Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsRuffino's On The RiverFresh Brewed Mello Joy Coffee Recipe

Fresh Brewed Mello Joy Coffee Recipe

Time15m
Serves4

Decaf Beverages Available Upon Request

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Ingredients

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Coffee Ingredients

Flavoring (Optional)

Method

Brewing the Coffee

  1. 1

    Boil Water

    In a kettle, bring 4 cups of water to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add Coffee

    Once the water is boiling, remove it from the heat and add 0.5 cups of coarse ground coffee beans. Stir gently to combine.

  3. 3

    Steep

    Cover the kettle and let the coffee steep for about 4 to 5 minutes to achieve a rich flavor.

  4. 4

    Strain Coffee

    After steeping, strain the coffee using a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter into a large jug or pot to remove the grounds.

Serving the Coffee

  1. 5

    Add Milk or Cream

    Pour in 0.5 cups of milk or cream into the brewed coffee and stir well.

  2. 6

    Sweeten

    Add the sweetener of your choice (sugar, honey, or syrup) to taste, stirring until fully dissolved.

  3. 7

    Flavoring (Optional)

    If desired, add 1 tsp of vanilla extract, 0.5 tsp of cinnamon powder, or 1 tbs of chocolate syrup for extra flavor. Stir until combined.

  4. 8

    Serve

    Pour the coffee into cups and serve warm. Offer decaf options upon request.

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