Winter Spice French Press with Cedar-Smoked Sugar
A cozy winter coffee with smoky cedar-infused sugar and warming spices
January 31, 2025
Looking for a coffee that captures the essence of winter? This French press recipe combines rich coffee with homemade cedar-smoked sugar and warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and star anise for a truly magical cup.
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee, freshly ground for the French press. The cedar-smoked sugar adds a subtle woodsy sweetness, while the winter spices create layers of flavor. Perfect for those chilly mornings when you want something extra special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't just your regular cup of coffee! Here's why you'll love it:
- Unique smoky-sweet flavor from cedar-infused sugar
- Warming winter spices that complement the coffee perfectly
- Easy to customize the spice blend to your taste
- Makes your home smell amazing while preparing
Winter Spice French Press with Cedar-Smoked Sugar
A cozy winter coffee with smoky cedar-infused sugar and warming spices
Winter Coffee, Spiced Coffee, French Press Coffee, Cedar Smoked Sugar, Holiday Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Coffee scale
- Timer
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 40g medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 500ml filtered water
- 2 tablespoons cedar-smoked sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 green cardamom pods
- 1 star anise pod
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Heat filtered water to 200°F (93°C)
- Add ground coffee to French press
- Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and star anise
- Pour hot water over coffee and spices
- Gently stir the top layer
- Let steep for 4 minutes
- Slowly press the plunger down
- Add cedar-smoked sugar to taste
- Finish with freshly grated nutmeg
Pro Tips
- Use fresh, filtered water heated to 200°F (93°C) for optimal extraction
- Grind your coffee beans just before brewing for the best flavor
- Store cedar-smoked sugar in an airtight container for up to 1 month
- Adjust spice quantities to your taste preference
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 0g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 116mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 22g, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT19M
Prep. Time:
PT15M
