Yuzu Honey AeroPress with Green Tea Essence
A refreshing coffee blend with citrusy yuzu, sweet honey, and delicate green tea notes
May 27, 2025
Looking for a unique coffee experience? This Japanese-inspired AeroPress creation combines bright yuzu citrus and smooth honey with subtle green tea undertones for a perfectly balanced cup that'll wake up your taste buds!
This recipe is super simple to make with your AeroPress. We use medium-roast beans for the perfect base, then add natural yuzu juice and local honey, finishing with a gentle touch of premium green tea. It's great for slow mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups when you want something special.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary cup of coffee! Here's why you'll love it:
- Perfect balance of citrus, honey, and tea
- Quick and easy to make with an AeroPress
- Uniquely refreshing fusion of Japanese flavors
- Customizable sweetness levels
Yuzu Honey AeroPress with Green Tea Essence
A refreshing coffee blend with citrusy yuzu, sweet honey, and delicate green tea notes
Yuzu Coffee, Green Tea Coffee, AeroPress Recipe, Japanese Coffee, Honey Coffee, Citrus Coffee
Equipment
- AeroPress
- Coffee grinder
- Scale
- Kettle
- Stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 17g medium-roast coffee beans, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon yuzu juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 30ml green tea essence (strongly brewed green tea)
- 200ml hot water (80°C/176°F)
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency
- Set up your AeroPress in the inverted position
- Add ground coffee to the AeroPress
- Pour half the hot water (100ml) over the grounds and stir gently
- Add honey and yuzu juice, stir to combine
- Add remaining hot water
- Attach filter and cap, let steep for 1 minute
- Flip and press slowly into your cup
- Add green tea essence and stir gently
Pro Tips
- Use **fresh yuzu juice** if available, or substitute with a mixture of lemon and mandarin juice
- Choose a light to medium roast coffee to complement the citrus notes
- Add the green tea essence at the very end to preserve its delicate flavor
- Warm your honey slightly for better dissolution
Calories: 85kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 5mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 21g
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT2M
Servings:
1 serving (240ml)
Total Time:
PT7M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
