Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 0.5g salt
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk

Instructions:

  1. Combine the brown sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly until the sugar has completely dissolved and the liquid begins to simmer.
  3. Remove from heat immediately and whisk in the vanilla extract and cinnamon.
  4. Brew your coffee or pull your espresso shots.
  5. Pour 1–2 tablespoons of the homemade syrup into the bottom of your mug.
  6. Pour the hot coffee over the syrup and stir well to integrate.
  7. For hot coffee: Heat almond milk in a small pot or microwave for 45 seconds and froth using a handheld frother. For iced coffee: Fill a glass with ice and pour in the sweetened coffee.
  8. Slowly pour the frothed or cold almond milk over the coffee to create a gradient effect.