Winter Forest Pine Cold Brew with Rosemary Sugar

A refreshing cold brew with woodsy pine and aromatic rosemary sugar for a forest-inspired twist

Looking for a coffee experience that brings the winter forest to your cup? This unique cold brew combines smooth coffee with subtle pine notes and a sweet rosemary sugar that'll transport you to a crisp morning walk in the woods.

This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that's cold brewed for 16 hours, then enhanced with a homemade pine-rosemary syrup. The result is refreshing and complex, perfect for those who love exploring new coffee flavors. Great for winter mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This forest-inspired coffee brings something totally new to your daily brew!

Natural botanical flavors from real pine needles and fresh rosemary
Easy to prep ahead - make a batch for the whole week
Uniquely refreshing taste that's perfect for winter
Customizable sweetness with the rosemary sugar

Winter Forest Pine Cold Brew with Rosemary Sugar

A refreshing cold brew with woodsy pine and aromatic rosemary sugar for a forest-inspired twist

Cold Brew Coffee, Pine Coffee, Rosemary Sugar, Winter Coffee, Botanical Coffee, Forest Coffee

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Equipment

Large glass jar
Coffee filter
Fine-mesh strainer
Small saucepan
Airtight container for syrup storage

Ingredients

1 cup coarse ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups filtered water
1/4 cup fresh pine needles (from edible varieties)
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water (for syrup)

Instructions

Combine coarse ground coffee with 4 cups cold filtered water in a large jar
Cover and refrigerate for 16 hours
Meanwhile, make the pine-rosemary syrup: Bring 1/2 cup water to a boil, add pine needles, and steep for 5 minutes
Strain the pine water and combine with sugar and rosemary in a small saucepan
Heat until sugar dissolves, then cool completely
Strain the cold brew through a coffee filter
Serve over ice and sweeten with pine-rosemary syrup to taste

Pro Tips

Use fresh, young pine needles from edible pine varieties only - Douglas Fir or Eastern White Pine work best
Steep the pine needles in hot water first to ensure food safety
Store the rosemary sugar in an airtight container for up to one month
For the best flavor, use freshly ground coffee beans

Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 21g, Protein: 0g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 21g

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