Black Sesame Espresso with Salted Honey Crystal Foam

A creamy iced espresso with nutty black sesame and sweet-salty honey crystal foam

Love unique coffee drinks? This Black Sesame Espresso combines rich espresso with nutty black sesame paste and a cloud-like honey crystal foam that's perfectly sweet and salty. It's a creative twist on your usual iced coffee that'll make you feel like you're in a trendy Tokyo café!

This drink is surprisingly easy to whip up at home. Using freshly pulled espresso shots (or strong cold brew), creamy black sesame paste, and a simple honey-salt foam, you'll create a perfectly balanced drink. The dark roast coffee pairs amazingly with the toasted sesame flavors. Perfect for warm afternoons or whenever you're craving something special.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your ordinary coffee drink! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:

Perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors
Instagram-worthy layers of black and white
Customizable sweetness levels
Rich in antioxidants from both coffee and black sesame

Black Sesame Espresso with Salted Honey Crystal Foam

A creamy iced espresso with nutty black sesame and sweet-salty honey crystal foam

Black Sesame Coffee, Japanese Coffee, Iced Coffee, Honey Foam Coffee, Specialty Coffee

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Equipment

Espresso machine
Whisk or electric mixer
Tall glass
Measuring spoons
Small bowl

Ingredients

2 shots espresso
2 tablespoons black sesame paste
2 tablespoons honey
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup cold heavy cream
Ice cubes
Black sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Combine honey and sea salt in a small bowl, stirring until dissolved
In a cold bowl, whip heavy cream with the honey-salt mixture until soft peaks form
In a tall glass, stir together black sesame paste with 2 tablespoons hot water until smooth
Fill glass with ice cubes
Pour espresso shots over ice
Top with the salted honey crystal foam
Garnish with a sprinkle of black sesame seeds

Pro Tips

**Toast your own black sesame seeds** and grind them fresh for the best flavor
**Chill your glass** beforehand to keep the layers distinct
**Use coarse sea salt** in the foam for better texture and flavor
**Pull your espresso shots** directly over ice to prevent bitterness

Calories: 245kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 48mg, Sodium: 310mg, Potassium: 180mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 85mg, Iron: 2mg

Dessert

Iced

Beverage

Drink

Japanese