McDonalds Iced Coffee In the UK 2024

I am a big coffee lover, or, you can say an addict as I can’t start my day without having a dark, extra cold iced coffee, with a shot of espresso. I’ve tried many iced coffees from multiple coffee shops in the town and from across the world but not a single one touched my heart.

McDonald’s iced coffee

The first sip of McDonald’s iced coffee was enough to make me realise that this is the best iced coffee I’ve ever had. The bitterness of the espresso, combined with the sweetness, tastes so perfect that now I will never try iced coffee from any other place. 

Let’s find out everything about my favourite McDonald’s coffee that I’ve savored for years and finally want to know more about!

Also try McCafé latte which is also available on the breakfast menu at McDonald’s.

McDonalds Iced Coffee prices

The McDonald’s iced coffee is available in three different sizes: small, medium, and large. The cost depends on the size of the coffee, the small size costs less, while the large size costs more. It is available at the price range of £2.49 to £2.59

Calorie Count 

ItemSizeCalories 
McCafé® Iced CoffeeSmall140 Cal. 
McCafé® iced CoffeeMedium 170 Cal.
McCafé® Iced CoffeeLarge 260 Cal.

What’s so good in McD’s Iced Coffee

I had been an avid fan of McDonald’s frappe since forever. It is my all time favorite item from McDonald’s.

If you are a fan of classic iced flavors or prefer indulgent flavors like mocha and caramel, McDonald’s has got something for everyone. In this article, I had shared some of the interesting features of the variations in coffee that I had tried and tested myself.

Mcdonald’s had been serving its signature ice coffee for decades, along with their delectable intricately curated menu they have been providing good quality for an affordable sum of money. providing good quality for an affordable sum of money. This affordability and availability makes it an awesome choice for its customers.

We had discussed the prices and availability options, also why it is loved so much for years.

Charm of McDonald’s Coffee

Caffeine content:

 one of the appealing components of maccies coffee is their caffeine content. A large 32 oz. the serving contains 320 mg of caffeine which makes it a strong, energetic beverage.

Flavorful variety:

McDonald’s coffee is available in many different flavors, addressing needs of people with different taste buds. Also people who want to try new flavors can enjoy a variety of flavors with the help of McDonald’s iced coffee.

Affordable pricing:

Beyond its exceptional quality, coffee at McDonald’s is available in prices under £2, which makes it an affordable option for coffee lovers.

varieties

Some varieties that had been available are:

  • Classic McCafe Coffee.
  • McCafe Iced Caramel Mocha.
  • Raspberry Ripple ice cooler frappe.

Recipes of Different Types Of McDonald’s Iced Coffee

 We can recreate different DIY recipes of McDonald’s coffees at home. Let start with us:

Do You Know ?
McDonald’s is the first one to introduce iced coffee in their menu. From choice of milk to additional flavor shots, customers can make coffee according to their own choice with their customization offer.

Classic McCafe Iced coffee

 

Enjoy the timeless taste of McCafe where refreshment meets simplicity. Made with signature coffee and chilled to perfection with ice, this beverage is a perfect choice for traditional coffee lovers.

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It comes in 3 serving sizes priced at:

Ingredients

  1. A Cup of freshly brewed coffee.
  2. Fresh milk ½ cup.
  3. Liquid sugar 2-3 tbsp.
  4. Ice cubes 4-5.

Instructions

  1. Brew a strong cup of coffee, and let it cool at room temperature.
  2. Add cooled coffee and liquid sugar in a tall glass.
  3. Add milk into the glass and stir well.
  4. Fill in the ice cubes and give it a good stir.
  5. Enjoy.

Nutritional count

Nutritional valueCalories 
protein9g
Fats 19g
Salts 0.5g 
Energy (kcal)386
Energy (kj)1619
Carbohydrates 48g
Fibre 1g
Sugar 42g
Saturated sugar12g

McCafe Iced Caramel Mocha

McCafe Iced caramel Mocha provides a delightful fusion of rich chocolate, espresso shot and luscious caramel in every sip. It is made with premium espresso, creamy milk and some drizzles of caramel and chocolate syrup, to treat your taste buds with extreme flavors.

Iced Caramel Mocha

Iced caramel mocha is made with whole milk, chocolate and caramel syrup to bring a splash of delectable flavor to your taste buds. Available in three servings where small serving provides 280 calories priced at £1.90, you can choose as per needed.

Ingredients

  1. Freshly brewed, cooled coffee ½ cup.
  2. Milk ½ cup.
  3. Caramel syrup 2-3 tbsp.
  4. Chocolate syrup 2-3 tbsp.
  5. Ice cubes 4-5 
  6. Whipped cream ( optional ).

