Make the Cardamom Water & Brew Coffee

In a medium saucepan combine 4 1/2 cups of water with the cardamom pods. Bring to a boil. Lower heat and continue to simmer for 5 minutes.

In the meantime, grind your coffee beans and place the grounds in your coffee machine or French press. 

Use 4 cups of the cardamom water to brew your coffee. ** For a regular coffee maker, remove the cardamom pods. If using a French press you can add the pods to the press along with the water since they will be strained out. In a French press, brew for 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.

Make the Simple Syrup

While the coffee is brewing combine the 1/2 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water in a small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, gently whisking the entire time.

When you can’t see the sugar granules anymore and the liquid is clear, the syrup is done. Remove from heat and set aside to cool. ***

Make the Iced Coffee

Fill two glasses halfway with ice cubes.

Pour coffee over the ice. Add milk or coffee creamer according to your tastes. Sweeten with simple syrup and give it a good stir. Enjoy! (I use about 2 tablespoons of syrup & about 1/2 cup low-fat milk per glass. My husband prefers more milk and more syrup.)