Method
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<h2>Cold Brew Base</h2>
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<ol><li>Combine coarse ground coffee with room temperature filtered water in a jar</li><li>Stir gently and steep for 12 hours at room temperature</li><li>Strain through fine mesh strainer and coffee filter</li></ol>
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<h2>Matcha Layer</h2>
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<ol><li>Sift matcha powder into a bowl</li><li>Add hot water (175°F) and whisk vigorously until frothy</li><li>Let cool to room temperature</li></ol>
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<h2>Assembly</h2>
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<ol><li>Fill glasses with ice</li><li>Pour cold brew concentrate until glasses are 2/3 full</li><li>Mix matcha with milk and simple syrup</li><li>Slowly pour matcha mixture over the back of a spoon to create layers</li><li>Sprinkle black sesame seeds on top for the "meteorite" effect</li></ol>
Barista note: Taste before adjusting — a small change in grind, dose, ratio, or time usually makes the biggest difference.
