Frappé

Thessaloniki, Greece — 1957 (Dimitris Vakondios at a Nestlé trade fair)

Invented by accident when a Nestlé employee couldn't find hot water and shook instant coffee with cold water and ice. Greece's national coffee drink is made from instant coffee, water, sugar, and milk — shaken until it forms a thick foam. It's not a blended Frappuccino; it's lighter, foamier, and meant to be sipped slowly in the sun.

How to make it

1. 1

   Add 2 teaspoons of instant coffee, sugar to taste, and a splash of cold water to a shaker or jar.

2. 2

   Shake or blend vigorously for 15–30 seconds until a thick foam forms.

3. 3

   Pour into a tall glass filled with ice.

4. 4

   Add cold water and a splash of milk if desired.

5. 5

   Serve with a straw — a frappé is meant to last an hour.