Coconut Lemongrass Cold Brew with Kaffir Lime

A refreshing cold brew with tropical coconut and zesty kaffir lime notes

Love tropical flavors in your coffee? This Thai-inspired cold brew combines smooth coffee with creamy coconut, aromatic lemongrass, and citrusy kaffir lime leaves for a refreshing twist that'll transport you to a beach in Thailand!

This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee that's cold brewed for 16 hours with fresh lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves. The coconut cream adds a silky smoothness that perfectly balances the bright citrus notes. Perfect for hot summer days or whenever you need a tropical coffee escape.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:

Unique Thai-inspired flavor combination
Naturally dairy-free and vegan
Can be made in advance
Refreshing and energizing

Coconut Lemongrass Cold Brew with Kaffir Lime

A refreshing cold brew with tropical coconut and zesty kaffir lime notes

Cold Brew Coffee, Thai Coffee, Coconut Coffee, Lemongrass Coffee, Kaffir Lime, Dairy-free Coffee

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Equipment

Large glass jar or pitcher
Fine-mesh sieve
Cheesecloth
Coffee grinder
Measuring cups

Ingredients

1 cup coarse ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups filtered water
2 stalks fresh lemongrass, bruised and roughly chopped
6 kaffir lime leaves
1 cup coconut cream
Ice cubes for serving
Simple syrup to taste (optional)

Instructions

In a large jar, combine the ground coffee, chopped lemongrass, and kaffir lime leaves
Add filtered water and stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated
Cover and refrigerate for 16 hours
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth
For each serving, combine 1/2 cup coffee concentrate with 1/4 cup coconut cream
Add ice and simple syrup if desired
Stir well and serve immediately

Pro Tips

Use fresh lemongrass and kaffir lime leaves for the best flavor - dried versions won't give you the same bright taste
Bruise the lemongrass before steeping to release more flavor
Strain through a fine-mesh filter twice for the smoothest result
Store the base concentrate for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator

Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 12g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 180mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 2g, Calcium: 5mg, Iron: 1mg

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