🇬🇷 Greece · Drinks
Frappé: Iced Greek Coffee
By eatmundo · July 7, 2026
🇬🇷 GRThe Frappé is Greece's iconic iced coffee, a delightfully refreshing and frothy beverage perfect for hot Mediterranean days. Made from instant coffee, water, and sugar, it’s vigorously shaken or frothed to create a thick, creamy foam, then served over ice with a splash of milk if desired. A true Greek summer staple!
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
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In a tall glass (or a shaker bottle), combine 1-2 teaspoons of instant coffee (depending on desired strength) and 1-2 teaspoons of sugar (or to taste). Add 30ml (about 2 tablespoons) of very cold water.
- 2
Using a small handheld frother, a spoon, or a shaker bottle, vigorously whisk or shake the mixture for 15-30 seconds until a thick, rich, and golden-brown foam forms. The more foam, the better the frappé!
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Fill the glass about two-thirds full with ice cubes. This ensures your coffee stays perfectly chilled without watering down the foam too quickly.
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Slowly pour the coffee foam mixture over the ice. Watch as the beautiful layers of foam and coffee separate, creating the signature look of a Frappé.
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Top the glass with cold water, leaving about 2-3 cm (1 inch) from the rim. If desired, gently pour in 30-50ml of cold milk (evaporated milk is traditional, but any milk works) for a creamier texture.
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Serve immediately with a straw. Stir gently with the straw before drinking to combine the layers and fully enjoy your refreshing Greek Frappé while the foam is fresh and the coffee is icy cold.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of instant coffee is best for making a proper Frappé?+
Use a spray-dried instant coffee, often labeled as "Nescafé Classic" or similar, for the optimal foam and flavor. Avoid freeze-dried or granulated instant coffees as they won't create the same rich, stable foam.
Is it important for the initial water to be cold when mixing the coffee and sugar?+
Yes, using very cold water (or even a few ice cubes) when whipping the coffee and sugar helps create a thicker, more stable, and long-lasting foam characteristic of a true Frappé.
What's the best way to get a rich, thick foam for my Frappé if I don't have a special mixer?+
If you don't have a hand mixer or a special frappé whisk, you can vigorously shake the coffee, sugar, and cold water in a sealed jar or bottle for 15-30 seconds until a dense foam forms.
What's a common mistake when adding milk or water after the foam is made?+
A common mistake is pouring the milk or water too quickly directly onto the foam, which can collapse it. Instead, gently pour it down the side of the glass to preserve the frothy layer.
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