First Step: Brew 1 cup of strong coffee using your favorite method, like a drip machine or French press, and make it a bit stronger to keep the flavor intact once you add ice.

Second Step: Let the coffee cool down to room temperature or chill it in the fridge for about 15-20 minutes so it doesn’t melt the ice too fast.

Third Step: Pack a tall glass full of ice cubes to make sure your coffee stays cold and refreshing from the first sip.

Fourth Step: Pour the cooled coffee into the glass, filling it up to about two-thirds so there’s room for other ingredients.

Fifth Step: Mix in your milk or plant-based alternative, using around 1/2 cup or however much you like for that creamy touch.

Sixth Step: Add 1-2 tablespoons of sweetener if you want it sweeter, and stir everything together until it’s well blended.

Seventh Step: For a little extra flair, toss in something like cinnamon or vanilla extract to enhance the taste.

Final Step: Serve it right away with a straw, and feel free to adjust for your diet by choosing different milks or sweeteners as needed.