Eesha Kulkarni

Ah, winter, the season of frosty windows, fuzzy socks, and a desperate need for morning motivation. But fear not, fellow coffee enthusiasts! Be it summer, winter, or a zombie apocalypse, our love for coffee is unwavering. Frankly, if it were up to us, we’d probably consider an IV drip of the good stuff.

Now, let’s talk about elevating your coffee game with a touch of winter magic. We’re here to rescue you from the clutches of mundane mornings with recipes containing craft coffee concentrates. Imagine a steaming (or iced) cuppa joe that not only soothes your soul but also does a little dance on your taste buds. Yes, please!

3 Coffee-Infused Recipes With A Twist

Mazagran by The Simple Brew

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Preparation Time: 5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 100 ml The Simple Brew Coffee Concentrate
• 25 ml Sugar Syrup/Honey
• 70 ml Water
• 1 tbsp/10 ml Lemon Juice
• Ice

Method

1. Add sugar syrup/honey and lemon juice in a glass.
2. Add TSB Coffee Concentrate and water.
3. Mix vigorously using a spoon or frother.
4. Add ice and enjoy!

Gingerbread Shaken Espresso by Bruno’s Homecafé

Ingredients

• Double shot of Espresso
• 15 ml Gingerbread Syrup
• 1 Cinnamon Stick or 1/4 tsp Cinnamon Powder
• 20 ml Mocha Sauce
• Ice (optional)
• Milk of choice
• Extra Cinnamon for garnish

Method

1. Brew a double shot of espresso using your preferred method.
2. In a shaker, combine the double shot of espresso, gingerbread syrup, cinnamon stick or powder, and mocha sauce.
3. Shake the mixture vigorously until well-combined.
4. Optional: if you’re feeling a bit frosty, add some ice to your final glass.
5. Pour the gingerbread shaken espresso into your glass.
6. Fill up your glass with your milk of choice.
7. Sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top for that finishing touch.
8. Find a cosy spot, take a sip, and let the warmth of gingerbread and the kick of espresso do a winter waltz on your taste buds.

Salted Caramel Latte by Caffeinication LA

Ingredients

• 1-2 pumps Salted Caramel Syrup
• Your favourite Milk (for frothing or steaming)
• 2 Espresso Shots

Method

1. Add 1-2 pumps of salted caramel syrup to your serving mug.
2. Froth or steam your favourite milk. Pour it gently into the mug over the caramel syrup.
3. Extract 2 espresso shots directly onto the frothed or steamed milk.
4. Give it a gentle stir to blend the rich espresso with the sweet and salty notes of caramel.
5. Find a snug corner, wrap your hands around the mug, and indulge in the delightful toffee-like symphony of flavours. It’s your own warm hug in a cup!