Blood Orange Cold Brew with Rosemary Sugar
A refreshing cold brew coffee with sweet blood orange and aromatic rosemary sugar
May 14, 2025
Looking for a unique twist on your cold brew? This Blood Orange Cold Brew with Rosemary Sugar combines bright citrus flavors with aromatic herbs and smooth coffee for a refreshing and sophisticated drink.
This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just combine your favorite medium-dark roast coffee with cold water, then add a splash of blood orange juice and top it with our easy homemade rosemary sugar. It's perfect for sunny mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of citrus and herb flavors
- Easy to prep ahead of time
- Naturally sweetened with fresh ingredients
- Refreshing and unique coffee experience
Blood Orange Cold Brew with Rosemary Sugar
A refreshing cold brew coffee with sweet blood orange and aromatic rosemary sugar
Cold Brew Coffee, Blood Orange, Rosemary Sugar, Iced Coffee, Citrus Coffee, Herb-Infused Coffee
Equipment
- Large jar or pitcher
- Coffee filter or fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Food processor
- Citrus juicer
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground coffee (medium-dark roast)
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 2 blood oranges
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 fresh rosemary sprigs
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine coarse ground coffee with cold water in a large jar. Stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated.
- Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight.
- For the rosemary sugar, pulse sugar and leaves from 1 rosemary sprig in a food processor until well combined.
- Strain cold brew through a coffee filter or fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
- Juice the blood oranges.
- For each serving, fill a glass with ice, add 1/2 cup cold brew concentrate, 2 tablespoons blood orange juice, and top with cold water.
- Garnish with rosemary sugar and a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Pro Tips
- **Cold brew concentrate** can be made up to 2 weeks ahead and stored in the fridge
- **Fresh blood oranges** work best, but regular oranges can be substituted when not in season
- **Make extra rosemary sugar** - it keeps well and can be used in other drinks
- **Strain twice** for the smoothest possible cold brew
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 19g, Vitamin C: 45mg, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT12H
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT12H15M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
