Cold-brewed coffee is delicious and less bitter than traditional, hot water brewed coffee. This simple recipe includes the medicinal benefits of spices with the addition of cinnamon and cardamom. You will save time and money by making your own cold brew; an alternative to expensive take-out coffee for busy weekday mornings.
Cold Brew Coffee Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder-optional
- 1 teaspoon cardamom powder-optional
- Almond milk or half and half, or whole milk (optional)
- Honey or raw sugar, or maple syrup to taste (optional)
Instructions
- Place the coarsely ground beans and spices in a 1-quart jar.
- Fill the jar with 4 cups filtered water, stirring well. Put lid on jar and refrigerate for 24 hours.
- Strain the coffee and spices through a coffee filter in a strainer or several layers of cheesecloth. This creates a cold brew concentrate that will last for a week refrigerated.
- When ready to drink, mix 1 part coffee concentrate with 2 parts filtered water or almond milk, half and half, or whole milk.
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Kristen Coffield
I am a passionate advocate for food as medicine, life navigator and culinary coach. This is my space for sharing what excites, inspires and motivates me to live my best life. It began as a recipe blog for nourishing, simple, weekday meals and has become something much bigger… a guide to resilient wellness. I am excited to share my knowledge of how daily habits can cumulatively help you to live like you mean it and age like you want to.
