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Rhode Island Coffee Milk Recipe

Rhode Island Coffee Milk Recipe

This Rhode Island Coffee Milk is creamy, sweet, and nostalgic—made by simply stirring coffee syrup into cold milk. It’s the official state drink of Rhode Island and tastes like a coffee-flavored dessert in a glass.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverages, Drink
Cuisine American, Rhode Island
Servings 1 Serving
Calories 200 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup cold milk whole, 2%, or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp coffee syrup Autocrat, Eclipse, or homemade
  • Ice cubes optional, for serving

For Homemade Coffee Syrup:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¼ cup instant espresso powder
  • Pinch of salt
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

Prepare Milk

  • Pour 1 cup of cold milk into a tall glass.

Add Coffee Syrup

  • Stir in 2 tbsp coffee syrup.
  • If using homemade syrup, start with 1½ tbsp and adjust to taste.

Stir Well

  • Mix until syrup completely dissolves.

Taste & Adjust

  • Add more syrup for stronger flavor or less for a lighter taste.

Serve Cold

  • Add ice cubes if desired and enjoy immediately.

Notes

Whole milk gives the creamiest flavor.
Use oat milk for a smooth vegan option.
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