I love a rich and creamy cold drink on a hot afternoon. What could be better than this delicious Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee.
This is such an easy recipe to make and can be stored in the fridge for a delicious and refreshing treat anytime!
Like A Coffee Shop Treat
I used to love getting a coffee at a coffee shop as a treat, but more and more, in true introvert fashion, I prefer to just make it at home. It saves money and it is just a good or better than buying fancy coffee.
If you buy reasonably good quality whole bean coffee and grind it your self the flavor is excellent! Add a few simple ingredients and you have a delectable drink!
Delicious Flavors
This cold brew coffee combines the traditional flavor of vanilla with the more exotic flavor of cardamom for a delightful blend.
The best way to get a balanced flavor is to brew the cardamom pods right with the coffee, although you can add ground cardamom to the finished brew instead.
How to Make Cardamom Vanilla Cold Brew Coffee that is Better than a Coffee Shop
For 1 quart of cold brew coffee:
- 3/4 cup coursely ground coffee
- 2 whole cardamom pods or 1/4 tsp. ground cardomom
- 4 cups cool water
For 1 glass of finished coffee:
- cold brewed coffee
- water
- maple syrup
- vanilla exract
- half and half or cream
- ice
Helpful equipment to have:
- 1/2 gallon jar with lid
- 1 quart jar with lid
- Wide mouth funnel
- Strainer
Instructions
Day 1
Place 3/4 cup coursely ground coffee and the cardomon pods in a large jar. Add 4 cups of cool water. Cover, and let sit for 12-15 hours.
Day 2
Strain the coffee grounds out by pouring through a wire mesh strainer. Store the coffee in a quart jar in the fridge for up to a week.
Making the Finished Coffee Drink:
Fill a glass half full of cold brew coffee. Add a splash of vanilla extract and maple syrup to taste. I use about a half teaspoon. Stir well. Add ice cubes and fill up with cold water leaving enough room at the top for half and half or cream if desired.
Enjoying the Coffee
This is perfect for enjoying on a hot afternoon or even taking along on a trip to the beach! Having a batch of concentrate in the fridge is also perfect for making quick coffee treats for unexpected guests! The concentrate will last for about a week in the fridge.
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Let me know in the comments if you try this!
How to Make Vanilla Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee
Course: UncategorizedDifficulty: Easy8
servings10
minutes5
minutesIngredients
- For the Concentrate:
3/4 cup coursely ground coffee
2 whole cardamom pods or 1/4 tsp. ground cardamom
4 cups cool water
- For 1 glass of finished coffee
1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
1/2 cup water
1/2 – 1 tsp. maple syrup
dash vanilla extract
half and half or cream
ice
Directions
- Day 1
- Place 3/4 cup coursely ground coffee and the cardomon pods in a large jar. Add 4 cups of cool water. Cover, and let sit for 12-15 hours.
- Day 2
- Strain the coffee grounds out by pouring through a wire mesh strainer. Store the coffee in a quart jar in the fridge for up to a week.
- Fill a glass half full of cold brew coffee. Add a splash of vanilla extract and maple syrup to taste. I use about a half teaspoon. Stir well. Add ice cubes and fill up with cold water leaving enough room at the top for half and half or cream if desired.
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