I love a midday coffee. But since I’m currently in the dead heat of Summer, my typical hot cup of coffee just won’t do. Instead, I’m finding myself reaching for a glass of brown sugar cold brew coffee that I’m trilled to be sharing with you today. This coffee recipe is sweet and smooth, with hints of maple and vanilla. Just perfect for a hot day like today when you still want to feel a little cozy. Let’s get started!
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Why You’ll Love this Recipe:
Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee recipe is a delightful and practical choice for coffee lovers looking to enhance their morning routine or brunch experience. Here are a few reasons why you’ll love this recipe:
- Refreshing and Energizing: Cold brew coffee is smooth, less acidic, and more flavorful than traditional iced coffee, making it a refreshing and energizing drink perfect for hot summer days.
- Easy to Make: This recipe is straightforward and doesn’t require any special equipment. With a bit of planning and minimal effort, you can enjoy delicious cold brew coffee at home.
- Cost-Effective: Making cold brew at home is much more cost-effective than buying it from a coffee shop. Plus, you can make a large batch and enjoy it throughout the week.
Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee Ingredients:
If you are a regular coffee drinker, more than likely you have all of these ingredients on hand. If not, they are all easily accessible at your local grocery store.
- Coarsely Ground Coffee Beans: You can purchase coffee pre-ground or grind the coffee beans yourself with a coffee grinder. Lately I have been grinding my own coffee beans because the aroma and taste of freshly ground coffee beans is such a delight. Grinding your own coffee beans will surely enhance the flavor. Here is a link to the KitchenAid coffee grinder that I use.
- Cold Filtered Water: Will be used to steep the coffee grounds in and to make a brown sugar syrup.
- Brown Sugar, Maple Syrup & Vanilla Extract: These ingredients will be used to sweeten and enhance the flavor of the beverage. The maple syrup and vanilla extract are optional.
- Milk, Cream or Half & Half: Use your usual go to option.
- Ice Cubes
How to Make Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee
Making cold brew coffee takes a bit of prep work and patience since the coffee needs some time to brew and chill in the refrigerator. Luckily, the final results are definitely worth the wait!
Make the Cold Brew Coffee
- Combine Coffee and Water: In a large jar or pitcher, add the coarsely ground coffee beans. Then pour in 4 cups of cold water. Ensure all the coffee grounds are saturated.
- Stir & Steep: Give the mixture a good stir, then cover the jar or pitcher. Place in the refrigerator for 12–24 hours. The longer the coffee steeps, the stronger the coffee will be.
- Strain the Coffee: After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine-mesh seive lined with a coffee filter or cheesecloth to remove the coffee grounds. Transfer the strained cold brew into a clean jar or pitcher.
Make the Brown Sugar, Maple Syrup
- Combine Brown Sugar and Water: In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and 1/2 cup of water.
- Heat and Dissolve: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and stir until combined.
- Cool: Remove from the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Assemble the Brown Sugar Cold Brew
- Fill Glass: Fill a clean tall glass with ice cubes.
- Add Syrup: Pour in 2-3 tablespoons of the brown sugar maple syrup. Adjust the amount to your preferred sweetness level.
- Add Coffee: Pour the cold brew coffee over the ice. Leave room in the glass to add milk or cream if using.
- Add Milk or Cream: Add a splash of milk or cream to give the coffee a creamier texture. For a frothed topped, pour 2-3 tablespoons of milk or cream in a small cup. Use a handheld frother wand to froth. Then pour over the top of the coffee.
Stir and Enjoy: Give your coffee a good stir, and enjoy your delightful Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee!
Cold Brew Tips
- Use Coarse Grounds: Always use coarsely ground coffee beans for cold brew to prevent over-extraction and bitterness.
- Quality Beans Matter: Since cold brew highlights the coffee’s natural flavors, using high-quality, freshly roasted beans will make a significant difference in taste.
- How to Store: Cold brew coffee can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week, making it perfect for a quick and easy morning drink.
- Cold Brew Variations: A dash of cinnamon or a pumpkin spice mix can be added to the brown sugar syrup for a different flavor profile to pair with the various seasons.
I hope you enjoy making and sipping this delightful Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee. It’s a perfect way to stay cool and energized during these hot summer days. Let me know how it turns out in the comments below!
Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee beans
- 4 1/2 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1-2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Milk or cream
- Ice cubes
Instructions
Make the Cold Brew Coffee
- Combine Coffee and Water: In a large jar or pitcher, add the coarsely ground coffee beans. Then pour in 4 cups of cold water. Ensure all the coffee grounds are saturated.
- Stir & Steep: Give the mixture a good stir, then cover the jar or pitcher. Place in the refrigerator for 12–24 hours. The longer the coffee steeps, the stronger the coffee will be.
- Strain the Coffee: After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine-mesh seive lined with a coffee filter or cheesecloth to remove the coffee grounds. Transfer the strained cold brew into a clean jar or pitcher.
Make the Brown Sugar, Maple Syrup
- Combine Brown Sugar and Water: In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar and 1/2 cup of water.
- Heat and Dissolve: Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract and stir until combined.
- Cool: Remove from the saucepan from the heat and let the syrup cool to room temperature.
Assemble the Brown Sugar Cold Brew
- Fill Glass: Fill a clean tall glass with ice cubes.
- Add Syrup: Pour in 2-3 tablespoons of the brown sugar maple syrup. Adjust the amount to your preferred sweetness level.
- Add Coffee: Pour the cold brew coffee over the ice. Leave room in the glass to add milk or cream if using.
- Add Milk or Cream: Add a splash of milk or cream to give the coffee a creamier texture. For a frothed topped, pour 2-3 tablespoons of milk or cream in a small cup. Use a handheld frother to froth. Then pour over the top of the coffee.
- Stir and Enjoy: Give your coffee a good stir, and enjoy your delightful Brown Sugar Cold Brew Coffee!
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