Charcoal Vanilla Bean Pour Over with Black Salt
A trendy black coffee with smooth vanilla and a hint of mineral-rich black salt
January 25, 2025
Looking for a coffee that's both Instagram-worthy and delicious? This Charcoal Vanilla Bean Pour Over combines activated charcoal's striking black color with real vanilla bean's sweet warmth, finished with a pinch of black salt for an unexpected mineral twist.
This eye-catching drink is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using your favorite medium-dark roast coffee beans and a pour-over method creates the perfect base for the activated charcoal and vanilla infusion. It's perfect for slow mornings or when you want to impress your coffee-loving friends.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This unique coffee creation will become your new favorite! Here's why:
- Stunning black color from food-grade activated charcoal
- Natural sweetness from real vanilla bean
- Mineral complexity from black salt
- Health benefits from activated charcoal's detoxifying properties
Charcoal Vanilla Bean Pour Over with Black Salt
A trendy black coffee with smooth vanilla and a hint of mineral-rich black salt
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Equipment
- Pour-over dripper
- Paper filter
- Coffee grinder
- Digital scale
- Gooseneck kettle
- Serving mug
Ingredients
- 20g medium-dark roast coffee beans
- 300ml filtered water (205°F/96°C)
- 1/4 tsp food-grade activated charcoal powder
- 1 vanilla bean, split and scraped
- 1/8 tsp black salt (kala namak)
- Optional: monk fruit sweetener to taste
Instructions
- Heat filtered water to 205°F (96°C)
- Grind coffee beans to medium-coarse consistency
- Place filter in pour-over dripper and rinse with hot water
- Add ground coffee to filter
- Pour 50ml water for blooming and wait 30 seconds
- Gradually pour remaining water in circular motion
- Once coffee is brewed, stir in activated charcoal powder
- Add scraped vanilla bean seeds
- Finish with a pinch of black salt
- Stir gently and serve hot
Pro Tips
- Use food-grade activated charcoal powder only
- Grind coffee beans just before brewing for the freshest taste
- Warm your cup before brewing to maintain optimal temperature
- Add the charcoal powder after brewing to prevent filter clogging
Calories: 15kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Sodium: 180mg, Potassium: 116mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 0g, Calcium: 28mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT4M
Servings:
1 serving (12 oz)
Total Time:
PT9M
Prep. Time:
PT5M
