Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons (12 g) instant coffee
  • 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) hot water, just off the boil
  • 1 cup (240 ml) cold skim milk
  • 1 cup (150 g) ice cubes

Instructions:

  1. Fill a tall glass with 1 cup (150 g) ice cubes.
  2. Pour 1 cup (240 ml) cold skim milk over the ice, leaving about 1 inch (2.5 cm) at the top of the glass for the foam.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons (12 g) instant coffee, 2 tablespoons (25 g) granulated sugar, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) hot water just off the boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture forms a smooth paste.
  4. Whisk by hand for 3 to 4 minutes, or beat with a hand mixer on medium-high for 1 to 2 minutes, until the foam is thick and pale caramel and a spoonful holds its shape briefly before sinking back.
  5. Spoon the whipped foam over the milk in one generous mound.
  6. Serve right away. Sip through the layers, or stir gently for a uniform, mocha-colored drink.