Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (240ml) strong brewed coffee
  • 1 tbsp (15g) granulated sugar
  • 1 pinch (1g) salt
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) half-and-half
  • 1 cup (150g) ice cubes
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Brew your coffee using double the amount of grounds normally used. Note: This creates the necessary concentration
  2. While the coffee is still steaming, stir in the sugar and salt. Stir until the grains completely disappear.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract. Note: Adding it to the hot coffee helps the aroma bloom
  4. Fill a tall glass to the brim with ice cubes. Listen for that satisfying clink as they fill the glass.
  5. Pour the warm, sweetened coffee directly over the ice. Note: You'll see the ice begin to sizzle and melt slightly
  6. Slowly pour the half and half over the top. Watch for the creamy ribbons to swirl downward.
  7. Let the cream sit for 30 seconds. Note: This creates the marble effect
  8. Stir gently with a long spoon to combine. Stop when the color is a uniform, velvety tan.