Easy Iced Cappaccino with Maxwell House International (And a Giveaway!)

I’ve always said that Alexis will change the world, but it wasn’t until recently that I realized she already has. She has single-handedly managed to turn my world upside-down, and not just because she’s a small human that I’m responsible for raising.

She turned me into a coffee drinker.

All by herself.

I never liked the stuff before she came along, but when I returned to work after she was born, desperation struck. She Who Doesn’t Believe in Sleep drove me to considering new options in my attempts to stay awake and coherent. Once I found one coffee drink that I liked, I was standing atop a slippery slope. Since then, I have fallen into the abyss of NEEEED. I NEEEEEED COFFEE.

Funny how finding out I would have another small human to care for screwed that all up. I’m an all-or-nothing person, apparently, so I have completely given up caffeine while pregnant. I have tried a few decaf options at my favorite coffee shop and with my favorite make-at-home brew, but I didn’t like anything. Or, more precisely, the Tiny Human objected to the idea.

You guys, I tried a decaf pumpkin spice thing and wanted to hurl. The Tiny Human has ruined me.

So, I gave up coffee.

Fortunately, I’m not all that good at giving up. Even more fortunately, I was sent some samples of Maxwell House International.

COFFEE IS BACK IN MY LIFE, YOU GUYS!

It turns out that the Tiny Human does not object to plain decaf coffee with a few spoonsful of Maxwell House International Sugar-free Decaf French Vanilla Café stirred in, just like you would creamer. Not only is there no objection, it actually tastes really amazing! In honor of Valentine's Day, Maxwell House International would like to encourage us all to try something new by adding some Maxwell House International to add a little romance to plain old coffee. Seriously, it's delicious, like adding a creamer, but without all of the heaviness.

But wait. THERE’S MORE.

You guys, iced cappuccinos are back in my life. HOORAY!

Here’s the recipe I have been using. It makes a magnificent cappuccino in no time.

Iced Cappuccino

2 teaspoons Maxwell House International (Suisse Mocha is my favorite)
1/2 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons warm water
Ice
6 ounces milk

1. Find a sealable container. Trust me on this, you need to do some moving and shaking and a coffee cup with a lid won’t cut it. Don’t ask how I know.
2. Throw the Maxwell House International, sugar, and warm water in your container. Now shake, shake, shake until everything is frothy.
3. Fill your cup with ice and pour the frothy stuff on top.
4. Add milk.
5. Adjust to taste as needed. For example, if I’m using French Vanilla Café, I might add a bit more sugar.

If you want to give this magical concoction a try, Maxwell House International is here to help. They are offering samples and coupons. Just run over here and request one, but hurry! Supplies are limited! 

To add another level of fun, BlogHer and Maxwell House International have joined forces for a sweepstakes. I have a $100 Visa gift card up for grabs. Just tell me your favorite flavored coffee drink in the comments below and you’ll be entered to win. There are several to try, including French Vanilla, Vanilla Nut, Hazelnut, Suisse Mocha, Vanilla Caramel, and Café Vienna.

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This giveaway is open to US Residents age 18 or older. Winner  will be selected via random draw, and will be notified by e-mail. You have 72 hours to get back to me, otherwise a new winner will be selected.

The Official Rules are available here.

This sweepstakes runs from 2/12/14 - 3/24/14.

Be sure to visit the Maxwell House International Page on BlogHer.com where you can read other bloggers’ reviews and find more chances to win!

Comments

[Kobi Hensley]

Vanilla Carmel ♥ Heavenly!!

[Laura P.]

I really like the French Vanilla but would love to try Vanilla Nut or Hazelnut.

[Betty C]

I don't normally add anything to my coffee but the idea of an iced cappuccino sounds pretty good. I'd like to try the Suisse Mocha.

[Betty C]

Tweet - https://twitter.com/willitara/status/447829715366068224

[Katherine Kavouris]

I have tried them all, but my favorite is HAZELNUT.

[Mary Cloud]

I'd want to try the Cafe Vienna
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[Samantha Daleo]

My favorite coffee drink is probably just a plain cup with creamer the way my husband makes it. However, I would love to try the Vanilla Caramel flavor! That sounds delicious!

[Samantha Daleo]

TWEET!

https://twitter.com/samdaleo/status/447845559722733568

[kathy pease]

I love the French Vanilla yummy :)

[kathy pease]

https://twitter.com/klp1965/status/447850040329908225

[Lorena Keech]

Hazelnut is my favorite.

[erica best]

Vanilla Caramel

[erica best]

https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/447869952570060800

[CharityS]

Hazelnut is my favorite.

[CharityS]

http://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/447885338829025280

[Shannon Baas]

I like the vanilla caramel.

[Karrie Millheim]

Thats funny i just seen this blog post. I just went and bought my favorite flavor just now and its French Vanilla..so yummy

[Tabathia B]

I want to try the hazelnut

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[Tabathia B]

https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/447901101849714688

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[ger]

My favorite is Pumpkin Spice!

[Jeremy]

I'd like to try French Vanilla! bikeohio2010ATgmailDOTcom

[Jeremy]

I'd like to try French Vanilla! bikeohio2010ATgmailDOTcom

[Jeremy]

I'd like to try French Vanilla! bikeohio2010ATgmailDOTcom

[Lee]

I'd like to try Hazelnut flavor.

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[Lee]

tweeted at
https://twitter.com/leedhowell/status/447930273989410817

[Eugenie]

I'd try the Vanilla Nut.

[Lisa]

I like French Vanilla.

[Kimberley Meier]

I'm addicted to McDonald's Mocha Frappe's! I have to have at least one a day.

[Kimberley Meier]

Tweeted: https://twitter.com/MRSMEIER5627/status/447960870060957696

[Ashley Tucker]

French Vanilla is my favorite

[Ashley Tucker]

https://twitter.com/ajoy1332/status/447968930523385859

[Mya Murphy]

Vanilla Caramel!!

[Mya Murphy]

Tweet!! https://twitter.com/mya98604/status/447969968223576064

[Rebecca L]

I love a good ol' Mocha.

[Rebecca L]

https://twitter.com/cyph0r/status/447974325237604352

[William W.]

I have to admit, I DO have a "sweet tooth"! I enjoy the smooth flavor of Vanilla. It goes with so many things! Hot (for winter) and Cold (for summer), this is always a treat! :D

[tracey byram]

I like Cafe Vienna.

[Harmony B]

Would love to try the Suiss Mocha

[Barbara S]

Suisse Mocha

[Barbara S]

https://twitter.com/wikichoco/status/448061855605329921

[jamie hamilton]

I'm not into flavored coffees. I like coffee dark.

[Nadine L]

I would go with the Suisse Mocha, not a huge flavored coffee fan, but I do love all things Mocha

[Nadine L]

I tweeted https://twitter.com/2BeFitBy50/status/448075961851211776

[Tanya B]

Suisse Mocha

[Jo Gutierrez]

Hazelnut Cafe

[JoAnn F]

My favorite is mocha.
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[Tim Moss]

French Vanilla.

[Amanda Sakovitz]

I would like to try French Vanilla.

[Amanda Sakovitz]

https://twitter.com/aes529/status/448115470764617728

[susan smoaks]

Hazelnut is my favorite flavored coffee. I can't wait to try all of these.