Win Win Cranberry Spice Coffee
Ingredients (for 1 serving)
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Coffee: 1 cup (240 ml) of Win Win Signature Blend (medium roast) — balanced flavor that works well with fruity and spiced notes
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Cranberry syrup (see recipe below) — about 30 ml (2 tablespoons), or to taste
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Warm spices:
• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• A pinch of ground cardamom (optional)
• A small pinch of ground cloves or nutmeg (optional) -
Milk or creamer (optional) — as preferred
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Whipped cream or a few dried cranberries (for garnish, optional)
Cranberry Syrup (makes ~1 cup; store in fridge)
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1 cup cranberry juice (unsweetened or lightly sweetened)
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½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to desired sweetness)
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½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
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⅛ teaspoon ground cardamom (optional)
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⅛ teaspoon ground cloves or nutmeg (optional)
Instructions for syrup:
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In a small saucepan, combine the cranberry juice and sugar.
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Heat over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
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Add the cinnamon (and optional spices).
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Let simmer gently for 5–8 minutes, until slightly thickened (remember it will thicken more once cooled).
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Remove from heat and cool. Strain if needed. Transfer into a clean bottle or jar and refrigerate.
InstructionS:
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Brew a fresh cup (240 ml) of Win Win Signature Blend using your preferred method (drip, pour-over, French press, etc.).
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Add ~30 ml (2 Tbsp) of the cranberry spice syrup into the hot coffee. Taste, and adjust by adding more syrup if you like it sweeter or fruitier.
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Stir in the warm spices (¼ tsp cinnamon, pinch cardamom, pinch cloves/nutmeg).
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If desired, add milk, creamer, or a splash of half-and-half to soften the flavors.
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Top with whipped cream and/or a few dried cranberries for garnish (optional).
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Serve immediately, while warm.