Alpine Chestnut French Press with Pine Honey
A cozy mountain-inspired coffee with sweet chestnut and pine honey flavors
May 13, 2025
Looking for a taste of the Alps in your coffee cup? This mountain-inspired French press coffee combines the rich flavors of roasted chestnuts with the unique sweetness of pine honey, creating a drink that's both comforting and adventurous.
This warming brew comes together easily with just a few special ingredients. Using a medium-dark roast coffee as your base, the natural nuttiness pairs perfectly with chestnut syrup and pure pine honey. It's ideal for cold winter mornings or après-ski moments at home.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover the magic of Alpine flavors in your daily coffee!
- Unique mountain-inspired flavor combination
- Uses special pine honey for distinct sweetness
- Perfect for cold weather sipping
- Simple to make with just a French press
Alpine Chestnut French Press with Pine Honey
A cozy mountain-inspired coffee with sweet chestnut and pine honey flavors
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Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Water kettle
- Coffee measuring spoon
- Serving cups
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 16 oz filtered water
- 2 tablespoons chestnut syrup
- 2 teaspoons pine honey
- Whipped cream for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat filtered water to 200°F (93°C)
- Add coarsely ground coffee to your French press
- Pour hot water over the grounds and stir gently
- Place the plunger on top and let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Add 1 tablespoon chestnut syrup and 1 teaspoon pine honey to each cup
- Pour the hot coffee into cups and stir to combine
- Top with whipped cream if desired
Pro Tips
- Use filtered water heated to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
- Let the coffee steep for exactly 4 minutes for the best flavor balance
- Warm your serving cups beforehand to maintain the perfect temperature
- Look for authentic pine honey from mountain regions for the most authentic taste
Calories: 145kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 31g, Calcium: 25mg, Potassium: 116mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
