Quick Info:

Prep Time: 2-12 hours

Total Time: 5-12 hours

Servings: 1-4

Difficulty: Easy

Dietary: Vegetarian, Vegan-Adaptable

Equipment:

• Coffee Grinder
• Cold Brew Pitcher
• Milk Frother
• Measuring tools

Ingredients:

• Coarse ground coffee
• Cold water
• Maple syrup
• Milk (dairy or plant-based)
• Ground cinnamon
• Vanilla extract (optional)
• Ice

Cold Brew Method:

1. Grind Coffee

– Use coarse ground coffee

– Ratio: 1 cup coffee to 32 oz water

Pro tip: Fresher beans = better flavor

2. Steep Overnight

– Combine coffee and water in pitcher

– Add 2-3 cinnamon sticks for extra flavor

– Refrigerate 12-24 hours

Warning: Don’t over-steep or coffee turns bitter

3. Strain Carefully

– Use fine mesh strainer

– Remove all coffee grounds

– Store in sealed container

Maple Cinnamon Milk Foam:

1. Combine Ingredients

– 8 oz milk

– 2 tbsp maple syrup

– ¼ tsp ground cinnamon

– Optional: Splash vanilla

2. Create Foam

– Froth until light and creamy

Technique: Use electric frother or vigorous whisk

– Chill immediately

Final Assembly:

1. Fill Glass with Ice

2. Pour Cold Brew

3. Top with Maple Cinnamon Foam

4. Sprinkle Cinnamon on Top

Expert Tips:

• Use high-quality maple syrup
• Experiment with milk alternatives
• Adjust sweetness to taste

Variations:

• Vegan: Use oat milk
• Salted: Add pinch of sea salt
• Boozy: Add cinnamon whiskey shot

Storage:

• Cold Brew: Refrigerate up to 1 week
• Milk Foam: Use within 2 days
• Best consumed fresh

Nutrition Highlights:

• Lower calorie than traditional lattes
• Natural maple sweetener
• Antioxidants from coffee and cinnamon

Common Mistakes to Avoid:

• Grinding coffee too fine
• Over-steeping cold brew
• Using low-quality ingredients

Perfect For:

• Summer mornings
• Afternoon pick-me-up
• Impressing coffee-loving friends

Pro Move: Invest in quality cold brew equipment for consistent, delicious results every time!