Brew 1 cup of strong coffee or espresso and let it cool
Add 1 to 2 cups of ice to a blender
Pour in the cooled coffee
Add 1 cup of milk
Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of sugar or sweetener
Add 2 to 4 tablespoons of chocolate syrup or caramel syrup if desired
Add 1 to 2 cups of ice cream or frozen whipped cream if desired
Blend until smooth and frothy
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed
Pour into a glass
Top with whipped cream if desired
Drizzle with syrup if desired