Refreshing Blackberry Sage Cold Brew for Cozy Mornings Recipe
Experience the perfect blend of bold cold brew coffee infused with the sweet and herbal flavors of fresh blackberries and sage. This refreshing Blackberry Sage Cold Brew is a delightful way to start cozy mornings, enhanced by natural maple syrup sweetness and creamy oat milk foam for a smooth finish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 hours (steeping time for cold brew)
- Total Time: 12 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Cold Brew Base
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee
- 4 cups cold water
Berry Sage Mixture
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- Handful of sage leaves
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
Oat Milk Foam
- ½ cup barista oat milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
To Serve
- Ice cubes, as needed
- Extra sage leaves and blackberries for garnish
Instructions
- Brew the Cold Coffee: In a large jar, combine 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of cold water. Stir well to mix and cover tightly with a lid or plastic wrap. Place in the refrigerator and let it steep for at least 12 hours to develop a smooth, robust cold brew concentrate.
- Muddle the Berries & Herbs: In a separate bowl, muddle 1 cup of fresh blackberries along with a handful of sage leaves and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the berries and release the sage’s aromatic oils, creating a vibrant and flavorful mixture.
- Strain the Cold Brew: After the steeping period, strain the cold brew concentrate through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter into a clean pitcher, ensuring to discard the coffee grounds. This will give you a clear, smooth coffee base free of sediment.
- Assemble the Drinks: Fill serving glasses with the muddled blackberry and sage mixture and ice cubes to keep the drink chilled. Slowly pour the strained cold brew coffee over the berry mixture, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Froth the Oat Milk: Gently heat ½ cup of barista oat milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until warm but not boiling. Stir in 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and then froth the milk using a milk frother or whisk vigorously to create a creamy, airy foam.
- Top with Foam: Spoon the frothy oat milk foam carefully over the top of each glass. Garnish with extra sage leaves and a few blackberries for an elegant and aromatic finish that complements the cold brew.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the coffee to water ratio slightly while brewing.
- Adjust maple syrup sweetness according to preference or replace with honey or agave syrup.
- Use fresh, organic blackberries and sage leaves for best flavor and aroma.
- The oat milk foam adds a creamy texture but can be omitted for a lighter drink.
- Store leftover cold brew concentrate in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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