Nordic Cardamom Glacier Coffee: Iced Spice Delight
(0 Reviews)
Ingredients
-
120 ml Freshly brewed espresso
(Use high-quality coffee beans)
-
4 pieces Cardamom pods
(Crushed slightly to release aroma)
-
200 ml Milk
(Use whole milk or plant-based alternative)
-
2 tbsp Honey
(Adjust to taste)
-
1 cup Ice Cubes
(Preferably large, glacier-style ice cubes)
-
1 pinch Ground cinnamon
(Optional garnish)
(Use high-quality coffee beans)
(Crushed slightly to release aroma)
(Use whole milk or plant-based alternative)
(Adjust to taste)
(Preferably large, glacier-style ice cubes)
(Optional garnish)
Nutrition
- Servings: 2
- Serving Size: 1 glass (300ml)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
- Calcium: 150 mg
- Iron: 0.4 mg
Instructions
-
1 - Infuse Cardamom:
Crush the cardamom pods slightly and steep them in hot milk for 4 minutes to infuse flavor.
-
2 - Brew Coffee:
Prepare a fresh espresso shot using your favorite coffee beans.
-
3 - Combine and sweeten:
Remove cardamom pods from the milk. Stir honey into the spiced milk until dissolved, then mix with the espresso.
-
4 - Assemble Drink:
Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour the espresso-milk mixture over the ice. Optionally sprinkle ground cinnamon on top. Serve immediately.
Crush the cardamom pods slightly and steep them in hot milk for 4 minutes to infuse flavor.
Prepare a fresh espresso shot using your favorite coffee beans.
Remove cardamom pods from the milk. Stir honey into the spiced milk until dissolved, then mix with the espresso.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes. Pour the espresso-milk mixture over the ice. Optionally sprinkle ground cinnamon on top. Serve immediately.
More About: Nordic Cardamom Glacier Coffee: Iced Spice Delight
Nordic Cardamom Glacier Coffee
The Nordic Cardamom Glacier Coffee channels the crisp, chilly aura of Northern Europe with a warming spice infusion. Cardamom, a key flavor in Scandinavian baking, lends an exotic aroma that complements the robust espresso. This unique iced coffee balances icy freshness with cozy spice, offering a sensorial experience reminiscent of Nordic winters.
Tips & Notes:
- To enhance the cardamom flavor, lightly toast the pods before crushing.
- Adjust honey to sweetness preferences or substitute with maple syrup for a subtle maple undertone.
- Large ice cubes melt slower, preventing dilution and keeping flavors concentrated longer.
Cultural Significance: In Nordic countries, cardamom is a beloved spice found in everything from breads to coffee blends, symbolizing warmth and home during cold months. Infusing espresso with cardamom creates a fusion between Italian coffee culture and Scandinavian traditions.
Serving Suggestion: Serve in clear glasses to showcase the icy marble effect with swirls of creamy milk. Perfect for a stylish afternoon treat or a casual gathering.
Personal Thoughts: This recipe transforms conventional iced coffee into a sophisticated drink reflecting the elegance and simplicity of Nordic lifestyle. The harmony of spicy, sweet, and cold makes it a refreshing yet comforting delight that would surprise and please coffee lovers.
