Minimal effort and a handful of ingredients are all you need to start whipping up lattes, frappes, macchiatos, and more–just like a trained barista. Here are a few of our favorite tips when it comes to making high-quality brews at home:
Whole beans are fresher, more fragrant, and ultimately more flavorful than ground coffee. For optimal taste, make sure to grind just what you’ll use that day and store the remaining beans in a dark-colored ceramic or glass container away from sunlight.
The big brands tend to blur together on supermarket shelves, so why not support smaller businesses near your home? This way, you can find blends more personalized to your palate, and you’ll feel more connected to your community while you’re at it.
While the complexity of scales, temperatures, and brewing times may seem like overkill at first, a little precision goes a long way. You’ll be amazed at how much additional flavor you can draw out of a cup of coffee when you do sweat the small stuff.
A tablespoon or two of syrup is all it takes to elevate your brew to new heights. Rather than relying on basics like cream and sugar, introduce your palate to goodness in all its flavors–caramel, vanilla, dark chocolate, and more.
To help you get started on your artisanal coffee journey, we’ve gathered a collection of our favorite coffee recipes, which explore creative flavors, healthy swaps, and classics alike. Try a few and let us know which ones find a permanent place in your morning routine!
Few things go together as seamlessly as coffee and caramel. Bold espresso and steamed milk are drizzled with Torani Puremade Caramel Sauce to create this velvety-smooth macchiato masterpiece.
One look at the name of this recipe has us drooling already. Swirling together Torani Puremade Caramel Sauce, creamy milk, and ground coffee of your choice, then topping it all off with cold foam and dark chocolate sauce, this frappe is indulgence in a glass.
Hello, autumn! This cozy, cold-weather drink taps into all your favorite fall flavors: Green apple, caramel, creamy milk, and full-bodied espresso. Sip it through a cinnamon stick straw for extra festivity.
Swap coffee for tea in this shockingly sugar-free sweet treat. Aromatic chai and smooth Torani French Vanilla Syrup are the perfect partners in crime–fragrant, comforting, and oh-so-sippable.
They say simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, and nothing proves it quite like this recipe. A pleasant caffeine pick-me-up for any time of the day, this iced coffee calls for only four ingredients, but delivers a world of flavor in every sip.
All the pleasure of a French vanilla latte, none of the guilt. This recipe swaps in non-fat milk and sugar-free syrup to create fabulous, full flavors light enough to be enjoyed daily.
So simple, you could make it in your sleep. This vanilla latte is an easy blend of non-fat milk, sugar-free syrup, and chilled espresso. Pour over ice, and enjoy!
It’s the trio we all need in our lives: Cinnamon, coffee, and vanilla. Bring the dream team together in this playful twist on a beloved classic! To make your drink even more of a showstopper, top it off with a swirl of whipped cream and some cinnamon sticks to garnish.
Calling all health nuts! A rich blend of Torani Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup, freshly brewed coffee, and indulgent heavy cream will have you feeling fit, focused, and ready to tackle whatever the day brings.
Three ingredients and five minutes are all that stand between you and this delectable, sugar-free latte. Simply steam the Torani Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup with your milk for a powerful flavor infusion, pour over brewed espresso, and finish with a layer of foam.
This one’s a tried-and-true favorite for a reason. Thanks to its beautiful blend of classic Torani Vanilla Syrup, rich coffee, and a touch of cream, this drink will be a summer day go-to for a long time to come.
Cold brew aficionados, this one’s for you! Torani Vanilla Syrup injects a swirl of sweetness into this crisp, warm-weather refresher.
Robust espresso shots, frothy steamed milk, and the sugary bliss of Torani Vanilla Syrup come together to make a warm, comforting drink that eases you gently into your day or provides the perfect afternoon pick-me-up.
Surprise! Torani syrups are just as at home in a cocktail as they are in a coffee. The sweetness of Torani Vanilla Syrup balances out zesty pineapple and lemon juice to create a tantalizingly tasty drink practically made for summer brunches or backyard get-togethers.
