Cool Brew Canada: Summer Coffee Recipes

Cool Brew Canada: Summer Coffee Recipes

Introduction

Summertime in Canada means long, sunny days and cozy evenings. What better way to enjoy the season than with a refreshing coffee drink? Let's dive into some unique coffee recipes perfect for Canadian summers.

Recipe 1: Maple-Infused Cold Brew

Ingredients:

• Coarse ground coffee

• Cold filtered water

• Pure maple syrup

• Vanilla extract

• Milk or plant-based alternative (optional)

• Ice

Instructions:

1. Brew your cold brew: Combine coarse ground coffee with cold filtered water in a jar. Let it steep in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.

2. Sweeten and flavor: Strain the cold brew into a pitcher. Add pure maple syrup and a dash of vanilla extract to taste. Stir well.

3. Serve: Pour over ice. For a creamier treat, add milk or a plant-based alternative. Garnish with a maple leaf-shaped ice cube (optional).

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Recipe 2: Blueberry Iced Latte

Ingredients:

• Strong brewed coffee

• Fresh or frozen blueberries

• Maple syrup

• Milk or plant-based alternative

• Ice

Instructions:

1. Blend the blueberries: Combine blueberries and a splash of maple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.

2. Combine: Pour strong brewed coffee over ice in a tall glass. Add blueberry puree and milk or plant-based alternative. Stir gently.

3. Serve: Garnish with fresh blueberries and a sprig of mint (optional).

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Recipe 3: Canadian Coffee Cooler

Ingredients:

• Strong brewed coffee

• Lemon-lime soda

• Agave nectar or simple syrup

• Fresh mint leaves

• Lime wheel

• Ice

Instructions:

1. Sweeten the coffee: In a pitcher, combine strong brewed coffee with agave nectar or simple syrup to taste. Stir well.

2. Assemble: Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour in the sweetened coffee, followed by lemon-lime soda.

3. Garnish: Add fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel for a refreshing touch.

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Recipe 4: S'mores Cold Brew

Ingredients:

• Cold brew coffee

• Chocolate syrup

• Marshmallow fluff

• Graham cracker crumbs

• Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Layer: In a tall glass, drizzle chocolate syrup up the sides.

2. Assemble: Pour cold brew coffee over the chocolate syrup. Top with a dollop of marshmallow fluff.

3. Finish: Sprinkle graham cracker crumbs on top. For an extra treat, add whipped cream
   

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Recipe 5: Iced Chai Latte

Ingredients:

• Chai tea concentrate

• Milk or plant-based alternative

• Maple syrup (optional)

• Ice

Instructions:

1. Combine: In a tall glass, pour chai tea concentrate over ice.

2. Add milk: Pour in milk or plant-based alternative.

3. Sweeten: Add maple syrup to taste, if desired. Stir gently.

Enjoy these refreshing coffee drinks as you soak up the Canadian summer!

Would you like more recipe ideas or perhaps some food pairings for these coffee drinks?

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