Dark Cherry Mocha Cold Brew with Cacao Nibs

A rich cold brew coffee with sweet dark cherries and decadent chocolate notes

Love chocolate-covered cherries? This Dark Cherry Mocha Cold Brew combines smooth cold brew coffee with sweet dark cherries and rich chocolate notes from cacao nibs. It's like dessert in a glass, but way more refreshing!

This drink is super simple to make at home. Just steep your favorite dark roast coffee overnight, then mix with homemade cherry syrup and a sprinkle of cacao nibs. Perfect for hot summer days when you need a cool, chocolatey pick-me-up.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

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

Rich chocolate flavor from real cacao nibs
Natural sweetness from dark cherries
Super smooth thanks to the cold brew method
Make ahead friendly - prep once, enjoy all week

Dark Cherry Mocha Cold Brew with Cacao Nibs

A rich cold brew coffee with sweet dark cherries and decadent chocolate notes

Cold Brew Coffee, Cherry Mocha, Cacao Nibs, Iced Coffee, Coffee Drink, Summer Drink, Chocolate Coffee

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Equipment

Large jar or pitcher
Coffee grinder
Fine-mesh sieve or coffee filter
Small saucepan
Strainer
Tall glasses

Ingredients

1 cup coarsely ground dark roast coffee
4 cups cold filtered water
1 cup fresh or frozen dark cherries, pitted
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water (for syrup)
2 tablespoons cacao nibs, plus more for garnish
Ice cubes
Optional: whipped cream for topping

Instructions

Combine ground coffee with 4 cups cold water in a large jar. Stir gently, cover, and refrigerate for 12 hours
Meanwhile, make the cherry syrup: Combine cherries, sugar, and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes
Remove from heat, mash cherries, and strain. Let syrup cool completely
Strain cold brew through a coffee filter or fine-mesh sieve
For each drink, fill a tall glass with ice. Pour in 1 cup cold brew and 2-3 tablespoons cherry syrup
Add 1 tablespoon cacao nibs and stir well
Optional: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with additional cacao nibs

Pro Tips

Use fresh or frozen dark cherries for the best flavor - they're naturally sweeter than regular cherries
Coarsely grind your coffee beans for cold brew to prevent bitterness
Store leftover cherry syrup in the fridge for up to 1 week
Crush the cacao nibs slightly to release more chocolate flavor

Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 42g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 35g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 1mg, Potassium: 210mg

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American