Make Instant Coffee

Coffee is an important part of the morning for many people. Unfortunately, there are times when a coffee maker is not available. Luckily, it is still possible to make coffee using hot water and instant coffee. This article will show you how to make some.

  • Total time: 5 minutes

10 Second Summary

1. Place 1 to 2 teaspoons of instant coffee into a mug.
2. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar, if desired.
3. Pour in 1 cup (240 milliliters) of boiling water.
4. Stir until combined.
5. Add some milk or creamer, if desired.

Ingredients

Basic Instant Coffee

  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) hot water
  • 1 – 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 1 – 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
  • Milk or creamer (optional)
  • Cocoa, spices, or vanilla extract (optional)

Iced Instant Coffee

  • 1 – 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 2 – 4 teaspoons hot water
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) cold water or milk
  • Milk or creamer (optional)
  • Cocoa, spices, or vanilla (optional)

Blended Instant Coffee[1]

  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee
  • ¾ cup (177.441 milliliters) milk
  • 6 ice cubes
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
  • 2 teaspoons chocolate syrup (optional)

Instant Latte

  • 1 teaspoon instant coffee
  • 2 teaspoons hot water
  • 1 cup (240 milliliters) hot milk
  • 1 – 2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
  • Cocoa, spices, or vanilla extract (optional)

Steps

Making Basic Instant Coffee

  1. Start boiling some water. For this recipe, you will need some very hot, almost-boiling water. You can boil some water by putting water in a kettle and turning on the stove. You can also use a coffee maker, an electric kettle, or even a cup and microwave. Take the water off the stove just before it starts to boil. If you are using a coffee maker or a microwave, then just let the water cool down a little bit before using it.[2]
  2. Add the coffee. How much coffee you use depends on how big your cup is, how much water you will be using, and your personal preferences. Most instant coffee containers will tell you on the label how much instant coffee you should use to get the best taste. In general, most companies recommend using 1 to 2 teaspoons of instant coffee per 1 cup (240 milliliters) of water.[3]
  3. Add the sugar and spices. At this point, you can add in some sugar. You will need about 1 teaspoon of sugar per 1 cup (240 milliliters) of coffee. Adding your sugar and spices before the water helps blend everything together better and prevents the spices from floating to the top. Once you have added your sugar and flavorings in, give your base another stir to blend everything together. Here are some ideas on how you can flavor your instant coffee:[4]
    • If you love chocolate, consider adding some cocoa powder or chocolate syrup.
    • For a more traditional taste, add a few drops of vanilla extract.
    • Add a dash of ground spices for a unique flavor. Consider using any of the following spices: allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
    • Consider skipping the sugar and spices and use flavored coffee creamer instead. If you choose to do this, fill the rest of the cup with hot water, and then add in the flavored creamer.
  4. Pour in the hot water. Just before the water starts to boil, take it off the heat source and pour it into the cup. You will need about 1 cup (240 milliliters) of hot water.
  5. Add some milk or cream. You can use any type of milk or creamer you like, such as whole milk, half-and-half, or even coconut milk. The amount you use depends on your preferences. You can also omit the milk or creamer altogether and drink your instant coffee black.
    • Consider using some flavored coffee creamer instead. Keep in mind that most flavored coffee creamers are very sweet. If you have already added some sugar to your coffee, a flavored coffee creamer will make it even more sweet.
  6. Stir your coffee and serve it. Before you can drink your coffee, or serve it for someone else to drink, you will need to stir it using a spoon. This helps blend everything together and dissolve the coffee granules and sugar.

Making Iced Instant Coffee

  1. Prepare the iced coffee base. You will need 1 teaspoon of instant coffee and 2 teaspoons of hot water. For stronger iced coffee, use 2 teaspoons of instant coffee, and 4 teaspoons of hot water. Stir the instant coffee and hot water in a cup until the coffee granules are completely dissolved. You will end up with a thick, concentrated coffee syrup.[5]
  2. Consider adding some sugar and spices. At this point, you can also add in some sugar, vanilla extract, or spices. Once you have added everything, stir the coffee base with a spoon to mix it all together. Here are some ideas on how you can flavor your instant coffee:
    • Add some cocoa powder or chocolate syrup for a sweet, unique taste.
    • Add a few drops of vanilla extract for a sweet, classic taste.
    • Give your coffee a unique flavor with a dash of ground spices. Consider using any of the following: allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
    • Consider using some flavored coffee creamer instead of sugar and other flavorings.
  3. Add cold water or milk. Pour 1 cup (240 milliliters) of cold water over your coffee base. For a creamier iced coffee, use cold milk instead.[6] Stir until everything is combined. You will end up with a cup of cold coffee.
    • Consider using some flavored coffee creamer. Keep in mind that most flavored coffee creamers have some additional sweeteners in them, so if you already added sugar to your iced coffee, you might end up with something that is too sweet.
  4. Pour your cold coffee over some ice. Fill a tall glass with ice cubes, and slowly pour your cold coffee over the ice.
  5. Consider adding some milk or creamer. You can drink your iced coffee straight, or you can add some milk or creamer. You can use whole milk, half-and-half, or even coconut milk. How much milk or creamer you use depends entirely on your preferences. Once you have added your milk or creamer, stir the iced coffee with a spoon until you have a uniform color.
  6. Serve the iced coffee immediately. You can drink it straight from the glass, or you can add a straw to it. Drink the iced coffee while it is still cold and before the ice melts.

