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    Home » Recipes » Drinks

    Cardamom Cold Brew Iced Coffee

    Published: Aug 14, 2015 · Modified: Feb 16, 2020 by Kate Hackworthy · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    You will love the aromatic flavor of Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee! It's easy to make and tastes delicious.

    An iced latte in front of brewed coffee.

    Have you tried cold brew coffee yet? It's been a huge trend for a little while now and as a massive coffee fan I've been keen to try it out.

    Cold brewing is nothing new. This trend originated in Japan hundreds of years ago, but is seeing a massive resurgence in popularity. There has been a lot of talk about cold brewing in America but until recently, cold brewers have been quite hard to get hold of in the UK. Now Oxo has brought it to the mass market.

    So what is the difference to the usual hot method of making coffee? With cold brewing, the coffee grounds are steeped in cold water for 12 hours or overnight, which creates a concentrated coffee that can be stored in the fridge and then diluted using hot or cold water or milk. This method is gentle, which creates a less acidic and more aromatic taste. By reducing the coffee's bitterness, the true flavours of the coffee can shine through.

    How do you make cold brew coffee?

    1. Let ground coffee steep in cold water overnight
    2. Add any desired flavourings (cardamom, cinnamon, vanilla etc...)
    3. Collect the concentrated liquid.
    4. Enjoy with your favourite milk

    Oxo Cold Brew Coffee Maker

    Oxo's new cold brew coffee maker makes it as straightforward as possible. The gadget, which packs away quite compactly, can sit on your countertop steeping overnight, then you flip the switch and it flows into the fabulously scientific looking beaker. You pop the lid on and store the beaker of coffee concentrate in the fridge and add a lid full to each cup of cold or hot coffee you want to make. Each brew makes about 13 drinks.

    An exciting part of cold brewing coffee is that you can customise it with flavours! I added five crushed cardamom pods to this batch to give it a delicate aroma. You can add all sorts of flavourings - orange peels (great way to use up food waste before composting it!), cinnamon, vanilla pods, lavender, chocolate... so many options. You can also make cold brew tea - that's next on my list to explore.

    Here's a brew in action:

    Collage of pictures of making coffee.

    How to use the Oxo Cold Brew Coffee Maker

    1 - Add 284g of ground coffee (and optional flavourings)
    2 - Pour in 1.2L of cold water
    3 - Wait for 12-24 hours
    4 - Flip the switch and release coffee concentrate into the beaker
    5 - Store in the fridge
    6 - Use coffee concentrate, topped up with hot or cold water or milk to a ratio of 1:3

    The only confusing part is that if you are using freshly ground coffee, you just add a little water to start and the coffee will 'bloom' (bubble a bit). Wait for that to stop and then finish adding the rest of the water.

    Get the recipe for Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee

    A glass of iced coffee in front of a carafe of coffee.

    Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee

    Kate Hackworthy | Veggie Desserts
    You will love the aromatic flavor of Cardamom Cold Brew Coffee! It's easy to make and tastes delicious.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 33 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 60 ml concentrated cold brew coffee batch infused with 5 crushed cardamom pods
    • 180 ml milk dairy or non-dairy
    • 1 teaspoon agave nectar or honey
    • ice

    Instructions
     

    • Make the cold brew coffee according to your brewer's instructions. Before pouring water over the coffee grounds, add 5 crushed cardamom pods.
    • Fill a tall glass with ice, add the coffee, milk and honey and stir.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 33kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 20mgPotassium: 59mgSugar: 4gVitamin A: 73IUCalcium: 51mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and can vary depending on several factors, so is not guaranteed to be accurate. Please see a registered dietician for special diet advice.

    Tried this recipe?Mention @kateveggiedesserts or tag #veggiedesserts! I love seeing your recreations.

     

     

    Disclosure: Oxo Good Grips sent me a Cold Brew Coffee Maker (RRP £45) to try out. No payment was given and a positive review was not expected. All opinions are my own.

     

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    1. Emily

      September 08, 2015 at 10:30 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous coffee! Made this for my coffee mad husband.

      Reply
    2. nadiashealthykitchen

      August 20, 2015 at 12:48 pm

      I'm absolutely obsessed with cardamom, it's my favourite spice (along with cinnamon) I usually add it to black tea and I use cardamom powder instead of whole pods for ease of use.

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      • Kate Hackworthy

        August 21, 2015 at 9:10 am

        Oooh, I have to try cardamom with tea! I tend to grind my own as it doesn't take long and I find that pre-ground tends to lose the aroma. Perhaps you've found a better brand than I've tried!

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    3. Anca

      August 17, 2015 at 10:16 am

      I like coffee with cardamom, it gives it an wonderful flavour.

      Reply
    4. nazima

      August 16, 2015 at 9:29 pm

      love this recipe Kate! really nice flavour combination.

      Reply
    5. peter @feedyoursoultoo

      August 15, 2015 at 2:25 pm

      Love a good cup of coffee to start the day. Simple and good recipe.

      Reply
    6. Joanne T Ferguson

      August 15, 2015 at 10:34 am

      I am a big coffee lover and find your post today really interesting! Pinned and shared!

      Reply
    7. superfitbabe

      August 15, 2015 at 3:59 am

      YUM--not a big coffee person, but this looks lovely!

      Reply
    8. Camilla

      August 14, 2015 at 11:44 pm

      I don't drink coffee but I love it in desserts so could get my hubby to drink this and then use the remainder for something yummy:-)

      Reply
    9. gingey bites

      August 14, 2015 at 8:20 pm

      This looks great, and always nice to find a new blog to follow too!

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        August 14, 2015 at 8:54 pm

        Thanks! It tastes rather amazing, too 🙂

        Reply
    10. familyfriendsfoodblog

      August 14, 2015 at 4:16 pm

      I love the styling of the jug/beaker! Like something from a laboratory! I haven't drunk coffee for years but I do sometimes make a spiced coffee ice-cream - your cardamom infused coffee concentrate would be perfect for that!

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        August 14, 2015 at 8:53 pm

        Oooh, spiced coffee ice cream sounds lovely!

        Reply
    11. Janice (@FarmersgirlCook)

      August 14, 2015 at 3:29 pm

      I find this whole cold brew coffee thing fascinating and love the look of the oxo good grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker. Great idea to add cardamom.

      Reply
      • Kate Hackworthy

        August 14, 2015 at 8:49 pm

        It really is an interesting and lovely way to make coffee. Patience is rewarded 🙂

        Reply

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