Thai Basil Coconut Cold Brew with Lychee Syrup

A refreshing cold brew with creamy coconut, fragrant Thai basil, and sweet lychee

Love Thai flavors? This creative cold brew combines smooth coffee with creamy coconut milk, aromatic Thai basil, and sweet lychee syrup for a refreshing tropical twist that'll transport you straight to Bangkok's bustling streets.

This drink is super simple to whip up at home. Just steep your favorite medium-dark roast coffee overnight, then mix it with homemade lychee syrup and coconut milk. The Thai basil adds an unexpected herbal pop that perfectly complements the coffee's rich notes. Perfect for hot summer days or whenever you need a taste of the tropics!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:

Unique flavor combo of coffee, coconut, and Thai basil
Make ahead friendly - cold brew keeps for days
Customizable sweetness with homemade lychee syrup
Refreshingly different from regular iced coffee

Thai Basil Coconut Cold Brew with Lychee Syrup

A refreshing cold brew with creamy coconut, fragrant Thai basil, and sweet lychee

Cold Brew Coffee, Thai Basil, Coconut Milk, Lychee Syrup, Iced Coffee, Thai Coffee, Tropical Coffee

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Equipment

Large jar or pitcher
Fine-mesh strainer
Saucepan
Muddler
Measuring cups and spoons
Tall glasses

Ingredients

1 cup coarse ground medium-dark roast coffee
4 cups cold filtered water
1 cup fresh or canned lychees
1 cup sugar
1 cup water (for syrup)
1 cup full-fat coconut milk
8-10 fresh Thai basil leaves, plus more for garnish
Ice cubes

Instructions

**Make the cold brew**: Combine ground coffee with 4 cups cold water in a large jar. Steep in the refrigerator for 12 hours
**Prepare lychee syrup**: Combine lychees, sugar, and 1 cup water in a saucepan. Simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and cool
**Infuse coconut milk**: Gently muddle Thai basil leaves with coconut milk. Let steep for 30 minutes, then strain
**Assemble the drink**: Fill glasses with ice. Pour 1/2 cup cold brew concentrate into each glass
**Add remaining ingredients**: Add 2 tablespoons lychee syrup and 1/4 cup Thai basil coconut milk to each glass
**Garnish and serve**: Stir well, garnish with fresh Thai basil leaves

Pro Tips

**Cold brew concentrate**: Use a 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio for a stronger brew that won't get diluted by ice
**Fresh Thai basil**: Look for bright green, aromatic leaves - they're key to the authentic flavor
**Coconut milk tip**: Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture
**Prep ahead**: The lychee syrup keeps for up to 2 weeks in the fridge

Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 8g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 225mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 25g, Calcium: 12mg, Iron: 1mg

Iced

Healthy

Beverage

Drink

Thai