How to Make Spiced Coffee: Recipes From Around the World

Making coffee can turn into true art if you wish to make it happen. All coffee lovers out there know how differently coffee can taste depending on the method of brewing, beans, recipes, and so on. We all have our preferences and dislikes when it comes to this hot beverage (or maybe even not so hot after all?). However, the world of coffee is full of surprises and unique recipes that can be found all over the world. We have looked up some of the most interesting, delicious, and unusual ways to make spices coffee that are made around the globe. Let’s see if you can find here something to your liking!

What you need to know before making coffee yourself

First of all, let us give you a brief guide on how to make good coffee at home. A few factors can play a crucial role in whether you make good or bad coffee. These factors are the method of brewing, the tools you use, the beans you purchase, and how you store them.

So, before everything else, you should know how to brew coffee at home. There are multiple ways to do it, from espresso machines and French press to pour-over coffee makers. All of them are great, though some are easier than others. There are numerous best budget coffee makers guides online to tell you more about it if you are new to this topic. Now, the way you grind your coffee also varies on the methods of brewing you use. For instance, when we speak of Turkish coffee vs espresso, the former should have a finer grind than the latter. It’s just the way it goes. Thus, it’s better to have a coffee grinder at hand. Next, you need to store your beans right. If your coffee beans have too much exposure to sunlight, oxygen, or humidity, they will lose much of their taste and other qualities. Also, keep your beans whole right until it’s time to use them.

 Now, when it comes to beans, you need to know what coffee you like. Do you prefer bitter or sour? Do you want the complexity in flavors or something plain will be just fine? Beans from different areas of the world will give you a different taste. Knowing these specifics will also allow you to enjoy the recipes below on a whole different level.

The Affogato (Italy)

The Affogato from Italy is a great fit for all the coffee-desserts lovers. Also, it is incredibly easy to make. All you need is an espresso, better make it double, and a scoop of ice cream (of course, in Italy, they add only vanilla gelato, hence the spicy coffee). You can even add some toppings for extra flavor. Espresso machines will be best for this recipe. Start with the ice cream. Place the scoop in a cup, pour your espresso on top of it. Cover it with the toppings if you like. Enjoy your dessert-like coffee.

Türk Kahvesi (Turkey)

If you have never tried Turkish coffee, you don’t know how coffee should taste like. Turkey is the proud owner of dozens of coffee recipes, including spiced coffee. Türk Kahvesi is one of the most famous recipes out there. To make it, you need coffee beans, a cardamom pod, and sugar. The ingredients are simple. The process of making it is a bit tricky, though. First, you need to boil one cup of water with sugar, which helps it dissolve. Once it is boiling, take it off the heat. Add 1 tbsp of coffee and the spice. Put it back to heat and wait until the foam appears on top. Take it off the heat and wait a moment. Repeat this procedure at least twice before serving your coffee. This amount of coffee is perfect for two espresso cups. Turkish coffee is never strained. Originally, Turkish coffee is only made in an ibrik.

Qahwa (Saudi Arabia)

The most spiced and unusual coffee on our list comes from Saudi Arabia. The method of making this coffee is similar to Türk Kahvesi; however, it has a few plot twists. First, qahwa is always made with green beans. This is why the water and coffee are left to boil for about ten minutes before adding anything else. Once ten minutes passed, add spices. Traditionally this coffee is made with cardamom, cloves, and the king of all spices, saffron. After the spices are in, boil the water for another five minutes. Cardamom and cloves should be ground before adding. Saffron is optional and can be added right before serving. Strain coffee before pouring it into cups.

The wrap-up

We hope you liked our guide on how to make spiced coffee. Coffee can be way more than just a regular energy boost in the morning. It can become the beverage to bring joy and happiness into your lives if you allow it to. These recipes surely can.