Earl Grey Infused French Press with Bergamot Cream
A cozy French press coffee with fragrant Earl Grey and creamy bergamot whipped cream
May 23, 2025
Love Earl Grey tea? This creative coffee fusion brings together the bold richness of French press coffee with the elegant bergamot notes of Earl Grey tea. The result is a perfectly balanced drink topped with a cloud of bergamot-infused whipped cream.
This recipe is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using a medium-dark roast coffee and quality Earl Grey tea, you'll create a unique brew that's enhanced by a luxurious homemade bergamot cream. Perfect for slow weekend mornings or afternoon tea time with friends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Discover a delightful fusion of coffee and tea traditions with this unique recipe:
- Perfect blend of coffee and Earl Grey flavors
- Easy to make with simple brewing techniques
- Customizable strength to suit your taste
- Impressive presentation with the bergamot cream topping
Earl Grey Infused French Press with Bergamot Cream
A cozy French press coffee with fragrant Earl Grey and creamy bergamot whipped cream
Earl Grey Coffee, French Press Coffee, Bergamot Cream, Coffee Tea Fusion, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Electric kettle
- Measuring spoons
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Tea strainer
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 Earl Grey tea bags
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 teaspoon bergamot extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Instructions
- Heat water to 200°F (94°C)
- Add ground coffee to French press
- Pour half the hot water over the grounds and let bloom for 30 seconds
- Add remaining water and steep for 4 minutes
- Meanwhile, steep Earl Grey tea bags in a separate cup for 3 minutes
- Combine tea and pressed coffee
- Whip heavy cream with bergamot extract and powdered sugar until soft peaks form
- Pour coffee-tea mixture into cups and top with bergamot cream
Pro Tips
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
- Steep the Earl Grey tea separately to control the strength
- Chill your cream thoroughly before whipping for the best texture
- Make the bergamot cream ahead of time for convenience
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 16g, Saturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 55mg, Sodium: 28mg, Potassium: 98mg, Sugar: 6g, Calcium: 35mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
