A refreshing tropical cold brew that combines smooth coffee with creamy coconut milk and aromatic lemongrass. This make-ahead recipe creates a beautifully layered drink that’s perfect for hot days. The lemongrass adds a subtle citrusy fragrance while coconut milk provides richness without overwhelming the coffee’s natural flavors.
MethodCold Brew
Prep time15
Coffee80g
Water600ml
Grind sizeCoarse
Water tempRoom temperature
Preparation
- Prepare lemongrass: Bruise lemongrass stalks with the back of a knife and cut into 2-inch pieces
- Combine ingredients: In a large jar, mix coarse ground coffee with room temperature water
- Add aromatics: Add bruised lemongrass pieces to the coffee mixture
- Steep: Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours
- Strain: Filter through fine-mesh strainer, then coffee filter for clarity
- Prepare coconut layer: Mix coconut milk with simple syrup
Assembly
- Fill glasses with ice
- Pour cold brew concentrate to fill 2/3 of glass
- Slowly pour sweetened coconut milk over the back of a spoon to create layers
- Garnish with lemongrass stalk if desired