Toasted Pecan Cold Brew with Bourbon Cream
A creamy cold brew with toasted pecans and a splash of bourbon-infused cream
May 12, 2025
Love cold brew coffee? This Toasted Pecan Cold Brew with Bourbon Cream takes your favorite drink to new heights. The nutty, toasted pecans add a rich warmth to smooth cold brew, while the bourbon-spiked cream brings a touch of indulgence.
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Start with your favorite medium-dark roast beans for cold brew, add house-made pecan syrup, and top it off with bourbon-infused cream. 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 nutty flavor from fresh-toasted pecans
- Super smooth cold brew base
- Customizable bourbon cream (can be made non-alcoholic)
- Make ahead friendly for easy serving
Toasted Pecan Cold Brew with Bourbon Cream
A creamy cold brew with toasted pecans and a splash of bourbon-infused cream
Cold Brew Coffee, Bourbon Cream, Pecan Coffee, Alcoholic Coffee, Iced Coffee
Equipment
- Large jar or pitcher
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Whisk
- Skillet for toasting pecans
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground coffee
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 oz bourbon
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Toast chopped pecans in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
- Combine ground coffee and water in a large jar. Stir gently and refrigerate for 12 hours.
- Add toasted pecans to the coffee mixture for the last 2 hours of steeping.
- Strain coffee through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
- For the bourbon cream, whisk together heavy cream, bourbon, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until slightly thickened.
- Fill glasses with ice, pour cold brew, and top with bourbon cream.
- Garnish with crushed toasted pecans if desired.
Pro Tips
- Toast pecans until fragrant but not burnt for best flavor
- Use coarse-ground coffee for cleaner cold brew
- Make the bourbon cream ahead and keep chilled
- Double strain the cold brew for extra smoothness
Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 12g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 22g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 65mg, Sodium: 45mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 8g, Calcium: 55mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT10M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT12H30M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
