Freddo (cappuccino) at home!

If there’s one drink that defines modern coffee culture in Cyprus and Greece, it’s the Freddo Cappuccino. This drink is sleek, refreshing, and features that iconic contrast between dark, rich espresso and velvety, snow-white milk foam.

Want to recreate this café-quality experience at home? Follow my guide to mastering the craft.

Step 1: The Espresso

Brew a double shot of espresso (approximately 60ml). If you prefer your coffee sweet, add the sugar now while the espresso is hot. Stir with a teaspoon to ensure the sugar granules dissolve completely, creating a smooth texture.

Step 2: The Chill

In a Freddo pot with a strainer (Shakers & Milk Jugs | HouseBaristas), place 3-4 medium-sized ice cubes. Then pour the hot espresso over the ice. Using a home or professional drink mixer (for a professional mixer, visit our store at Mixers | HouseBaristas), whip the coffee for just a few seconds until it creates a thin, beautiful crema.

In a glass (short, medium, or tall), place medium-sized ice cubes. For a short glass, use 4 ice cubes; for medium or tall, use 5 or 6. Strain or pour your chilled espresso over the ice.

Your Freddo Espresso is now ready!

Tips:

1. Normally, you should need around 7-9 seconds of whipping, given your mixer is good. Observe the color and the coffee foam after you finish. If the result is dark brown with little coffee foam, whip for an additional 3-5 seconds next time. Conversely, if the color is too blonde, you will have plenty of foam, which is not the desired result. In that case, whip for 3-5 seconds less.

2. Don’t use crushed ice in your glass, as your coffee will get watery very quickly, especially in the summer.

   
   

Step 3: The Milk Foam (for Freddo Cappuccino)

At home, you should use cold skimmed milk (0.1% fat, usually with a blue label). Pour the milk into a cup or glass and use your mixer to whip. For one Freddo cappuccino, you need 50-60 ml of milk. Whip it for around 35-45 seconds until you see that a uniform foam is created. With a spoon, add as much milk foam as you like to your coffee.

Tip:

To verify the best result, turn the cup or glass upside down to check that you have created the perfect milk foam. (Do this above the sink, please! 😊😊)

Your Freddo Cappuccino is now ready!

Conclusion

Making a Freddo Cappuccino at home is simple. With just a few steps, you can enjoy this delightful drink anytime. Remember, practice makes perfect. The more you make it, the better it will taste. Enjoy your coffee journey!

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