Spiced Cold Brew Coffee

Welcome to a delightful twist on your usual coffee routine! Today, we are going to make Spiced Cold Brew Coffee, a recipe by Painted Spoon that's perfect for those looking for a unique twist to their caffeine fix. This brew is excellent for those who prefer a sugar-free option, can be poured over rice for a refreshing drink, or used as a base for sorbet and gelato. Let's get started on creating this flavorful cold brew!

Ingredients:

- 100g lightly roasted coffee beans

- 2 star anise pods

- 3 allspice berries

- 3 cloves

- 5g Ceylon cinnamon stick

- 1 liter (4 cups) of cold water

- 25g ground sarsaparilla root

Equipment:

- Coffee grinder

- 2-liter wide-mouth Mason jar

- Tight-fitting lid for the jar

- Fine mesh sieve

- Storage container with a lid for the refrigerator

Instructions:

1. Begin by coarsely grinding your 100g of lightly roasted coffee beans.

2. Combine the ground coffee with the 2 star anise pods, 3 allspice berries, 3 cloves, and 5g Ceylon cinnamon stick.

3. Place the mixture into a 2-liter wide-mouth Mason jar.

4. Pour 1 liter (or 4 cups) of cold water over the coffee and spice mixture.

5. Add 25g of ground sarsaparilla root to the jar for its wintergreen flavor.

6. Secure the jar with a tight-fitting lid and give it a gentle shake to combine all the ingredients.

7. Refrigerate the jar and allow the mixture to brew for approximately 20 hours.

8. After brewing, strain the coffee through a fine mesh sieve without disturbing the sediment that has collected at the bottom of the jar.

9. Transfer the strained cold brew coffee to a storage container, and keep it refrigerated with the lid on.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 hours (brewing time)

Total Time: 20 hours, 15 minutes

Servings: This recipe yields approximately 750ml (or 3 cups) of Spiced Cold Brew Coffee.

Cooking Tips:

- To fine-tune your cold brew strength, you can adjust the brewing time. Shorter brewing times result in a milder flavor.

- Stirring the grounds during the brewing process may result in a cloudy brew; it's best to avoid agitating the mixture too much.

- This cold brew is versatile and can be served simply over ice, or with a splash of milk or sweetener, according to your preference.

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A special thanks to Painted Spoon for sharing this innovative and easy-to-make recipe. For more creative culinary delights, be sure to visit their YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@PaintedSpoon

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Spiced Cold Brew