Maple-Smoked Cold Brew with Bourbon Vanilla
A smooth cold brew with rich maple smoke and sweet bourbon vanilla notes
February 4, 2025
Love unique coffee experiences? This Maple-Smoked Cold Brew combines smooth coffee with natural maple smoke and rich bourbon vanilla for a truly special drink. The maple smoking process adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the cold brew's natural chocolate notes.
This recipe uses coarse-ground medium-dark roast beans steeped for 16 hours, then enhanced with house-made bourbon vanilla syrup and a touch of maple smoke. It's perfect for warm afternoons or as a sophisticated non-alcoholic alternative at evening gatherings.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Unique maple smoking process adds natural sweetness
- Easy overnight preparation means minimal active time
- Customizable sweetness with bourbon vanilla syrup
- Stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge
Maple-Smoked Cold Brew with Bourbon Vanilla
A smooth cold brew with rich maple smoke and sweet bourbon vanilla notes
Cold Brew, Maple Smoked Coffee, Bourbon Vanilla, Specialty Coffee, Smoked Cold Brew
Equipment
- Cold brew maker or large jar
- Paper filters
- Smoking gun or smoking device
- Glass dome or cover
- Coffee grinder
- Fine-mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 tablespoons pure maple wood chips
- 1/4 cup bourbon vanilla syrup
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Place maple wood chips in a smoking gun or small smoking device
- Spread coffee grounds on a flat, heat-safe surface
- Smoke the coffee grounds for 2-3 minutes under a dome
- Transfer smoked grounds to a large jar or cold brew maker
- Add filtered water and stir gently
- Steep in refrigerator for 16 hours
- Filter twice through paper filters
- For each serving, combine 3/4 cup cold brew with 1 tablespoon bourbon vanilla syrup
- Serve over ice and enjoy
Pro Tips
- Use freshly roasted beans ground just before brewing for the best flavor
- Filter twice through paper filters for the cleanest taste
- Store vanilla syrup separately and add per serving to maintain freshness
- Smoke the coffee grounds before brewing for a more intense maple flavor
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 100mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 25mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT16H
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT16H20M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
