
Blackberry Thyme Pour Over with Maple Foam
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet blackberries and aromatic thyme topped with fluffy maple foam
May 15, 2025
Looking for a coffee drink that's both refreshing and unique? This Blackberry Thyme Pour Over combines fresh summer berries and aromatic herbs with smooth coffee, all topped with a dreamy maple-sweetened foam that'll make your taste buds dance!
This recipe uses a medium-light roast coffee that perfectly complements the sweet blackberries and earthy thyme. The pour-over method brings out the coffee's bright notes, while the maple foam adds a touch of sweetness. It's perfect for warm afternoons or weekend brunches when you want something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary iced coffee! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Perfect balance of fruit, herbs, and coffee
- Easy to customize the sweetness level
- Beautiful presentation with purple-tinted foam
- Refreshing summer drink that's still coffee-forward

Blackberry Thyme Pour Over with Maple Foam
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet blackberries and aromatic thyme topped with fluffy maple foam
Iced Coffee, Pour Over Coffee, Blackberry Coffee, Herb Coffee, Summer Coffee, Maple Foam
Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Coffee filter
- Coffee grinder
- Scale
- Kettle
- Milk frother
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
Ingredients
- 20g medium-light roast coffee beans
- 300ml filtered water at 200°F
- 6 fresh blackberries
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 120ml cold milk (any type)
- Ice cubes
- Additional thyme sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Muddle blackberries with 1 tablespoon maple syrup and 1 sprig thyme. Strain and set aside.
- Grind coffee beans to medium-fine consistency.
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water.
- Add ground coffee and begin pour-over process with 200°F water.
- In a separate container, froth cold milk with remaining maple syrup until foamy.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the blackberry syrup over the ice.
- Add the freshly brewed coffee.
- Top with maple foam and garnish with remaining thyme sprig.
Pro Tips
- Use fresh blackberries when in season for the best flavor
- Don't skip straining the blackberry syrup - it ensures a smooth drink
- Chill your glass beforehand for the best iced coffee experience
- Fresh thyme works better than dried for this recipe
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 6g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 12mg, Sodium: 87mg, Potassium: 375mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 27g, Vitamin A: 195IU, Vitamin C: 9mg, Calcium: 168mg, Iron: 1mg