Lavender Citrus Cold Brew

Steps

1. Prepare aromatics: Zest the orange and lemon, avoiding the white pith. Set aside.
2. Combine dry ingredients: In your cold brew maker or large jar, add coarse ground coffee, dried lavender, and half of the citrus zest.
3. Add water: Pour room temperature filtered water over the coffee mixture, stirring gently to ensure all grounds are saturated.
4. Steep: Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours (or up to 24 hours for stronger flavor).
5. Strain: Filter through a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth or use your cold brew maker's filter.
6. Serve: Pour over ice and garnish with remaining fresh citrus zest. Dilute with water or milk if desired.

Pro Tips

• Use culinary-grade lavender only - avoid decorative varieties
• Start with less lavender (½ tsp) if you're sensitive to floral flavors
• The concentrate keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week
• Try adding a splash of vanilla simple syrup for extra sweetness
• For best results, use a medium roast coffee with citrus or floral tasting notes