ICED CAFé DE OLLA

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I love the flavor of orange zest and spices in a café de olla, so I created a concentrated syrup that is ready on demand to flavor any cold brew. Coconuts are grown all along the Pacific coast of Mexico; use coconut milk to add richness and even more tropical flavor.

Provided by Rick Martinez

Categories     Bon Appétit     Drink     Breakfast     Brunch     Coffee     Iced Coffee     Spice     Cinnamon     Cardamom     Orange     Coconut     Milk/Cream     Vegetarian     Vegan     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield Makes 5-8

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup grated piloncillo or (packed) dark brown sugar
1 (3") canela or cinnamon stick
5 cardamom pods, cracked
5 allspice berries
1 tsp. black peppercorns
Pinch of kosher salt
3 wide strips orange zest
5-8 cups cold-brew coffee
Unsweetened coconut milk or half-and-half (for serving)

Steps:

  • Bring piloncillo, canela, cardamom, allspice, peppercorns, salt, and 1 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer 15 minutes. Add orange zest; let cool.
  • Strain spiced syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a measuring glass; discard spices. (You should have about 1 cup.)
  • To make 1 drink, pour 1 cup cold-brew coffee into an ice-filled glass. Stir in 2-3 Tbsp. spiced syrup; top with 2-3 Tbsp. coconut milk.
  • Do Ahead: Syrup can be made 1 week ahead. Cover and chill.

Bilal Nohrio
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This iced café de olla is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy your coffee. The cinnamon and orange flavors are a perfect complement to the coffee, and the cold brew makes it extra smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


Sanru Sanru
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I'm always looking for new ways to enjoy my coffee, and this iced café de olla is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. The cinnamon and orange complement each other perfectly and the cold brew coffee gives


Mamun Saheb
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This iced café de olla is the perfect drink to cool down on a hot summer day. It's light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cinnamon and orange flavors are also a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Amna Ahmed
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This iced café de olla is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy your coffee. The cinnamon and orange flavors are a perfect complement to the coffee, and the cold brew makes it extra smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


AL Mahfuz Bappy
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I've never had iced café de olla before, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's absolutely delicious! The coffee is smooth and flavorful, and the cinnamon and orange add a perfect touch of sweetness and spice. I'll definitely be making this again


sudher khan
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This iced café de olla is a great way to use up leftover coffee. I love the addition of cinnamon and orange, which give it a really nice flavor. It's the perfect drink to enjoy on a lazy afternoon.


Alina Raut
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I'm not a huge coffee drinker, but this iced café de olla is delicious! The cinnamon and orange flavors are really unique and refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Muhmmad YaseenRehmani
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This iced café de olla is the perfect way to start my day. The coffee is rich and flavorful, and the cinnamon and orange add a touch of sweetness and spice. I love that it's also easy to make, so I can enjoy it even on busy mornings.


shah zad
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I was pleasantly surprised by how much I enjoyed this iced café de olla. I'm not usually a fan of coffee drinks with milk, but the cinnamon and orange flavors in this recipe really won me over. It's the perfect drink to sip on a warm afternoon.


Enes Pasha
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This iced café de olla is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy your coffee. The cinnamon and orange flavors are a perfect complement to the coffee, and the cold brew makes it extra smooth. I highly recommend this recipe!


Merrilyn Akano
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I've been making this iced café de olla for a few weeks now and it's quickly become my go-to coffee drink. It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredible. I love the combination of coffee, milk, cinnamon, and orange. It's the perfect drink to en


eliud ndungu
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This iced café de olla is a great way to cool down on a hot day. It's light and refreshing, with just the right amount of sweetness. The cinnamon and orange flavors are also a nice touch. I'll definitely be making this again!


Md Afroj
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I'm always looking for new ways to enjoy my coffee and this iced café de olla is a great addition to my repertoire. It's easy to make and the flavors are amazing. The cinnamon and orange complement each other perfectly and the cold brew coffee gives


Dhaneshwar Mahato
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This iced café de olla is a true delight! The flavors are incredibly well-balanced and the coffee has a lovely smoothness. I especially appreciate the subtle hint of orange zest, which adds a touch of brightness to the drink. I'll definitely be makin


Kassie Rose
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I was looking for a refreshing coffee drink to try and this iced café de olla caught my eye. I'm so glad I gave it a try! It's the perfect balance of coffee and cream, with just a hint of cinnamon and orange. I'll definitely be making this again and


Faiz azam
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This iced café de olla is the perfect pick-me-up on a hot summer day. It's cold, creamy, and has just the right amount of sweetness. The cinnamon and orange flavors are also a nice touch. I'm already planning on making this again for my next brunch.


George Morton
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Just tried this iced café de olla recipe and it's absolutely delicious! The combination of coffee, milk, cinnamon, and orange is a match made in heaven. I especially love how the orange zest adds a subtle citrusy note. Will definitely be adding this


Monster Master
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This iced café de olla is a delightful treat! It's so easy to make and the flavors are incredibly harmonious. The cinnamon and orange add a wonderful depth of flavor, and the cold brew coffee gives it a nice, refreshing kick. I'll definitely be makin


Shanice Edwards
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OMG! This iced café de olla is a total game-changer for my coffee routine. It's the perfect balance of sweet, creamy, and refreshing, and the cinnamon and orange flavors are just divine. I'm definitely making this again and again!