Celebrate Heritage Day with Jacobs Coffee and Win!
Heritage Day is more than just a day off – it’s a celebration of who we are as South Africans. It’s the smell of smoke as it rises into the spring air, the laughter of friends gathered around the fire and the proud sharing of family recipes passed down through generations, and what better way to finish it all off than with a refreshing iced coffee.
This year, Jacobs Coffee invites you to add a new twist to tradition: coffee-infused braai dishes. By weaving the rich, full-bodied flavour of Jacobs into your marinades, rubs, refreshments or desserts, you can transform everyday favourites into something unforgettable.
Celebrate Heritage Day with Jacobs Coffee
Coffee-Infused Braai Recipe Spotlight
Jacobs Coffee-Crusted Steak with BBQ Marinade
Ingredients – Marinade
- ½ cup Jacobs Kronung, brewed
- ½ cup ketchup
- 2 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp chilli powder (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Ingredients – Steak Rub
- 2 ribeye or sirloin steaks
- 2 Tbsp Jacobs Kronung (Pure Instant granules)
- 1 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
Method
- Prepare the BBQ marinade by simmering all ingredients for 10–15 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Mix rub ingredients in a small bowl. Lightly oil the steaks, then coat evenly. Rest at room temperature for 20–30 minutes.
- Grill steaks over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side for medium-rare, brushing with marinade in the final minute.
- Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Drizzle with extra marinade.
- Serving suggestion: pair with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a crisp green salad, and enjoy a refreshing Jacobs Coffee iced drink.
Serving suggestion: Pair with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables or a crisp green salad – and of course, end off your afternoon with a refreshing iced coffee.
WIN! Enter Now To Win This Heritage Month with Jacobs Coffee
For those looking for that refreshing sign off, you can try the Jacobs-infused iced coffee.
With recipes like these, Jacobs Coffee isn’t just part of your morning ritual – it’s part of your heritage celebrations, enriching every gathering with flavour, creativity, and connection.
We’re inviting you to bring a coffee twist to your braai. Whether it’s in a marinade, a rub, a refreshing iced coffee, or even dessert. Show us how Jacobs inspires your braai table, and you could WIN a Jacobs Coffee hamper worth R1000!
How to Enter the Jacobs Coffee Heritage Day Competition
- Follow Jacobs Coffee and Just Trimmings on either Facebook or Instagram
- Show us your Jacobs Coffee–inspired braai twist (recipe, photo or video).
- Tag both accounts (Jacobs Coffee and Just Trimmings) and use #BraaiAndBrewWithJacobsCoffee
- Bonus: Tag your braai buddy for extra chance to win!
| Competition Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Competition Goes Live | 12 September 2025 |
| Entries Close | 25 September 2025 |
| Winner Announced | 27 September 2025 |
| Prize | Jacobs Coffee hamper packed with coffee goodness, valued at R1000 |
The winner will be chosen based on high engagement rates, including likes and comments. Make sure you use any Jacobs Coffee product(s) and follow Jacobs Coffee on Instagram and Facebook to be considered.
Competition is only open to residents of Gauteng.
Good luck!
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