Mont Blanc Coffee Recipe

Smooth, creamy and beautifully layered, the Mont Blanc Coffee pairs rich cold coffee with a lightly whipped cream topping and a fresh touch of orange zest.

Inspired by the popular café-style Mont Blanc coffee, this simple recipe creates an elevated cold coffee without requiring complicated ingredients or preparation.

Recipe

Prep time: 5 minutes
Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 2 shots freshly brewed espresso
• 120–150 ml cold water
• Ice
• 50 ml thickened cream
• Fresh orange zest, to garnish

Method

1. Brew the coffee
Prepare two shots of espresso and allow them to cool slightly.

2. Prepare the cream
Lightly whip the thickened cream until it begins to thicken but remains smooth and pourable.

3. Build the coffee
Fill a glass with ice. Add the cold water followed by the espresso and gently stir to combine.

4. Add the cream
Slowly pour the whipped cream over the coffee, creating a smooth, generous layer across the top.

5. Finish with orange zest
Garnish with a small amount of freshly shaved orange zest and serve.

What Is a Mont Blanc Coffee?

A Mont Blanc is a cold coffee topped with a rich layer of cream, creating a contrast between the bold coffee underneath and the smooth, velvety topping.

Rather than mixing everything together, the drink is best enjoyed through the cream, allowing the coffee and cream to come together with each sip.

What Coffee Works Best?

A smooth espresso with chocolate, caramel or nutty characteristics works particularly well. The coffee should have enough body to remain prominent alongside the cream while still creating a balanced drink.

For cafés, using your regular house espresso makes the Mont Blanc particularly easy to introduce as a menu special.

Make It Your Own

For a stronger Mont Blanc, reduce the amount of water or add an additional espresso shot.

The cream can also be prepared ahead of service and refrigerated, allowing cafés to assemble each drink quickly to order.

A small amount of freshly shaved orange zest adds a bright aromatic finish without overpowering the coffee.

Simple, Creamy and Refreshing

The Mont Blanc transforms a simple iced coffee into something a little more indulgent. With bold espresso, a velvety cream top and fresh orange zest, it delivers plenty of flavour without a complicated recipe.