauce inside a large serving glass, allowing it to run down the sides creating a decorative and flavorful lining. Then add ice to the glass.
- Pour Espresso Mixture: Strain the chilled espresso and syrup blend over the ice in the caramel-drizzled glass, ensuring a smooth pour without the ice from the mixing cup.
- Add Half-and-Half: Slowly top the drink with half-and-half (or your preferred dairy substitute), pouring until the glass is nearly full to achieve a creamy texture.
- Combine Gently: Stir the drink gently to incorporate the layers and distribute the flavors evenly without losing the iced chill.
- Finish with Caramel Drizzle: Complete the presentation and flavor by adding a generous drizzle of caramel sauce on top of the drink.
Notes
- You can substitute espresso shots with strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of vanilla and caramel syrup to your preference.
- For a lighter version, use whole milk or a milk and cream mix instead of half-and-half.
- Ensure the ice is plenty to keep the drink cold but not dilute it too much.
- This beverage is best served immediately to enjoy the fresh espresso flavor and creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
