Saffron Mango Cold Brew Coffee Recipe: If you are a ‘desi’ at your core, mangoes and saffron surely have a special place in your heart

Nothing says India like its festivals, food, and unique tapestry of flavours! If you are a ‘desi’ at your core, mangoes and saffron surely have a special place in your heart and for all the coffee connoisseurs out there, here's a unique drink that will quench the desi and the coffee lover in you.

This recipe offers a delightful fusion of fruity sweetness from mango and the subtle floral notes of saffron, perfectly complementing the smoothness of cold brew coffee. (Recipe by Ronit Saha, NPD Executive, Third Wave Coffee)

1 tablespoon coffee

240 ml cold water

60 ml mango juice

1 pinch saffron

1 teaspoon honey

ice cubes as required

2 slices mango

1 pinch saffron

Step 1 / 7 Prepare The Cold-Brew Coffee

You can either make it at home by steeping coarsely ground coffee beans in cold water overnight, or use the readymade cold brew bags.

Step 2 / 7 Make Mango Saffron Syrup

In a small saucepan, pour the mango juice and add the saffron threads. Heat the mixture over low heat, stirring occasionally, until it starts to simmer. Let it simmer for about 2-3 minutes to infuse the saffron flavor into the mango juice.

Step 3 / 7 Strain The Syrup

Remove it from heat and let it cool down to room temperature. Once the mango saffron mixture has cooled, strain it through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any sediments, solid particles, or saffron threads, if desired. This step is optional, but it will result in a smoother texture.

Step 4 / 7 Mix Coffee With Mango Saffron Syrup

In a glass, combine the cold brew coffee with the mango saffron syrup. Stir well to mix everything together.

Step 5 / 7 Adjust Sweetness

Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness according to your preference by adding honey or sugar, stirring until dissolved.

Step 6 / 7 Pour The Coffee Over Ice

In a separate glass, fill up some ice cubes, pour the saffron mango cold brew coffee over the ice.

Step 7 / 7 Garnish And Enjoy

Garnish with mango slices and a few saffron strands for an elegant touch, if desired. Stir gently before serving to ensure the flavors are well combined. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and intensity of saffron according to your taste preferences.