Fireside : Cinnamon Apple Deep Steep
Quick Guide
The steps are simple:
- Fill a mason jar with 40 grams of coarsely ground coffee
- Add half of a large honeycrisp apple. Slice for more surface area.
- Add 1+ cinnamon stick(s)
- Add 2 cups of filtered water
- Seal, shake, and let steep overnight. Store in the refrigerator.
- Strain and serve over ice.
You will need...
- 1 jar
- 1 apple
- 1+ cinnamon stick(s), to personal taste.
- 2 cups (~ 473 grams) filtered water
- ~40 grams coarsely ground Fireside coffee
- A filter or fine strainer
- Creamer of choice (optional)
For more in-depth instructions, follow the steps below...
Step 1: Add ground coffee and fruit of choice
A typical ratio for cold brew is 1 cup ground coffee to 4 cups of water. We've halved this volume to fit comfortably in a 32 oz mason jar and yield two 8 oz servings.
In any sealable jar, add ~40 grams of coarsely ground coffee. You can use a coffee sock if you would like to skip the later filtering step.
In honor of fall, we recommend adding the classic combination of apple and cinnamon. Add at least 1 stick of cinnamon and half a large honeycrisp apple to the jar. Increase the surface area for flavor transfer by slicing in several pieces. We recommend adding an apple with a flavor profile leaning more sweet than tart (e.g. Honeycrisp, Fuji, Ambrosia, etc.).
Step 2: Add water and steep.
Room temperature, filtered water works great. Add 2 cups. Seal, shake to mix, and leave overnight at minimum. You can leave on the counter or in the refrigerator.
Step 3: Filter & serve.
The next day, your slow steeped cold brew is ready. If you haven't used a coffee sock, filter through a rinsed paper filter. Serve, or store in the refrigerator. Flavors deepen and intensify the longer you leave your cold brew. We recommend consuming the finished product within 48 hours post-soak.
Step 5: Enjoy!
This recipe is a great way to achieve a "strong" cup of coffee without the bitterness that can come from over-extracting in hot water. The addition of apple lends a surprising, natural, and delicate sweetness which perfectly balances medium roast Fireside. While it tastes great as-is, you also can't go wrong with a splash of half and half or your favorite milk steamed with a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy!
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