What is a cloud coffee drink and how is it different from regular coffee?

A cloud coffee drink is a trendy beverage made by whipping coffee, sugar, and hot water into a fluffy foam and layering it over milk. Unlike regular coffee, which is simply brewed and served, cloud coffee adds a light, airy texture that makes it more indulgent and visually stunning. It’s a drink and a dessert all in one.

Can I make cloud coffee without instant coffee?

Not really. The foam texture relies on instant coffee granules, which dissolve quickly and create structure when whipped. Regular ground coffee won’t whip the same way. However, you can enjoy similar flavors with recipes like our Chilled Espresso Banana Frappe , which uses brewed coffee creatively.

Is cloud coffee drink healthy or high in sugar?

It depends on how you make it. The standard version includes sugar, but you can substitute with sugar-free sweeteners. When served with plant-based milk and reduced sugar, it can be a low-calorie treat.

What ingredients are needed to make cloud coffee at home?

You only need three basic ingredients: instant coffee, granulated sugar, and hot water. Combine equal parts of each (1 tablespoon is ideal) and whip until it forms peaks.

What are the best toppings or flavors to enhance a cloud coffee drink?

Some of the most popular toppings include cocoa powder, cinnamon, caramel drizzle, and whipped cream. You can also infuse flavors into your foam or base milk—like vanilla extract, hazelnut syrup, or even matcha—for a custom twist on the classic cloud coffee drink .

Is cloud coffee the same as Dalgona coffee?

Not exactly. While they look similar, cloud coffee is lighter and airier, often with additional ingredients like cream or egg white for volume. Dalgona coffee uses equal parts instant coffee, sugar, and water to create a denser, mousse-like texture. Both are delicious, but cloud coffee is fluffier and more delicate in structure.

Cloud Coffee Drink – The Best Fluffy Coffee Trend You Must Try (2025)

Description

The Cloud Coffee Drink is a dreamy, whipped coffee beverage that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Inspired by the viral Dalgona coffee trend, this recipe transforms instant coffee into a fluffy, cloud-like topping that floats over iced milk. It’s rich, velvety, and perfect for coffee lovers who enjoy café-style drinks at home. Ready in minutes with just a few ingredients!

Flavoured cream is whipped to pillowy, cloudy consistency and then poured over any chilled drink of your choice. We particularly love it on top of sweetened coconut water, matcha and iced coffee.

Ingredients

Scale

FOR THE TAHINI COFFEE

3 Tbsp double cream
1 1/2 tsp tahini

1 tsp runny honey, plus more to garnish Ice

200 ml Iced coffee, we used Rude Health
Sesame seeds, to garnish
FOR THE RHUBARB MATCHA
- 3 Tbsp double cream
- 1 Tbsp rhubarb syrup, we used Monin
- 1 tsp matcha powder
- 200 ml milk of your choice Ice
- FOR THE COCONUT COFFEE
  - 3 Tbsp double cream
  - 1 Tbsp cold brew
  - 200 ml coconut water
  - 1 tsp sugar syrup, we used Monin Ice

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Instructions

FOR THE TAHINI COFFEE
1 In a small jug, whisk the cream, tahini and honey to medium peaks.
2 Fill a glass with ice and iced coffee and top with the tahini cloud.
FOR THE RHUBARB MATCHA
1 In a small jug, whisk the cream and rhubarb syrup to medium peaks.
2 Add the matches powder to a glass. Add 1tbsp of the milk and whisk until smooth. Add the rest of the milk and ice, stir.
3 Top with the rhubarb cloud.
FOR THE COCONUT COFFEE
1 In a small jug, whisk the cream and the cold brew to medium peaks.
2 Pour the coconut water and sugar syrup into a glass. Stir. Add the ice.
3 Top with the cold brew cloud.

Notes

Try with plant-based milk for a vegan version.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Korean-inspired / Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 120 per serving
Fat: 2g