Café De Olla (Mexican Spiced Coffee)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 3

Café de Olla: Spiced Mexican Coffee Recipe

by The Chefin Beverage

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

209

Sugar

26g

Fat

Café de Olla is a traditional Mexican coffee recipe that dates back to the colonial period. Its roots can be traced back to the clay pots used to brew coffee in the olden days. This recipe is made with aromatic spices like cinnamon, anise seed and cloves which give it its signature flavor. The coffee is brewed with unrefined cane sugar which makes it sweet and earthy. The Café de Olla is typically served in a clay mug, and can also be garnished with orange peel. This recipe is great for anyone who loves coffee with a hint of spice.

Instructions

1.	In a large pot, bring the water to a boil.
2.	Add the piloncillo or brown sugar and stir until dissolved.
3.	Add the cinnamon sticks, anise seed and cloves.
4.	Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15 minutes.
5.	Mix in 3-4 tablespoons of instant coffee until well combined.
6.	Strain the coffee mixture and discard the spices.
7.	Make sure to pour the coffee while it is still hot, add a small amount of evaporated milk to each cup to taste.

PROS

Café de Olla is a unique and delicious way to drink coffee.

The warm and spicy flavors make it perfect for cold mornings or cozy evenings.

It’s an easy recipe to make and can be enjoyed by coffee lovers everywhere.

CONS

This coffee is not suitable for those who cannot tolerate caffeine.

It also contains sugar, which may not be suitable for some diets.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Café de Olla is believed to have some health benefits.
The cinnamon in this recipe has been shown to lower blood sugar levels and improve heart health.
The anise seed is believed to aid digestion and reduce inflammation. Coffee, when consumed in moderation, is high in antioxidants and may lower the risk of certain diseases.

	4 cups water
	1/2 cup packed piloncillo ( or packed dark brown sugar )
	2 medium cinnamon sticks
	1/4 teaspoon anise seed
	2 whole cloves
	3 -4 tablespoons good quality instant coffee
	1 can evaporated milk