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Mexican Cafe De Olla Decaf

This is a decaffinated versionn of the classic cafe olla! From gourmet sleuth. This drink is traditionally prepared in a earthenware pots called ollas. The earthenware lends some of the unique flavor to this drink.

Steps

Heat 3 cups of the water , sugar and cinnamon in a medium saucepan , stirring frequently.
Bring the mixture to a boil , making sure to stir till the sugar dissolves.
Turn the heat down to medium and simmer , stirring frequently , for 20 minutes until the mixture is reduced by a quarter.
The last 5 minutes , add the 1 tbls.
Cornstarch to the remaining 1 cup of water , mix completely , and add to the water / cinnamon mix.
Cook for 5 more minutes.
Add the ground coffee and stir until the mixture returns to a boil.
Remove the pan from the heat , cover and allow to stand for at least five minutes.
Strain the mixture using a fine sieve or a double layer of cheesecloth.
Pour into mugs and serve while hot.
Top with a few aniseeds if you like.

Ingredients

water, dark brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cornstarch, coffee beans, anise seed