The British supermarket chain Morrisons is showing how sales of latte and cappuccino have risen by 40% and 18% respectively.
This is probably part of the upheaval and uncertainty of the financial markets. And that’s not just across the pond. For many of us it means we’re not stopping at the local coffee shop on our way to the office.
Smart shoppers are finding ways to still have their coffee every day and keep their budgets in trim as well.
I’m having a great time playing with the recipes over at Gourmet Sleuth. Jillian loved her Carmel Macchiato.
I just wanted to share another with you. For a gathering of friends try iced coffee Constantine. It’s a perfect drink for those autumn days. The cardamon and cinnamon just fit the crisp mornings and warm afternoons. I’m planning on serving it this weekend. Have some friends coming over for an evening of cards. Enjoy!
Starbucks Iced Constantine Coffee
These are copycat recipes and not the actual propriety recipe that is property of Starbucks.
I N G R E D I E N T S
2/3 cup ground dark roast coffee
4 cinnamon sticks, crushed or broken into small pieces
6 cups water
1/2 tsp. ground cardamom
2/3 cup honey
Ice cubes
Half-and-half or milk
I N S T R U C T I O N S
Mix together the coffee and cinnamon sticks. Using the coffee-cinnamon mixture and the water, brew coffee by your customary brewing method. Add the cardamom and honey to the hot coffee and stir until the honey dissolves. Cover and chill.
To serve, fill tall glasses with ice cubes. Pour about 2/3 cup chilled coffee into each glass. Pass the half-and-half or milk.
Serves 8.
Not the usual grind,
A tip of the mug to The Press Association for the heads up and dj eyewater for the use of the photo
And to the folks at Gourmet Sleuth many thanks.