Instructions

  1. Brew the coffee, let it cool down.
  2. In a glass combine cooled coffee, caramel syrup and chocolate syrup.
  3. Stir well by adding milk gradually.
  4. Fill the glass with ice cubes and top with whipped cream to enhance the flavors.
  5. Enjoy the rich taste of aromatic iced caramel mocha.

Nutritional value

Nutrition Calories 
Saturated fats2.5g
Sugar 25g
Calories 180(kcal)
Proteins 6g
Total carbohydrates 29g
Total fats 4.5g 

FeedBack 

  • I had tried all kinds of iced coffees at McDonald’s and the richness and creamy texture of the frappes had made me fall in love with these. Like all the other menu items of McD, these iced coffees are something worth trying.

Raspberry Ripple ice cooler frappe

Bursting with the richness of raspberry’s refreshing flavors to the bold essence of sweetness from frappe, this drink will surely energize your tastebuds. Served with chilled cream it is a sure shot formula for refreshment and energy.

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It provides the combination of frozen raspberries with the uniqueness of frappe, to give a cooling treat to your taste buds.

Ingredients

  1. Frozen raspberries 1 cup.
  2. Raspberry syrup.(as per taste)
  3. Milk ½ cup
  4. Liquid Sugar 2-3 tbsp
  5. Vanilla ice cream 1 scoop.
  6. Fresh cream 
  7. Ice cubes 4-5 

Instruction

  1. In a blender, combine frozen raspberries, vanilla ice cream, liquid sugar and crushed ice.
  2. Pour the mixture in glasses.
  3. Drizzle raspberry syrup on the mixture.
  4. Add whipped cream.
  5. Serve chilled.

Nutritional value of raspberry frappe

Nutritional value Calories 
Protein 8g
Fats 12g
Salt 0.4g
Energy (kcal)355
Energy (kj)1410
Carbohydrates 49g
Fiber 1g
Sugar 43g
Saturated sugar7g

Tips And Tricks To Enhance Taste Of DIY McDonald’s coffee

  • Quality of coffee: using strong good quality coffee would ensure that your drink has rich robust flavors of freshly brewed coffee.
  • Chill completely: before starting to add other ingredients, make sure that you have cooled the brewed coffee completely. 
  • Sweetness: McDonald’s iced coffee is sweetened using liquid sugar or sugar syrup, to replicate the recipe, make sure you add sugar syrup. 
  • Experiment to get flavor: try adding caramel, mocha or chocolate syrup to get more and more rich texture and flavorful experience. 
  • Milk: aim for a balanced ratio to complement the coffee without overdoing it. You can use whole milk, almond milk or oat milk as per your dietary recommendations.
  • Use Ice: fill your glass with lots of ice, it would be helpful in maintaining the refreshing nature of your coffee. 
  • Garnish: for a flavorful touch of McDonald’s , use chocolate syrup, caramel syrup or whipped cream.

Customization Options

Any customer can pair it up with their regular meal to have a filling and hearty complete package. For instance, suppose you have ordered McD’s signature delicious Bacon & Egg Sandwich, then you may order their Iced coffee with it and Voila!! You have recharged yourself to indulge yourself back in the hassle routine of yours. 

You may also buy a simple spicy veggie wrap with your favorite Iced coffee to have a healthy munch option.

Do You Know?

  • There are several items that were introduced and then they stopped serving, but iced coffee is one of the items that they had never stopped.
  • Y0u can enjoy the great taste of iced Mcdonald’s coffee in decaf versions also.

Frequently Asked Questions

 It is made of 100% Arabica beans, cream and a choice of flavored coffee syrup.

The milk is taken from cows that are not treated with the artificial growth hormones rbST. Hence making it a healthy choice.

McDonald’s iced coffee is available in small , medium and large servings. You can take as per your choice and requirement.

Yes, you can have customized sugar free syrups available at selected mcdonald’s. They offer sugar-free french vanilla or hazelnut available.

Yes, customers can enjoy their iced coffee with the help of various online delivery platforms or through their online portal. You can enjoy the richness and creaminess while staying at home.

You can request for plant based milk, that is almond milk and soy milk to have a complete vegan beverage. Additionally, you can request them to avoid whipping cream for a full vegan experience.

Yes, you may ask for decaffeinated flavors which may include classic iced coffee or iced mocha. These flavors had great taste in decaf versions. You can enjoy the same great taste without caffeine.

A small McCafe Iced Coffee with cream contains 140 calories, providing customers  with transparent nutritional information. The calorie count varies with the difference in serving size.

Conclusion

McDonald’s iced coffee stands as an example of standard and quality beverage, which offers a tasty, energy boosting caffeine drink. While some people might have different or mixed opinions, yet iced coffee by Mcdonald’s is loved by people across the world.

The sole reason people love this drink is its strong flavor, the quantity and affordability. The allure of this coffee had charmed people for decades making it the top priority choice of many. While all the other items are loved by customers, coffee stands tall for all the good reasons.

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