When the thermometer climbs, hot latte gives way to its iced version: just as indulgent, but wonderfully refreshing. Here are 6 easy, colorful iced latte recipes — ube, matcha, fruity, chai — to turn your kitchen into a summer drinks bar.
A great iced latte is not just a hot latte with ice cubes: there are a few tricks to keep it from becoming watered down or bland. We start with the basic method, then break it down into 6 recipes, from the most classic to the most eye-catching.
The basic method for a perfect iced latte
- Intensify the flavor. Mix your powder (ube, matcha…) with just a little hot water or milk to create a smooth, concentrated base.
- Cool it down. Let this base cool for a few minutes (or add an ice cube).
- Ice first. Fill the glass with ice cubes, pour in the cold milk, then add the base on top.
- Anti-dilution tip. For a flavor that lasts to the very last sip, use milk ice cubes (freeze plant-based milk in an ice cube tray).
1. Iced Ube Latte (the most photogenic)
The violet color of ube looks stunning over ice. Mix 1 to 2 tsp of ube powder, pour it over a glass of iced oat milk, and enjoy the beautiful gradient. Caffeine-free: perfect any time of day. Find the full method in our ube latte guide.
2. Iced Matcha Latte (green energy)
Whisk 1 tsp of ceremonial matcha with a little water at 70–80 °C, then pour over cold milk and ice cubes. Gentle, lasting energy thanks to L-theanine. Details in our matcha latte guide.
3. Iced Strawberry Latte (the trendy pink one)
For an ultra-indulgent pink latte, go for a fruity base like our Pure Ube Framboise or a vanilla-strawberry rooibos. Mash a few fresh strawberries at the bottom of the glass, add ice cubes, milk, and the base: guaranteed café trend effect.
4. Iced Coco Ube Latte (tropical escape)
Pair our Pure Ube Coco with iced coconut milk for a drink that tastes like vacation. A sprinkle of shredded coconut on top completes the look.
5. Iced Chai Latte (spiced and refreshing)
Chai isn’t just for winter. Prepare a strong chai base, let it cool, then pour it over ice and cold foamy milk. Cinnamon on top for the finishing touch.
6. Iced Fruity Latte (your choice)
Our Fruity Latte collection is made for summer: raspberry, coconut, strawberry… Choose your flavor, add ice cubes, light milk, and it’s ready. Ideal for mixing it up every day.
Our pro tips for summer
- Flavored ice cubes: freeze milk, cold coffee, or infusion to avoid dilution.
- Very cold milk: take it out of the fridge at the last minute.
- Sweeten cold drinks with syrup: granulated sugar dissolves poorly in the cold; choose a syrup or diluted liquid honey instead.
- Gradient effect: always pour the colored base in last, slowly, over the milk.
Frequently asked questions
How can you keep an iced latte from being too diluted?
Concentrate the flavor base, use plenty of ice cubes (the cold slows melting), and ideally milk or infusion ice cubes rather than water.
Can you make an iced latte without caffeine?
Yes: ube latte and fruity lattes (raspberry, coconut, strawberry) are naturally caffeine-free, perfect for the afternoon or for children.
Which milk is best for an iced latte?
Oat milk is still the creamiest and most neutral. Coconut milk adds a tropical touch. Lighter milks make the colors stand out.
How do you sweeten a cold drink?
Use a syrup (maple, agave) or pre-diluted honey: granulated sugar dissolves poorly in an iced drink.
Time to pour
With a well-concentrated base and good ice cubes, your homemade iced lattes have nothing to envy from coffee shop versions. Vary the colors and flavors all summer long with the Fruity Latte collection and the Pure Ube range.
