Dark Forest Cold Brew with Pine Honey
A refreshing cold brew with sweet pine honey and earthy forest notes
March 4, 2025
Looking for a unique cold brew experience? This Dark Forest Cold Brew combines smooth coffee with the natural sweetness of pine honey and subtle hints of forest botanicals for a truly refreshing drink.
This recipe uses coarse-ground dark roast coffee steeped overnight with a touch of pine honey. The result is a perfectly balanced cold brew that's both bold and naturally sweet. Great for summer mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover why this cold brew stands out:
- Natural sweetness from pure pine honey
- Super smooth with no bitter aftertaste
- Easy overnight preparation
- Rich in antioxidants from both coffee and honey
Dark Forest Cold Brew with Pine Honey
A refreshing cold brew with sweet pine honey and earthy forest notes
Cold Brew Coffee, Pine Honey, Iced Coffee, Dark Roast Coffee, Forest Coffee
Equipment
- Large glass jar or pitcher
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 100g coarse ground dark roast coffee
- 1000ml filtered water
- 4 tablespoons pine honey
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine coarse ground coffee with filtered water in a large jar
- Stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated
- Cover and steep in the refrigerator for 12 hours
- Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth
- For each serving, combine 1 part coffee concentrate with 1 part water
- Add 1 tablespoon pine honey per serving and stir until dissolved
- Serve over ice
Pro Tips
- Use filtered water at room temperature for the best extraction
- Store the cold brew concentrate for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator
- Adjust the honey amount based on your sweetness preference
- For extra smoothness, use beans specifically roasted for cold brew
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 0.3g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 116mg, Sugar: 21g, Fiber: 0g, Iron: 0.2mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT12H
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT12H10M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
