A refreshing tropical cold brew that combines smooth coffee with creamy coconut milk and aromatic lemongrass. This make-ahead recipe creates a beautifully layered drink that’s perfect for hot days. The lemongrass adds a subtle citrusy fragrance while coconut milk provides richness without overwhelming the coffee’s natural flavors.
MethodCold Brew
Prep time15
Coffee80g
Water600ml
Grind sizeCoarse
Water tempRoom temperature
Instructions
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<h2>Preparation</h2> <ol><li><strong>Prepare lemongrass</strong>: Bruise lemongrass stalks with the back of a knife and cut into 2-inch pieces</li><li><strong>Combine ingredients</strong>: In a large jar, mix coarse ground coffee with room temperature water</li><li><strong>Add aromatics</strong>: Add bruised lemongrass pieces to the coffee mixture</li><li><strong>Steep</strong>: Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours</li><li><strong>Strain</strong>: Filter through fine-mesh strainer, then coffee filter for clarity</li><li><strong>Prepare coconut layer</strong>: Mix coconut milk with simple syrup</li></ol> <h2>Assembly</h2> <ol><li>Fill glasses with ice</li><li>Pour cold brew concentrate to fill 2/3 of glass</li><li>Slowly pour sweetened coconut milk over the back of a spoon to create layers</li><li>Garnish with lemongrass stalk if desired</li></ol>