A wellness-focused cold brew that combines smooth coffee with earthy chaga mushroom powder and natural maple sweetness. This antioxidant-rich drink offers a unique umami depth while remaining refreshingly smooth. The long cold extraction mellows the coffee’s acidity and allows the chaga’s subtle vanilla notes to shine through the maple’s caramel sweetness.
MethodCold Brew
Prep time10
Coffee100g
Water800ml
Grind sizeExtra Coarse
Water tempRoom Temperature
Instructions
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<h2>Cold Brew Instructions</h2> <ol><li><strong>Grind coffee</strong>: Grind coffee beans to extra coarse consistency (like breadcrumbs).</li><li><strong>Mix dry ingredients</strong>: In a large jar or cold brew maker, combine ground coffee, chaga mushroom powder, and sea salt. Stir to distribute evenly.</li><li><strong>Add water</strong>: Pour room temperature filtered water over the coffee mixture, ensuring all grounds are saturated.</li><li><strong>Initial stir</strong>: Stir gently with a wooden spoon to ensure even saturation.</li><li><strong>Steep</strong>: Cover and let steep at room temperature for 12 hours, or refrigerate for up to 18 hours for stronger flavor.</li><li><strong>Strain</strong>: Strain through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or coffee filter. Strain twice for clearest result.</li><li><strong>Add sweeteners</strong>: Stir in maple syrup and vanilla extract until well combined.</li><li><strong>Serve</strong>: Pour over ice and enjoy. Dilute with water or milk if desired.</li></ol>