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 Youโ€™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

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

  1. Toast chopped pecans in a dry pan over medium heat until fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Let cool.
  2. Combine ground coffee and water in a large jar. Stir gently and refrigerate for 12 hours.
  3. Add toasted pecans to the coffee mixture for the last 2 hours of steeping.
  4. Strain coffee through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth.
  5. For the bourbon cream, whisk together heavy cream, bourbon, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt until slightly thickened.
  6. Fill glasses with ice, pour cold brew, and top with bourbon cream.
  7. 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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