Plum Wine-Infused Cold Brew with Star Anise

A smooth cold brew with sweet plum wine and star anise for an exciting Asian twist

Love cold brew but ready to try something different? This plum wine-infused cold brew combines the smoothness of Japanese-style cold brew with the sweet, fruity notes of plum wine and the subtle spice of star anise. It's a refreshing drink that brings together the best of coffee and Asian flavors!

This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just combine your favorite medium-dark roast coffee with filtered water for a 12-hour steep, then mix with plum wine and star anise syrup. The result is perfect for warm afternoons or as a sophisticated evening treat.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This unique coffee creation brings something special to your glass! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect balance of coffee and fruit flavors
Super easy to prepare ahead of time
Uniquely refreshing with the star anise twist
Great for entertaining guests

Plum Wine-Infused Cold Brew with Star Anise

A smooth cold brew with sweet plum wine and star anise for an exciting Asian twist

Cold Brew, Plum Wine, Star Anise, Japanese Coffee, Alcoholic Coffee, Iced Coffee, Asian Fusion

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Equipment

Large glass jar
Paper coffee filters
Fine-mesh strainer
Measuring cups and spoons
Tall glasses for serving

Ingredients

4 oz coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee
16 oz filtered water
2 oz plum wine (umeshu)
1 oz star anise syrup
Ice cubes
2 whole star anise pods for garnish

Instructions

Combine ground coffee with filtered water in a large jar
Steep in the refrigerator for 12 hours
Strain the coffee mixture twice through a paper filter
In each glass, combine 6 oz cold brew with 1 oz plum wine and ½ oz star anise syrup
Add ice cubes and stir gently
Garnish with a star anise pod and serve