Lychee Rose Cold Brew with Jasmine Pearls
A refreshing cold brew with sweet lychee and delicate rose-jasmine notes
February 5, 2025
Looking for a dreamy summer coffee experience? This Lychee Rose Cold Brew combines smooth Japanese-style cold brew with sweet lychee and delicate floral notes from rose syrup and jasmine pearls. It's like sipping a garden in bloom!
This elegant drink is surprisingly simple to make at home. Just cold brew your jasmine pearl tea and coffee separately, then mix with homemade lychee syrup and a touch of rose. Using high-quality medium roast beans keeps everything balanced and refreshing.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll fall in love:
- Perfect balance of floral and fruity flavors
- Make ahead friendly - prep everything the night before
- Naturally sweetened with real lychee
- Refreshingly different from regular iced coffee
Lychee Rose Cold Brew with Jasmine Pearls
A refreshing cold brew with sweet lychee and delicate rose-jasmine notes
Cold Brew Coffee, Lychee Drink, Rose Coffee, Jasmine Tea, Floral Coffee, Asian Coffee, Summer Coffee
Equipment
- Cold brew filter or large mason jar
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tall glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 4 cups filtered water, divided
- 1/2 cup medium roast coffee beans, coarsely ground
- 2 tablespoons jasmine pearl tea
- 1 cup fresh or canned lychees, plus extra for garnish
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons rose syrup
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- In separate containers, combine 2 cups water with ground coffee and 1 cup water with jasmine pearls. Refrigerate both for 12-16 hours.
- Make lychee syrup: Blend lychees with sugar and 1 cup water until smooth. Strain and refrigerate.
- Strain the coffee and tea into separate containers.
- For each drink, fill a tall glass with ice.
- Pour 1/2 cup coffee cold brew, 1/4 cup jasmine tea, 2 tablespoons lychee syrup, and 1 tablespoon rose syrup.
- Stir gently and garnish with fresh lychee if desired.
Pro Tips
- Cold brew both coffee and tea for 12-16 hours for best results
- Use fresh lychees when in season for the best flavor
- Store any leftover lychee syrup in the fridge for up to 1 week
- Adjust sweetness to taste before serving
Calories: 125kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 12mg, Potassium: 135mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 26g, Calcium: 15mg, Iron: 0.5mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT0M
Servings:
2 servings
Total Time:
PT12H20M
Prep. Time:
PT20M
