Salted Miso Caramel Cold Brew

A creamy cold brew with sweet caramel and umami-rich miso for an amazing twist

Love cold brew but craving something different? This Salted Miso Caramel Cold Brew combines smooth coffee with rich caramel and a hint of umami from miso paste. It's a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and complex flavors that'll make your taste buds dance!

This creative drink is super simple to whip up at home. Just mix your favorite dark roast cold brew with homemade miso caramel syrup. The miso adds an amazing depth that regular caramel drinks just can't match. Perfect for hot summer days or whenever you need a coffee adventure!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

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

Unique umami twist on classic caramel coffee
Easy to make ahead and enjoy all week
Perfectly balanced sweet and salty flavors
Customizable sweetness levels

Salted Miso Caramel Cold Brew

A creamy cold brew with sweet caramel and umami-rich miso for an amazing twist

Cold Brew Coffee, Miso Caramel, Japanese Coffee, Iced Coffee, Specialty Coffee, Fusion Drinks

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Equipment

Saucepan
Whisk
Tall glasses
Measuring cups and spoons
Storage container for syrup

Ingredients

2 cups cold brew coffee
3 tablespoons miso caramel syrup
1/2 cup whole milk or non-dairy alternative
Ice cubes
**For the miso caramel syrup:**
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons white miso paste
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions

**Make the miso caramel syrup:**
1. Combine sugar and water in a saucepan over medium heat
2. Cook without stirring until amber colored (about 8 minutes)
3. Remove from heat and carefully whisk in cream
4. Add miso paste and salt, whisk until smooth
5. Let cool completely
**Assemble the drink:**
1. Fill two tall glasses with ice
2. Pour 1 cup cold brew into each glass
3. Add 1.5 tablespoons miso caramel syrup to each
4. Top with milk and stir well

Pro Tips

Use white miso paste for a milder umami flavor
Make the miso caramel syrup in advance and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
Choose a dark roast coffee for the cold brew to stand up to the strong caramel flavors
Adjust the amount of miso to taste - start with less and add more if needed

Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 25mg, Sodium: 380mg, Potassium: 150mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 26g, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 1mg

Iced

Beverage

Drink

Japanese