Coffee lovers, get ready to meet your new favorite drink. Inspired by traditional Mexican horchata, this Horchata Cream Cold Brew is rich, sweet, and full of cozy cinnamon flavor—perfect for anyone who loves a cold brew that feels both refreshing and indulgent.
Starbucks recently launched their own horchata syrup, and while it’s undeniably tasty, this version lets you recreate those same warm, nostalgic flavors right at home. Plus, you can adjust the sweetness, the creaminess, and the intensity of the cinnamon to your own taste. It’s budget-friendly, completely customizable, and honestly better than most coffee shop drinks.
Why You’ll Love It
- Coffee Shop Flavor at Home – Save time and money with this elevated cold brew recipe that you can make in 2 minutes.
- Sweet & Spiced Horchata Vibes – The cinnamon-vanilla flavor pairs beautifully with bold cold brew.
- Perfect for Iced Coffee Season (or Year-Round Sipping) – Cool, creamy, and refreshing for hot summer days.
- Starbucks-Inspired, but Make it Yours – Homemade horchata syrup = full control over flavor and ingredients. Plus you can make small adjustments to make it decaf, low sugar, or dairy-free.
Ingredients You’ll Need
For the Cold Brew Base:
- 1-2 tablespoons Homemade Horchata Syrup (Adjust to your preferred sweetness level)
- 10 ounces unsweetened black cold brew (Store-bought or homemade)
- Ice
- Ground cinnamon, for topping
For the Horchata Cold Foam:
- 1 tablespoon Homemade Horchata Syrup
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
How to Make It
Step 1: Make the Horchata Cold Foam
In a small glass, combine:
- 1 tablespoon horchata syrup
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Use a handheld milk frother to froth until thick and creamy. This should take about 15–30 seconds.
Step 2: Build Your Drink
Grab a glass and pour in:
- horchata syrup
- unsweetened black cold brew
- Ice (leave room on top for the cold foam)
Give it a quick stir to mix the syrup into the cold brew.
Step 3: Top with Cold Foam & Cinnamon
Gently pour the horchata cold foam over your cold brew. Finish with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top.
Homemade Horchata Syrup Recipe
This Homemade Horchata Syrup is everything you love about the classic Mexican drink—sweet, creamy, and full of warm cinnamon spice—made into a versatile syrup you can stir into your favorite coffees, lattes, or cold foams.
How To Make Cold Brew at Home
To make your own homemade cold brew using coffee grounds and water, see my 3 Ways To Make Cold Brew at Home blog post for my preferred methods.
What Store-Bought Cold Brew is Best?
If you’re like me and prefer the convenient store-bought/premade cold brew route, these are my top favorite cold brew options:
- SToK Black Unsweetened Cold Brew Coffee
- SToK Decaf Unsweetened Cold Brew Coffee
- Wandering Bear Extra Strong Organic Cold Brew Coffee, Straight Black
- Bizzy Cold Brew Coffee, Organic, Espresso Blend, Unsweetened
Drink Pairing Ideas
This Horchata Cream Cold Brew is so versatile—it’s just as good for slow mornings as it is for afternoon pick-me-ups. Serve it alongside:
- A slice of cinnamon coffee cake
- Almond butter toast with banana and honey
- Churros or snickerdoodle cookies
- Overnight oats with maple and walnuts
Make It Your Own
- Dairy-Free? Use oat milk and a dairy-free heavy cream substitute.
- Sugar- Free? Make a sugar free horchata syrup using your favorite sugar substitute.
- More Cinnamon? Add a pinch directly to the cold brew.
- Extra Indulgent? Drizzle chocolate or caramel sauce on top for a fun twist.
- Decaf? Use a decaf cold brew for a lower caffeine drink any time of day.
If you love a balance of bold coffee and cozy, sweet flavor, this Horchata Cream Cold Brew might just become your go-to iced drink. It’s proof that making something special at home doesn’t have to be complicated—or expensive.
More Cold Brew Recipes To Try
- Starbucks Irish Cream Cold Brew
- Sugar Free Cinnamon Roll Cold Brew
- Starbucks Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew
- Starbucks Pistachio Cream Cold Brew
More Horchata-Inspired Recipes
Horchata Cream Cold Brew
Equipment
Ingredients
Horchata Cream Cold Brew
- 1-2 tablespoons Homemade Horchata Syrup adjust to your preferred sweetness level
- 10 ounces unsweetened black cold brew
- Ice
- Horchata Cold Foam recipe below
- Ground cinnamon for topping
Horchata Cold Foam
- 1 tablespoon Homemade Horchata Syrup
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- 3 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- In a small glass combine horchata syrup, 2% milk, and heavy cream.
- Use a handheld milk frother to froth until thick and creamy (15–30 seconds), and then set the Horchata Cold Foam aside.
- To a separate cup add, horchata syrup, cold brew, and ice, leaving room for the cold foam.
- Stir to combine, then top with the Horchata Cold Foam and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
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