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Chicory Iced Coffee

Chicory Iced Coffee is a unique and refreshing beverage perfect for summer days. This caffeine-free drink blends the rich, earthy flavours of chicory with the coolness of iced coffee, providing a delightful twist on traditional iced coffee.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 12 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American, New Orleans-style
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Coffee grounds: 5 tablespoons
  • Chicory: 5 tablespoons
  • Filtered water: 2 cups
  • Ice cubes
  • Optional: Milk or sweeteners e.g., condensed milk, stevia, agave nectar

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Coffee Concentrate: In a large jar, mix equal parts of coffee grounds and chicory. Add 2 cups of cool, filtered water.
  2. Steep: Cover the jar and let it steep at room temperature or in the refrigerator for about 12 hours.
  3. Strain: After steeping, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or coffee filter into a clean jar to get your chicory coffee concentrate.
  4. Serve: Fill a glass with ice cubes, pour the chicory coffee concentrate over the ice, and add water, milk, or sweetener to taste. Stir well.
  5. Enjoy! Your Chicory iced coffee is ready to drink!

Notes

Adjust the strength of your chicory iced coffee by varying the ratio of water to concentrate.
Experiment with different sweeteners or milk alternatives, like oat or almond milk, for a personalized touch.