Maple Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cold Brew Elixir
A smooth cold brew with rich maple and bourbon flavors, perfect for coffee lovers
June 10, 2025
Love bourbon and coffee? This Maple Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cold Brew combines smooth cold brew coffee with the warmth of bourbon and the sweetness of pure maple syrup. It's like having dessert in your coffee cup, but with a grown-up twist!
This recipe uses coarse-ground dark roast coffee that's been aged with bourbon-soaked oak chips, creating deep flavors that blend perfectly with real maple syrup. It's super easy to make ahead and perfect for weekend brunches or as an after-dinner treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Rich bourbon barrel flavors without too much alcohol
- Make-ahead friendly - stays fresh for up to a week
- Perfect balance of sweet maple and coffee
- Great for entertaining or special occasions
Maple Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cold Brew Elixir
A smooth cold brew with rich maple and bourbon flavors, perfect for coffee lovers
Cold Brew Coffee, Bourbon Coffee, Maple Coffee, Barrel-Aged Coffee, Alcoholic Coffee, Craft Coffee
Equipment
- Large glass jar
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground dark roast coffee
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 oz bourbon-soaked oak chips
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 oz bourbon (optional)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine ground coffee and bourbon-soaked oak chips in a large jar
- Add filtered water and stir gently
- Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth
- Stir in maple syrup and bourbon (if using)
- Serve over ice and adjust sweetness to taste
Pro Tips
- Use grade A dark maple syrup for the richest flavor
- Store bourbon-soaked oak chips in an airtight container for future batches
- Cold brew can be made up to 7 days ahead
- For a non-alcoholic version, use bourbon barrel-aged coffee beans instead
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 62mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT12H
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT12H20M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