Making Blended Instant Coffee

  1. Assemble your blender and plug it in. Make sure that your blender is clean, and that the lid fits tightly.
  2. Add the ice, instant coffee, sugar, and milk to the blender. You will need 1 teaspoon of instant coffee, ¾ cup (177.441 milliliters) of milk, about six ice cubes, and 2 teaspoons of sugar.
  3. Consider adding some flavoring. You can further enhance your blended instant coffee by adding in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or 2 teaspoons of chocolate syrup. You can also add other flavorings, such as caramel sauce or even maple syrup.
  4. Blend the coffee until it becomes smooth. Put the lid on the blender and turn it on. Blend everything until the ice is completely crushed. You want to end up with a thick, smoothie-like consistency.
    • If the consistency is too thick, add a little bit more milk. If the consistency is too thin, add one ice cube.
  5. Pour the blended coffee into a tall glass. Turn the blender off and take the lid off. Slowly pour the blended coffee into a tall glass. You may have to use a spoon or spatula to get everything up.
  6. Consider topping the blended coffee. You can make your blended coffee extra fancy by adding some toppings to it, such as whipped cream, chocolate sauce, or shaved pieces of chocolate. Here are some ideas:
    • For a simple blended coffee, add a swirl of chocolate or caramel sauce on top.
    • For something fancier, squeeze a whorl of whipped cream on top of the blended coffee.
    • If you want something super fancy, top the blended coffee with some whipped cream. Then, add a drizzle of chocolate sauce on top. Lastly, sprinkle some bits of shaved chocolate on top of the cream.
  7. Serve the iced coffee. Stick a straw into the iced coffee and serve it immediately, before it melts.

Making Instant Latte

  1. Prepare the latte base. You will need 1 teaspoon of instant coffee and 1 teaspoons of hot water. Stir the instant coffee and hot water in a cup until the coffee granules are completely dissolved. You will end up with a thick, concentrated coffee syrup.[5]
  2. Consider adding some sugar and spices. At this point, you can also add in some sugar, vanilla extract, or spices. Once you have everything in your cup, stir the coffee base again with a spoon. Here are some ideas on how you can flavor your instant latte:
    • Add some cocoa powder or chocolate syrup for a sweet, unique taste.
    • Add a few drops of vanilla extract for a sweet, classic taste.
    • Give your coffee a unique flavor with a dash of ground spices. Consider using any of the following: allspice, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
    • Consider using some flavored coffee creamer instead of sugar and other flavorings.
  3. Heat some milk. Measure out 1 cup (240 milliliters) of milk, and heat it. You can do this in a pot over the stove or in a mug in the microwave. If you are using the stove, watch the pot carefully so that the milk does not boil. If you are using the microwave, heat the milk for about 2 minutes; watch the microwave carefully so that the milk does not boil out of the cup.
  4. Pour the hot milk over the latte base. Once the milk is very hot, pour the hot milk over the latte base. Gently stir the latte with a spoon to combine everything.
  5. Consider topping the latte with whipped cream and spices. For an extra fancy cup of instant latte, squeeze a swirl of whipped cream on top. You can also sprinkle some ground cinnamon or nutmeg on top of the whipped cream.
  6. Serve the latte immediately. Be sure to enjoy your latte before it becomes cold.

Tips

  • Store instant coffee in the freezer in an air-tight container in order to maintain that fresh aroma that it has when you first open the new container.
  • If desired, you may use artificial sweeteners instead of sugar.
  • For stronger instant coffee, add 1 teaspoon of instant coffee. For weaker instant coffee, use more water or milk.

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Sources and Citations

  1. ↑ All Recipes, Coffee Shake
  2. ↑ Taster's Choice, Frequently Asked Questions
  3. ↑ Coffee Stylish, How to Make Instant Coffee
  4. ↑ Pop Sugar, 5 Ways to Make Your Instant Coffee Seem Gourmet
  5. ↑ 5.0 5.1 Taster's Choice, Iced Coffee
  6. ↑ Sugar and Cloth, Eats // A Short-Cut Recipe for Iced Coffee
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