Coffee Recipes You Can Make at Home

(Because life’s too short for boring coffee.)

At Sip Happens Coffee Works, we believe coffee isn’t just a drink, it’s a daily ritual, a mood boost, and sometimes even dessert in a mug. To kick off The Sip Happens Kitchen, we’re sharing five easy, delicious coffee recipes you can make right at home. Whether you’re craving cozy comfort, a refreshing pick-me-up, or something sweet to show off on Instagram, these recipes have you covered.

Fluff Off Latte

Because sometimes you just need whipped cream with your coffee.

Ingredients

• 1 cup freshly brewed Sip Happens medium roast

• ½ cup steamed milk

• 1 tsp vanilla syrup

• Whipped cream (the more the merrier)

• Mini marshmallows

Directions

1. Brew your coffee and pour it into a large mug.

2. Add steamed milk and stir in vanilla syrup.

3. Pile on whipped cream like it’s your job.

4. Sprinkle a few marshmallows on top.

5. Sip, smile, and tell stress to fluff off.

Espresso Yourself Tonic

The bubbly pick-me-up you didn’t know you needed.

Ingredients

• 2 shots fresh espresso

• ½ cup chilled tonic water

• Ice cubes

• Slice of orange or lemon

Directions

1. Fill a tall glass with ice.

2. Pour tonic water over the ice.

3. Gently pour espresso over the top so it floats.

4. Add a citrus slice for garnish.

5. Stir lightly, then sip and sparkle.

Vanilla Dream Syrup

Because homemade syrup > store-bought every time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup water

• 1 Tbsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan.

2. Simmer until sugar dissolves (about 5 minutes).

3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.

4. Let cool, then store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.

5. Add to coffee, lattes, or even pancakes when life needs sweetness.

4. Affogato Plot Twist

Dessert + coffee = happiness unlocked.

Ingredients

• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

• 1 shot hot espresso

• Chocolate shavings (optional, but encouraged)

Directions

1. Place ice cream in a small bowl or mug.

2. Pour hot espresso directly over the ice cream.

3. Sprinkle chocolate shavings if you’re feeling dramatic.

4. Grab a spoon and eat it fast before it melts—life’s short.

Cold Brew Glow-Up

Take your iced coffee game to the next level.

Ingredients

• 1 cup coarsely ground Sip Happens beans

• 4 cups cold filtered water

• Ice cubes

• Milk or syrup (optional)

Directions

1. In a large jar or pitcher, combine ground coffee and water.

2. Stir, cover, and let steep in the fridge for 12–18 hours.

3. Strain using a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter.

4. Pour over ice and add milk or syrup if you like.

5. Bask in your cold brew glow-up.

Sip Happens Tip: Pair your recipes with the roast that matches your mood (medium for creamy comfort, dark for bold indulgence, and light for refreshing iced creations).

Because when life feels a little too roasted… Sip Happens.