Welcome to the world of nitro cold brew! This Starbucks copycat recipe brings the coffeehouse experience right to your kitchen. Originating from the trend of infusing beverages with nitrogen, this technique creates a creamy, cascading effect reminiscent of a perfectly poured Guinness.
Our recipe uses a blend of medium to dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground and steeped for 12-24 hours to extract maximum flavor. The magic happens when we infuse the cold brew with nitrogen, creating a silky smooth texture and a beautiful cascade effect when poured. The result is a rich, full-bodied coffee with a naturally sweet taste and a velvety mouthfeel that will rival any coffee shop's version.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this Nitro Cold Brew Starbucks Copycat! Here's why you'll adore it:
- Silky Smooth Texture: The nitrogen infusion creates an incredibly creamy mouthfeel without adding any dairy.
- Naturally Sweet: The cold brewing process reduces acidity, resulting in a naturally sweet taste without the need for added sugar.
- Customizable: Easily adjust the strength and flavor to your liking.
- Cost-Effective: Save money by making your favorite coffeehouse drink at home.
- Impressive Presentation: The cascading effect when poured is sure to impress your guests.
Nitro Cold Brew Starbucks Copycat
Equipment
- Large jar or container for steeping
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Cheesecloth or coffee filter
- Nitrogen infuser
- Nitrogen gas cartridges
- Chilled glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup (85g) coarsely ground medium to dark roast coffee beans
- 4 cups (960ml) cold filtered water
- Nitrogen gas cartridge for infusion
Instructions
- In a large jar or container, combine the coarsely ground coffee with cold filtered water. Stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated.
- Cover the container and refrigerate for 12-24 hours to steep.
- After steeping, strain the coffee through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter to remove all grounds.
- Pour the strained cold brew into a clean container or bottle.
- Attach the nitrogen infuser to the container according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Charge the infuser with a nitrogen cartridge and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds to infuse the coffee with nitrogen.
- Refrigerate the nitro cold brew for at least 1 hour before serving.
- To serve, gently tilt a chilled glass and pour the nitro cold brew slowly down the side of the glass to create a cascading effect.
- Enjoy your homemade Nitro Cold Brew immediately for the best texture and flavor.
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