Bourbon Barrel-Aged Coffee with Vanilla Bean
A rich coffee treat with smooth bourbon notes and sweet vanilla bean flavor
January 11, 2025
Love bourbon and coffee? This barrel-aged coffee combines the best of both worlds, featuring smooth coffee beans aged in real bourbon barrels and infused with Madagascar vanilla bean. The result is a perfectly balanced drink with hints of oak, caramel, and vanilla.
This special brew is surprisingly easy to make at home. Using bourbon barrel-aged coffee beans (medium-dark roast) and real vanilla bean creates deep flavors that blend perfectly. It's great for slow weekend mornings or as an after-dinner treat.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready for a coffee experience like no other!
- Rich bourbon notes without actual alcohol
- Real vanilla bean adds natural sweetness
- Perfect for special occasions or weekend mornings
- Unique barrel-aged flavor you can't get anywhere else
Bourbon Barrel-Aged Coffee with Vanilla Bean
A rich coffee treat with smooth bourbon notes and sweet vanilla bean flavor
Bourbon Coffee, Barrel-Aged Coffee, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Hot Coffee, Specialty Coffee, Gourmet Coffee
Equipment
- Coffee grinder
- Pour-over coffee maker or French press
- Coffee filter
- Kitchen scale
- Kettle
- Sharp knife
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons bourbon barrel-aged coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 1 Madagascar vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 16 oz filtered water
- Optional: brown sugar or maple syrup to taste
Instructions
- Split vanilla bean lengthwise and scrape out seeds
- Coarsely grind the bourbon barrel-aged coffee beans
- Place ground coffee and vanilla bean (pod and seeds) in filter
- Heat filtered water to 200°F (93°C)
- Pour hot water over grounds in a circular motion
- Allow to brew for 4 minutes
- Remove filter and vanilla bean pod
- Serve hot, adding sweetener if desired
Pro Tips
- Store bourbon barrel-aged beans in an airtight container away from light and heat
- Split and scrape the vanilla bean pod the night before for stronger flavor
- Use filtered water heated to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
- Grind beans just before brewing for the freshest taste
Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 3g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Potassium: 120mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 0g, Calcium: 10mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
