Thai Basil Honey Iced Pour Over
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet honey and aromatic Thai basil for a unique twist
May 4, 2025
Looking for a creative spin on your iced coffee? This Thai Basil Honey Iced Pour Over combines the bright, sweet notes of local honey with fresh Thai basil for a refreshing and unexpected flavor combo that'll wake up your taste buds!
This recipe is a breeze to make at home. Using a medium-dark roast coffee brings out deep notes that perfectly balance the honey's sweetness and the herb's pepperiness. It's the perfect pick-me-up for hot summer days when you want something different from your usual iced coffee.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your average iced coffee! Here's why you'll love it:
- Unique herb and honey combo that's both refreshing and sophisticated
- Super easy to make with simple ingredients
- Customizable sweetness levels to match your taste
- Perfect for hot summer days when you want something special
Thai Basil Honey Iced Pour Over
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet honey and aromatic Thai basil for a unique twist
Iced Coffee, Thai Basil, Honey Coffee, Pour Over Coffee, Cold Coffee, Herb Coffee
Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Paper filter
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Scale
- Muddler
- Tall glass
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons medium-dark roast coffee beans, freshly ground
- 12 oz filtered water, heated to 200°F
- 4-5 fresh Thai basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Ice cubes
- Optional: 1 Thai basil sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to medium-coarse consistency
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water
- Add ground coffee to filter
- Pour hot water over grounds in circular motion (30-second bloom, then steady pour)
- In a glass, muddle Thai basil leaves with honey
- Fill glass with ice cubes
- Pour hot coffee directly over ice
- Stir well to combine honey and basil flavors
- Garnish with Thai basil sprig if desired
Pro Tips
- Use fresh Thai basil leaves - they have a different flavor than regular basil
- Warm the honey slightly before mixing for better dissolution
- Chill your glass beforehand for the best iced coffee experience
- Make coffee ice cubes to prevent dilution
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 23g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 100mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 21g, Vitamin A: 15IU, Vitamin C: 1mg, Calcium: 8mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT3M
Servings:
1 serving (16 oz)
Total Time:
PT8M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
