How to Make Iced Coffee with Instant Coffee: Quick & Easy Recipe
If you're wondering how to make iced coffee without needing an espresso machine or café trip, you're in the right place. At 1961 Coffee, we love showing coffee lovers how simple it is to create cool, refreshing iced coffee at home using just instant coffee and a few basic ingredients.
Whether you’re chilling in Melbourne or suburbs like Rowville, Mulgrave, Bayswater, Wheelers Hill, Glen Waverley or anywhere in Australia, this recipe is a game changer—perfect for summer days or when you're craving a quick coffee fix.
Why Iced Coffee is Anytime Drink
Iced coffee hits the spot all year round. It’s easy, energising, and customisable. Best of all, you don’t need fancy gear to make it. With just instant coffee, cold water, and a few extras, you can whip up a barista-style brew in minutes.
Try our Brazil Freeze Dried Coffee for your anytime instant coffee
How to Make Iced Coffee: Quick & Easy Recipe
Ingredients:
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2 teaspoons of instant coffee
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½ cup hot water
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1 cup cold water or milk (your choice of dairy or plant-based)
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Ice cubes
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Sugar, syrup, or sweetener (optional)
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A few coffee beans for garnish (optional, but aesthetic!)
Method:
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Dissolve the coffee: Stir the instant coffee into ½ cup of hot water until fully dissolved.
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Sweeten to taste: Add sugar or syrup if you like it sweet.
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Cool it down: Pour in 1 cup of cold water or milk.
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Serve over ice: Fill a glass with ice cubes, then pour your coffee over the top.
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Add flair (optional): Garnish with a few crushed coffee beans or a splash of flavored syrup.
What We Offer at 1961 Coffee
At 1961 Coffee, we are passionate about delivering exceptional coffee experiences. Our offerings include:
- Office Coffee Services:Our office coffee services are designed to bring premium café-style coffee into your business. We supply coffee to offices and workplaces
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Coffee Beans: A variety of blends and single-origin beans, such as our signature Coffee1961 blend with notes of sweet berry, chocolate, and rum raisin , and the Black Betty Coffee Beans with flavors of dark chocolate, hazelnut, and orange zest.
- Instant Coffee: For convenience without compromising on quality, try our Brazil Freeze Dried Instant Coffee, made from 100% pure Arabica beans with tasting notes of chocolate and hazelnut.
- Drip Coffee Bags: Ideal for home, office, or camping, our 1961 Drip Coffee Bags offer a quick and easy way to enjoy premium coffee on the go.
- Barista Training: Our comprehensive barista courses cover everything from espresso theory to latte art fundamentals, perfect for aspiring baristas or coffee enthusiasts looking to hone their skills.
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Wholesale Services: We offer ethically sourced roasted beans and custom roasting options for businesses looking to provide quality coffee to their customers.
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Level Up Your Brew
Want that true café-style depth in your iced coffee? While instant coffee is quick, adding freshly ground coffee beans to your home setup takes it up a notch. Use them for cold brew or pour-over when you're not in a rush.
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Why Locals Love 1961 Coffee
We’re not just about coffee—we’re about coffee culture. At 1961 Coffee, we supply premium coffee beans, coffee Roasters,office coffee, and more. In Rowville, Mulgrave, Bayswater, Wheelers Hill, Glen Waverley and nearby suburbs of Melbourne and across Australia
Try It Today
Now that you know how to make iced coffee, it’s time to give it a shot. You don’t need a café to enjoy a cool, creamy brew—just instant coffee, a few minutes, and your favorite glass.
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