Summer Refreshment in Your Glass: Michela Cumis's Cold Shaken Coffee

La Freschezza Estiva nel Tuo Bicchiere: Caffè Freddo Shakerato di Michela Cumis

When temperatures rise and the air becomes muggy, there's nothing better than cooling off with a summer drink. Michela Cumis, known for her recipes published on her Giallo Zafferano blog, "cucinato e mangiato," offers us a revisited version of the classic iced shakerato coffee, enriched with the sweetness of Amaro Santa Croce cream liqueur.

Simple Ingredients for Pure Pleasure

Michela's recipe is a celebration of simplicity and flavor. To make this drink, you'll need:

  • 2 cups of strong coffee
  • 10 g liquid sugar (or sugar to taste)
  • 10-12 ice cubes
  • 20 ml of Amaro Santa Croce cream liqueur

Quick Preparation for an Amazing Result

The process is as simple as the list of ingredients:

  1. In a shaker, combine the ice cubes, liquid sugar and cream liqueur.
  2. Pour the ristretto coffee into the shaker.
  3. Close tightly and shake vigorously until the contents become frothy and cold.
  4. Pour the shaken coffee into a tall glass and enjoy your moment of freshness.

The Amaro Santa Croce cream liqueur adds a sweet and aromatic note that pairs perfectly with the intensity of the coffee, creating a perfect balance between strength and sweetness.


With this recipe, Michela Cumis invites us to experiment and enjoy life's simple joys. Whether it's to beat the heat or to indulge in a relaxing break, iced coffee shaken with cream liqueur is the ideal choice for those seeking a refreshing and satisfying treat.