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Iced & Blended
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Iced & Blended

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.8 (50 reviews)
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⏱️ 5 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Iced & Blended offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 23g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 339 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Iced & Blended offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Iced & Blended to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Iced & Blended, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • coffee float
  •  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur
  • 3 parts Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur
  • ½ parts ABSOLUT® VANILIA®
  • Cola
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Beginning with ice cream, combine ingredients in a tall glass
  • and fill with cola.
  • Hot drInks
  • café Blanco
  •  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur
  • ¾ part Absolut® Vanilia Vodka
  • ½ part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur
  • Hot Starbucks® coffee

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream. café de crÈMe  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur Hot Starbucks® Coffee Serve mixed in an Irish coffee glass

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Top with whipped cream. café l’oranGe  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part DeKuyper® Dark Crème de Cacao  part Grand Marnier® Hot Coffee Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream. nutty cHocolate  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¾ part Hazelnut Liqueur Hot Chocolate (or try it with coffee!) Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream, crushed nuts and cocoa powder

Step 3: Technique & Execution

MartInIs cInnaMon twIst  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¼ part DeKuyper® Buttershots® Schnapps 2 parts Cream Splash of Dekuper® Hot Damn!® Cinnamon Schnapps Shake and strain into a cinnamon-sugar rimmed martini glass. frostInI  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¼ part DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps Serve in a martini glass and garnish with fresh mint

Step 4: Technique & Execution

MudslIde MartInI  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part ABSOLUT® VANILIA® Shake ingredients over ice

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Serve in a Martini Glass. candy cane MartInI  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ½ part DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps ½ part DeKuyper® White Crème de Cacao Splash of Grenadine Shake with ice, strain and serve in a martini glass rimmed with crushed peppermint

Step 6: Technique & Execution

MIxed drInks starBucks™ creaM lIqueur on tHe rocks  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur Serve over ice in a rocks glass. ultIMate B-52  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur  part Grand Marnier® Liqueur Beginning with Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur, layer ingredients in a cordial glass. coffee and creaM lIqueurs

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories339 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein23gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates25gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat13gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Iced & Blended

This chef-curated Iced & Blended offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.8 from 50 votes
Iced & Blended
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories17% DV
339 kcal
Protein46% DV
23g
Fat17% DV
13g
Carbs9% DV
25g
Scale Ingredients

Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream. café de crÈMe  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur Hot Starbucks® Coffee Serve mixed in an Irish coffee glass

2

Technique & Execution: Top with whipped cream. café l’oranGe  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part DeKuyper® Dark Crème de Cacao  part Grand Marnier® Hot Coffee Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream. nutty cHocolate  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¾ part Hazelnut Liqueur Hot Chocolate (or try it with coffee!) Serve in an Irish coffee mug and top with whipped cream, crushed nuts and cocoa powder

3

Technique & Execution: MartInIs cInnaMon twIst  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¼ part DeKuyper® Buttershots® Schnapps 2 parts Cream Splash of Dekuper® Hot Damn!® Cinnamon Schnapps Shake and strain into a cinnamon-sugar rimmed martini glass. frostInI  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ¼ part DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps Serve in a martini glass and garnish with fresh mint

4

Technique & Execution: MudslIde MartInI  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur ½ part ABSOLUT® VANILIA® Shake ingredients over ice

5

Technique & Execution: Serve in a Martini Glass. candy cane MartInI  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur ½ part DeKuyper® Peppermint Schnapps ½ part DeKuyper® White Crème de Cacao Splash of Grenadine Shake with ice, strain and serve in a martini glass rimmed with crushed peppermint

6

Technique & Execution: MIxed drInks starBucks™ creaM lIqueur on tHe rocks  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur Serve over ice in a rocks glass. ultIMate B-52  part Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur  part Starbucks™ Cream Liqueur  part Grand Marnier® Liqueur Beginning with Starbucks™ Coffee Liqueur, layer ingredients in a cordial glass. coffee and creaM lIqueurs

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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