
Pistachio Rose French Press with Dates and Cardamom
A dreamy coffee treat with sweet dates, fragrant cardamom, and delicate rose petals
July 17, 2025
Love Middle Eastern flavors? This Pistachio Rose French Press coffee brings together the sweetness of dates, the warmth of cardamom, and the delicate touch of rose petals for a truly special coffee experience. The crushed pistachios add a nutty richness that makes every sip memorable.
This recipe uses a medium-dark roast coffee brewed in a French press, letting all the flavors mingle perfectly. The natural sweetness from the dates means no extra sugar needed. It's the perfect treat for a relaxing afternoon or when you want to impress guests with something different.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary cup of coffee! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
- Natural sweetness from dates instead of refined sugar
- Unique flavor combination that's both exotic and comforting
- Easy to customize the sweetness and spice levels
- Perfect for entertaining guests with something special

Pistachio Rose French Press with Dates and Cardamom
A dreamy coffee treat with sweet dates, fragrant cardamom, and delicate rose petals
Middle Eastern Coffee, French Press Coffee, Pistachio Coffee, Rose Coffee, Date Coffee, Cardamom Coffee, Specialty Coffee
Equipment
- French press
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Measuring spoons
- Mortar and pestle (for cardamom)
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted and finely chopped
- 4 cardamom pods, crushed
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, crushed
- 1 teaspoon dried rose petals, plus more for garnish
- 16 oz hot water (200°F)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Coarsely grind the coffee beans
- Add ground coffee, crushed cardamom pods, and chopped dates to the French press
- Pour hot water (200°F) over the mixture
- Stir gently and let steep for 4 minutes
- Press the plunger down slowly
- Pour into cups and top with crushed pistachios and rose petals
- Add a tiny pinch of salt to enhance flavors
Pro Tips
- **Toast the pistachios** briefly before crushing for enhanced flavor
- **Grind the cardamom pods** fresh for the best aroma
- **Use Medjool dates** for their natural caramel-like sweetness
- **Don't over-steep** the coffee to avoid bitterness
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 5g, Sodium: 75mg, Potassium: 325mg, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 20g, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 1mg