Serves 8
Directions
- 1Combine water, piloncillo, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise in a Dutch oven or pot and bring to a simmer.
- 2Stir the mixture to help the piloncillo dissolve.
- 3Add the ground coffee to the simmering liquid.
- 4Steep the coffee for 6 minutes for regular strength or 8 minutes for extra-strength.
- 5Strain the coffee and serve.
Ingredients
- 8 cup water
- 4 oz piloncillo
- 2 cinnamon stick
- 3 whole clove
- 1 star anise
- 1 cup coffee ground
Equipment
Dutch ovenspoonmesh strainer
Tips
- Traditionally brewed in an olla de barro (Mexican clay pot) for an earthy flavor, but a Dutch oven can be used as a substitute.
- Adjust the level of sweetness by using more or less piloncillo; the creator uses 4 oz for 8 cups of water but suggests half that amount for less sweetness.
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