How To Make Nitro Coffee At Home
Brew creamy, rich Nitro coffee from the comfort of your kitchen with just a few key ingredients and a whipping siphon.
Equipment
- Espresso machine (or alternative for brewing espresso)
- Mixing glass or cocktail shaker
- Whipping siphon
- Nitrogen cartridge (2 grams)
- Strainer
- Ice
- Bar spoon or stirrer
- Measuring jigger
- Citrus peeler (for garnishing with orange peel)
Ingredients
- 4 oz espresso
- 1 oz rich simple syrup
- 6-8 dashes Angostura bitters
- 6-8 dashes orange bitters
- 20 drops Luxardo maraschino liqueur
Instructions
- Start by brewing 4 oz of strong espresso. You can use an espresso machine, AeroPress, or Moka pot to create a rich, concentrated coffee base. Here’s how:Ensure the espresso is strong and robust, as this will be the foundation of your Nitro coffee. If you don’t have an espresso machine, a French press can also be used. Just make sure the coffee is strong enough to hold up against the nitrogen infusion.Grind your coffee beans to a fine consistency. Use a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:2 to ensure a bold flavor. Brew your coffee until you have 4 oz of espresso.
- Now, mix your freshly brewed 4 oz of espresso with 1 oz of rich simple syrup in a mixing glass. Add 6-8 dashes of Angostura bitters, 6-8 dashes of orange bitters, and 20 drops of Luxardo maraschino liqueur. You can also include mascerated cherries for extra sweetness and flavor.Stir the mixture well over ice to ensure all ingredients are fully combined and chilled. This step is key for creating a balanced flavor profile before the nitro infusion.
- Pour the espresso mixture over a glass filled with ice. This step helps cool down the coffee and prepares it for the nitro infusion. Here’s how:Allow the coffee to cool for a minute or two. This ensures it’s cold and ready for the next step. Alternatively, you can chill the mixture in the refrigerator if you prefer to avoid dilution from the ice.Fill a mixing glass or cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Pour the espresso, bitters, syrup, and liqueur mixture over the ice. Stir gently to thoroughly chill the coffee mixture.
- Now, it’s time to infuse the coffee with nitrogen using a whipping siphon. Follow these steps:Make sure the siphon is tightly sealed before shaking. This step is key to creating the signature creamy, foamy texture of Nitro coffee. Let the siphon sit for 5 minutes to condition the coffee before serving.Pour the chilled coffee mixture into the siphon, ensuring there’s enough space left for the nitrogen to be properly infused. Securely attach a 2-gram nitrogen cartridge to the siphon. Shake the siphon well for about 30 seconds to thoroughly infuse the coffee with nitrogen.
- Finally, dispense your Nitro coffee into a glass and add your favorite garnish. Here are some ideas to enhance the presentation and flavor:Enjoy your homemade Nitro coffee! It’s a delicious and refreshing drink that’s easy to make at home, perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.Garnish with a twist of orange peel to complement the citrus notes from the orange bitters. Add a few coffee beans on top for a decorative touch. Drizzle with caramel or chocolate syrup for a sweet finish.
