Begin by taking a heat-safe glass and combining in it 1 tablespoon of pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon of light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, ¼ teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Stir these ingredients together until you see the sugars dissolve, creating a sweet, fragrant mixture that resembles a warming syrup.

Next, brew 2 ounces of espresso directly into the glass containing your sweet blend. As the espresso hits the mixture, stir it gently until fully combined and frothy—this should take about 30 seconds.

While your espresso cools slightly, fill a 20 or 24-ounce cup with fresh ice. The ice should fill the cup about halfway.

Once your ice is ready, pour in 6 to 8 ounces of milk, depending on how strong you prefer your coffee flavor.

Now, pour the espresso mixture over the ice and milk carefully, allowing the layers to form.

To savor every bit, give it a gentle stir with a straw, or you can leave it layered for a more visual treat. Serve it immediately.