Nauruan Iced Coffee (Sweet Milk Coffee over Ice)
In short: Strong coffee stirred with sweetened condensed milk and sugar, poured over ice and topped with cold milk, the sweet national drink of Nauru. It takes about 10 min in total and makes 2 servings.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Cook
- 5 min
- Resting
- 10 min
- Total
- 10 min
- Servings
- 2
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 185 kcal
Iced coffee is the national drink of Nauru, served at food shacks with plenty of sugar and milk. The coffee is brewed strong so it stands up to the sweetness and the ice, then stirred with sweetened condensed milk and poured over a tall glass of ice. It is a sweet, creamy, cold drink that suits the island heat. Adjust the sweetness to taste.
Instructions
- Stir the condensed milk and sugar into the hot coffee until completely dissolved.
- Let the coffee cool for 10 minutes, or chill it briefly in the freezer, so it does not melt all the ice at once.
- Fill two tall glasses with ice. Pour the sweetened coffee over the ice and top with the cold milk.
- Stir, taste and add more sugar or condensed milk if you like. Serve at once.
Tips
- Brew the coffee double strength. Ice and milk dilute it quickly, and a weak brew will taste watery. Cooling it before pouring keeps the drink cold longer.
- Make coffee ice cubes by freezing leftover coffee in a tray. They chill the drink without watering it down.
Questions and answers
Why is Nauruan iced coffee so sweet?
Nauruan iced coffee is traditionally made with a lot of sugar and milk, and it is served as a cold treat. You can reduce the sugar to suit your taste.
Can I use evaporated milk?
Yes. Replace the cold milk with 120 ml (1/2 cup) of evaporated milk for a richer, creamier drink.
Can I make it ahead?
Yes. Mix the sweetened coffee and keep it covered in the fridge for up to 2 days, then pour over ice and add milk when ready.
How long does it take to make Nauruan Iced Coffee (Sweet Milk Coffee over Ice)?
About 10 min in total: 5 min of preparation and 5 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Nauruan Iced Coffee (Sweet Milk Coffee over Ice)?
About 185 kcal per serving, with 4 g of protein, 32 g of carbohydrates and 5 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 185 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbohydrates | 32 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 31 g |
| Sodium | 70 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
