Cafe de Olla Recipe
Cafe de Olla Recipe is a spiced Mexican coffee traditionally brewed in a clay pot, or “olla,” which imparts a unique flavor to the drink. The coffee is sweetened with piloncillo, a type of unrefined sugar, and simmered with cinnamon sticks for a deep, rich flavor with warm, spicy undertones. Often served during celebrations or in colder regions of Mexico, this coffee has become a favorite for its comforting qualities.
Servings 4 people
Calories 100kcal
Cost 4$
Equipment
- 1 Clay pot (olla) or a medium saucepan
- 1 Wooden spoon for stirring
- 1 Fine mesh strainer to separate the coffee grounds from the liquid
- 1 Coffee mugs or traditional Mexican clay cups for serving
Ingredients
- 4 1/4 cups water
- 1-2 oz piloncillo (For me adding 1 is just the right amount of sweetness, since I don’t like things too sweet)
- 1 star anise
- 2 cloves
- 1 Mexican cinnamon stick (I personally will add two because I like cinnamon)
- 4 tbsp coarsely ground coffee
- small piece of orange zest
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients
- Boil the Water with Cinnamon
- Add Piloncillo and Let It Dissolve
- Add Coffee Grounds and Brew
- Strain and Serve
Notes
To make the best Café de Olla, choose a medium to dark roast coffee. Mexican coffee beans are ideal, but any good-quality coffee will work. You can use ground coffee, but for the freshest flavor, grind your beans just before brewing.