Making black pepper coffee is more than just adding a pinch of black pepper to your cup of joe. It's a way of lif–
Alright. I admit it. It’s not a way of life at all.
But it’s still pretty tasty!
This strong, spicy, caffeinated beverage is perfect for those who need an extra boost of energy in the morning or afternoon, but still want to try something different (and are willing to go to short lengths to achieve it).
Add a touch of sophistication (and spice) to your coffee break with black pepper coffee—a truly unconventional and unexpected recipe. Hey, it's good when they add it to chocolate, right?
Here's how you make it step by step!
How to Make Black Pepper Coffee
Ingredients:
- The strongest coffee you can find (How about the strongest coffee in the world?)
- ~1 tsp of black pepper per cup of coffee you'd like to make.
- Really. That's all you need—Oh, and some water would be nice.
- (Optional) any other spices or syrups you think would make a good pairing—see the last part of this article for ideas.
Instructions:
- Start with strong coffee. You'll need a strong brew to stand up to the addition of black pepper. (I recommend using a dark roast.)
- Add a generous amount of black pepper to the coffee grounds before brewing. A good rule of thumb is 1 teaspoon per 8 ounces of water.
- Brew your coffee as normal. The longer the brewing time, the stronger the final drink will be. This is because the ground coffee beans have more time to release their flavor (and caffeine) into the water. So, if you want a truly strong cup of black pepper coffee, be patient and let it brew for a while.
- Serve black pepper coffee with milk or cream and a sprinkle of black pepper on top. Enjoy!
For the truly adventurous coffee drinkers out there, you don't have to stop there. Try adding other spices to your black pepper coffee, like cinnamon or nutmeg. Or, go completely off the beaten path and add a savory spice like cardamom or cloves.
The possibilities are endless—just be sure to keep the strong coffee flavor at the forefront. After all, that's what the best coffee recipes are all about.
Here are some other variations of this drink you can try making:
- Black Pepper Iced Coffee – Simply brew a strong batch of black pepper coffee and pour it over ice. Add milk or cream and sweeten to taste.
- Spiced Black Pepper Coffee – For an extra kick, add a pinch of ground cloves, nutmeg, and/or cinnamon to the coffee grounds before brewing.
- Black Pepper Coffee with Chocolate – Add a touch of chocolate to your black pepper coffee by stirring in some unsweetened cocoa powder or melted dark chocolate. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cocoa powder for an extra-indulgent treat.
- Espresso con Pfeffer – Make a double shot of espresso and add freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serve with milk or cream on the side, if desired.
- Black Pepper Coffee Cocktail – Mix 1 part black pepper coffee with 1 part bourbon (or other whiskey) and 1 part simple syrup. Serve over ice and enjoy!
Maybe you'll love it and maybe you'll hate it—but it's a unique flavor that's definitely worth trying at least once. Cheers!
