Description
Brazilian mocha java delights coffee enthusiasts with rich espresso, dark chocolate, and smooth caramel notes. Passionate baristas can craft this indulgent beverage that promises a sensory journey through complex flavor profiles.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups (720 ml) water
- ⅔ cup (160 ml) coarsely ground coffee
- 3 tablespoons (45 ml) dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cinnamon
- Ice (to serve)
- Milk or half-and-half (to taste)
Instructions
- Filtering: Pass the coffee base through a fine-mesh strainer into a mixing bowl, then return the liquid to its original storage jar for preservation.
- Ice Preparation: Fill a tall, clear glass to the brim with pristine ice cubes, creating a frosty foundation for the beverage.
- Coffee Infusion: Pour the strained coffee into the ice-filled glass, filling roughly three-quarters of the container to establish a refreshing base.
- Milk Integration: Introduce your chosen dairy or non-dairy companion – whole milk, skim milk, half-and-half, almond milk, or oat milk – blending seamlessly with the chilled coffee.
- Final Touch: Whisk the coffee and milk mixture briefly, ensuring a harmonious fusion of flavors, then serve immediately to capture the drink’s optimal taste and temperature.
Notes
- Strain Carefully: Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove any coffee grounds or sediment, ensuring a smooth and clean beverage.
- Ice Selection Matters: Choose fresh, clean ice cubes that are large and clear to prevent dilution and maintain the coffee’s rich flavor.
- Milk Flexibility: Experiment with different milk options, from dairy to plant-based alternatives, to find your perfect flavor combination.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy the drink right after preparation to experience the optimal temperature and taste of the chilled coffee.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 0 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg