Step 1

Place milk into a microwave safe jar and heat for about 30 seconds, until warm. Tightly screw lid onto jar and shake for a few seconds, until milk is foamy.  Use caution when unscrewing lid as pressure may build up.

Step 2

Place 2 tablespoons of brown sugar cardamom syrup in a mug. Pour hot, strong coffee over syrup. Top with foamy milk.

Step 3

In a small pan over low heat, toast the cardamom pods until fragrant, stirring often. Watch closely to avoid burning them.

Step 4

Using a mortar and pestle, lightly crush the cardamom pods. Pour the pods and any exposed seeds into a medium sauce pan.

Step 5

Add the water and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 6

Strain solids through a fine mesh sieve. Store syrup in the refrigerator in a sealed container.