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Rosemary Citrus Cold Brew
A refreshing cold brew infused with fresh rosemary and bright citrus notes. This aromatic coffee combines earthy herbal flavors with zesty orange and lemon, creating a sophisticated and invigorating drink perfect for warm days. The slow extraction process allows the botanicals to meld beautifully with the coffee.
780 min
4 servings
Cold Brew
Instructions
- Combine coarsely ground coffee with cold filtered water in a large jar or cold brew maker.
- Gently bruise rosemary sprigs by rolling with a rolling pin or muddling lightly to release oils.
- Add bruised rosemary sprigs, orange zest, and lemon zest to the coffee mixture.
- Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cover and steep at room temperature for 12-16 hours.
- Strain mixture through fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or coffee filter, pressing gently on solids.
- Strain again through clean filter for clearest result.
- Serve over ice in tall glasses, garnish with orange slice and fresh rosemary sprig.
- Store remaining cold brew in refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Pro Tips
Don't over-muddle the rosemary or it will become bitter - just bruise it lightly. Use organic citrus for zesting to avoid pesticides. The cold brew concentrate can be diluted with water or milk to taste. For best flavor, use the cold brew within 3-4 days. Try adding a splash of sparkling water for a refreshing twist.
Recipe Details
Coffee Amount:80g
Water Amount:600ml
Grind Size:Coarse
Water Temp:Room temperature
Prep Time:15 min
Ingredients
- coarsely ground coffee - 80g
- cold filtered water - 600ml
- fresh rosemary sprigs - 3 sprigs
- orange zest - 2 tbsp
- lemon zest - 1 tbsp
- ice cubes - as needed
- orange slices - 4 slices
- fresh rosemary sprigs - 4 small sprigs
Equipment Needed
- large jar or cold brew maker
- fine-mesh sieve
- cheesecloth or coffee filter
- zester or microplane
- rolling pin or muddler (optional)