Gourmet coffee recipes with Café Castelo

At Café Castelo, we know that every coffee bean holds a promise of flavor and pleasure. That's why we've developed exclusive blends, each with its own character. We also stock original beans and grands crus to satisfy every coffee lover. Here's how you can turn these unique coffees into delicious gourmet drinks at home.

Black Honey Cold Brew

For coffee lovers looking to escape the summer heat, our Black Honey cold brew is the perfect drink. Round and creamy with woody notes, Miel Noir lends itself beautifully to the preparation of cold brew, exalting its aromas without a trace of bitterness. This is the type of coffee we use for our cold brew in our boutiques.

Ingredients:

• 100g Honey Black coffee, coarse grind OR 50g Honey Black in Universal Grind
• 1 liter cold water
• Ice cubes
• Vanilla syrup or cream (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix the ground coffee with the cold water in a large container.
2. Leave the mixture to rest in the fridge for 12 to 24 hours.
3. Filter the coffee through a fine-mesh filter or a paper coffee filter.
4. Serve over ice, adding vanilla syrup or a touch of cream if desired.

The best Espresso tonic recipe - Calamaro

Lively and boldly spicy, Calamaro is our tribute to robust Italian espressos. Transform it into a refreshing espresso tonic that marries the strength of espresso with the sparkling lightness of tonic.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of Le Calamaro espresso
• Tonic water
• Ice
• Lemon slice for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare a shot of strong espresso with Calamaro.
2. Fill a glass halfway with ice.
3. Pour the espresso over the ice.
4. Top up with tonic to taste.
5. Garnish with a slice of lemon. Serve immediately.

Indonesian mocha - Kalossi Celebes

Our Kalossi Celebes, with its smoky cocoa notes, is perfect for a rich, aromatic mocha. This recipe combines the depth of Kalossi Celebes with the sweetness of chocolate for a truly indulgent experience.

Ingredients:

• 1 shot of Kalossi Celebes espresso
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar (adjust to taste)
• 200 ml milk
• Whipped cream (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare a shot of espresso with Le Kalossi Celebes.
2. In a saucepan, heat the milk with the cocoa powder and sugar, and whisk until the mixture is hot and frothy.
3. Pour the espresso into a large cup.
4. Add the hot milk and cocoa mixture.
5. Garnish with whipped cream and serve hot.

These recipes are just a few ways to enjoy Café Castelo's exclusive blends and original beans. Whether you're looking for freshness or warmth, sweetness or strength, we've got the coffee for you. Explore these recipes at home, or come and taste them prepared by our experts.