Thai Basil Coconut Iced Coffee with Lychee

A refreshing iced coffee with creamy coconut, fragrant Thai basil, and sweet lychee

Love Thai flavors? This creative iced coffee combines the richness of coconut milk with aromatic Thai basil and sweet lychee fruit. It's a tropical twist that'll make your regular coffee routine way more exciting!

This drink comes together in minutes using cold brew coffee as the base. The coconut milk adds creamy sweetness, while fresh Thai basil and lychee create an unexpected but delicious combination. Use a medium-dark roast coffee to stand up to the bold flavors. Perfect for hot summer days or when you're craving something different.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average iced coffee! Here's why you'll love it:

Unique Thai-inspired flavor combination
Quick and easy to make
Perfectly refreshing for hot days
Can be made ahead for busy mornings

Thai Basil Coconut Iced Coffee with Lychee

A refreshing iced coffee with creamy coconut, fragrant Thai basil, and sweet lychee

Thai Iced Coffee, Coconut Coffee, Lychee Drink, Thai Basil Drink, Cold Brew Coffee, Asian Coffee

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Equipment

Cocktail shaker or mason jar
Muddler
Strainer
Tall glasses

Ingredients

2 cups cold brew coffee
1/2 cup coconut milk
8-10 fresh Thai basil leaves
6 lychees, peeled and pitted
2 tablespoons simple syrup
Ice cubes
Additional Thai basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker or mason jar, gently muddle Thai basil leaves with simple syrup
Add cold brew coffee and coconut milk, shake well
Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes
Strain the coffee mixture into the glasses
Add 3 lychees to each glass
Garnish with fresh Thai basil leaves
Serve immediately

Pro Tips

Use full-fat coconut milk for the creamiest texture
Muddle the Thai basil gently to release oils without making it bitter
Cold brew coffee works best, but you can use cooled strong coffee too
Fresh lychees are best, but canned work well too - just drain and rinse them first

Calories: 185kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 11g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Sodium: 41mg, Potassium: 289mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 18g, Calcium: 31mg, Iron: 2mg

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