Blueberry Basil Pour Over with Lemon Cream
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet blueberries, fresh basil, and creamy lemon twist
January 2, 2025
Looking for a coffee drink that tastes like summer in a glass? This Blueberry Basil Pour Over combines bright fruit flavors with aromatic herbs and a citrusy cream topping that'll make your taste buds dance!
This recipe uses a light roast coffee that perfectly complements the sweet blueberries and fresh basil. The pour-over method brings out the coffee's natural fruity notes, while the homemade lemon cream adds a smooth, tangy finish. Perfect for hot summer afternoons or weekend brunches.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This creative coffee drink brings together unexpected flavors that work amazingly well together!
- Super refreshing and perfect for summer
- Customizable sweetness levels
- Instagram-worthy presentation
- Packed with antioxidants from both coffee and blueberries
Blueberry Basil Pour Over with Lemon Cream
A refreshing iced coffee with sweet blueberries, fresh basil, and creamy lemon twist
Iced Coffee, Pour Over Coffee, Blueberry Coffee, Basil Coffee, Summer Coffee, Fruit Coffee
Equipment
- Pour-over coffee maker
- Coffee filter
- Coffee grinder
- Muddler
- Whisk
- Glass
Ingredients
- 20g light roast coffee beans
- 300ml filtered water at 200°F
- 1/2 cup fresh blueberries
- 3-4 fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Grind coffee beans to medium-coarse consistency
- Prepare pour-over coffee using hot water and let it cool
- Muddle blueberries and basil leaves in a glass
- Whisk heavy cream with lemon zest until slightly thickened
- Fill glass with ice cubes
- Pour cooled coffee over the ice and muddled mixture
- Drizzle with honey
- Top with lemon cream and garnish with fresh basil and blueberries
Pro Tips
- Use fresh blueberries when in season for the best flavor
- Choose a light roast coffee to complement the fruit flavors
- Muddle the basil gently to release oils without making it bitter
- Chill your glass beforehand for the best experience
Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 24g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 6g, Cholesterol: 35mg, Sodium: 30mg, Potassium: 210mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 20g, Vitamin A: 380IU, Vitamin C: 9mg, Calcium: 45mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT5M
Servings:
1 serving
Total Time:
PT15M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
