Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaken Espresso
Let’s face it – when you start the day off with coffee, you know you’re starting your day right! Especially when it’s this Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaken Espresso (which may or may not be a slight copy of a recipe from a certain coffee chain). Customize it with any type of milk you’d prefer…and feel good that you’re saving some $$ along the way! Member’s Mark™ Organic Ground Cinnamon adds a touch of warmth that blends perfectly with the brown sugar flavor.
How to Brew Espresso
Here are the main ways you can make espresso (or espresso-style drinks) at home, from most authentic to easiest:
True Espresso
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Espresso Machine (Pump-Driven)
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Uses ~9 bars of pressure.
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Produces real espresso with rich crema.
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Types: semi-automatic, automatic, super-automatic.
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Best choice if you want café-quality shots at home.
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Manual Lever Machine
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Old-school method where you pull the lever to create pressure.
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More skill required, but can make excellent shots.
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Espresso-Style Alternatives
(Strong, concentrated coffee—close to espresso but not exactly the same)
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Moka Pot (Stovetop Espresso Maker)
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Affordable, easy to use.
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Produces strong coffee but less pressure than real espresso.
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AeroPress (Espresso Hack)
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Can make a concentrated, espresso-like shot.
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Works best with very fine grounds and high manual pressure.
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Handheld Espresso Makers (e.g., Wacaco Nanopresso, Flair, Staresso)
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Portable gadgets that use manual pumping or pressing to get near-espresso pressure.
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Many can produce crema.
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Convenient Options
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Capsule Machines (e.g., Nespresso)
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Super easy, no mess.
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Not quite true espresso, but good crema and consistent taste.
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Super-Automatic Machines
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Grind, tamp, and brew with the push of a button.
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Pricey but very convenient.
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Types of Milk to Use
Not sure about oat milk? No problem! Give some of these non-dairy options a try:
Plant-Based Milks
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Almond Milk
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Light, slightly nutty flavor.
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Lower in calories, but not as creamy.
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Popular in lattes and baking.
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Soy Milk
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Creamy, neutral, and protein-rich.
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Steams well, making it a good coffee creamer.
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Often fortified with calcium & vitamins.
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Coconut Milk
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Rich, tropical flavor.
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Great for curries, desserts, smoothies.
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Barista blends work well in coffee.
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Rice Milk
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Naturally sweet, thin texture.
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Hypoallergenic, good for people with nut/soy allergies.
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Not very creamy for coffee.
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Cashew Milk
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Richer and creamier than almond milk.
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Mild flavor, blends well in sauces or coffee.
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Macadamia Milk
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Smooth, buttery flavor.
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Creamy enough for lattes.
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Hemp Milk
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Nutty, earthy taste.
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Contains omega-3s.
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Thicker texture than rice or almond.
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Pea Milk (Ripple, etc.)
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Neutral flavor, high in protein.
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Creamy and good in coffee.
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Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaken Espresso
Ingredients
- 2 oz Espresso 2 shots
- ½ to 1 tbsp Brown sugar or coconut sugar
- ¼ tsp Member's Mark™ Organic Ground Cinnamon
- 1 pinch Member's Mark™ Sea Salt
- 1 cup Oat milk or milk of choice
Instructions
- Brew 2 ounces espresso. Pour it into a tall glass or mason jar. Add in ½ to 1 tbsp brown sugar (depending on the level of sweetness you prefer), Member's Mark™ Organic Ground Cinnamon, and a pinch of Member's Mark™ Sea Salt.
- Shake in a cocktail shaker or lidded mason jar until frothy. Top with 1 cup oat milk, then fill glass with ice. Serve like this, or shake again for a frothy texture!