Forest Berry Cold Brew with Juniper Syrup

A refreshing cold brew coffee with sweet forest berries and aromatic juniper

Looking for a unique summer refresher? This Forest Berry Cold Brew combines smooth coffee with sweet mixed berries and a hint of juniper for an exciting woodland-inspired drink that'll wake up your taste buds!

This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just steep your favorite medium-dark roast coffee overnight, then mix it with our homemade juniper syrup and a blend of forest berry puree. It's perfect for hot summer days or when you want something different from your usual iced coffee.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:

Unique forest-inspired flavor combination
Super refreshing for warm days
Make ahead friendly - prep everything the night before
Naturally sweetened with real berries

Forest Berry Cold Brew with Juniper Syrup

A refreshing cold brew coffee with sweet forest berries and aromatic juniper

Cold Brew Coffee, Forest Berry Coffee, Juniper Syrup, Iced Coffee, Summer Drinks, Berry Coffee

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Equipment

Large jar or pitcher
Fine-mesh sieve
Cheesecloth
Blender
Small saucepan
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

1 cup coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups cold filtered water
1 cup mixed forest berries (blackberries, blueberries, raspberries)
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
6 juniper berries, lightly crushed
Ice cubes for serving

Instructions

**For the cold brew:** Combine ground coffee with 4 cups cold water in a large jar. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate for 12 hours.
**For the juniper syrup:** Combine water, sugar, and crushed juniper berries in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 minutes. Strain and cool completely.
**For the berry puree:** Blend berries until smooth, strain if desired.
**To assemble:** Strain the cold brew twice through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
In each glass, combine 3/4 cup cold brew, 2 tablespoons juniper syrup, and 2 tablespoons berry puree.
Add ice and stir well. Garnish with fresh berries if desired.

Pro Tips

Use coarsely ground coffee for the best cold brew results
Make the juniper syrup ahead and store it for up to 2 weeks
Fresh or frozen berries work equally well - just thaw frozen ones first
Strain the cold brew twice for the smoothest result

Calories: 125kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin C: 15mg, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.5mg

Iced

Healthy

Beverage

Drink

American