Mazagran (Algerian Iced Coffee)
Mazagran (مزغران), also called Café Mazagran, is an iced coffee from Algeria. Often deemed the original iced coffee, mazagran originated from a city in Algeria with the same name. It is said that the drink was created by French colonial troops while in captivity in Mazagran Fortress. After they were freed, the French soldiers introduced the drink to Parisian cafés, where the beverage became trendy for some time. However, these days, the consumption of Mazagran in both Algeria and France is consi
- Prep
- 12 min
- Cook
- 29 min
- Total
- 41 min
- Servings
- As written in source
- Difficulty
- Easy
Timings are approximate — worked out from the method, not measured in a test kitchen.
Ingredients
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Cooking instructions
Procedure
Fill a tall, narrow glass with the ice cubes.
Procedure
Pour the coffee over the ice.
Procedure
Add the lemon juice and sugar to taste.
Procedure
Add the lemon slice or wedge as a final touch if desired.
Notes, tips, and variations
In some recipes, a sugar syrup is poured into the glass first, then a mixture of water and lemon juice is gently and carefully added afterwards so that the two ingredients don't mix. Ice cubes and black coffee are added later with a sprinkle of lemon zest.
Notes, tips, and variations
Some European variations suggest adding rum.
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Storage
Cool completely, then keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheating
Reheat gently with a splash of water in a covered pan, rather than blasting it, so nothing dries out.
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