Why is my tahini iced coffee gritty?

The key lies in emulsification. You must first blend tahini with maple syrup and hot coffee to form a smooth paste before adding the rest of the liquid. Skipping this step causes separation and grittiness.

Why does my drink taste bitter?

Bitterness often comes from over-extracted coffee. Use cold brew or a well-balanced espresso shot. Adding a touch more maple syrup or plant-based milk can also mellow the bitterness.

How do I prevent separation?

Always emulsify tahini with your sweetener and hot coffee first. Also, stirring well before drinking helps maintain that creamy texture.

Can I batch-prep tahini iced coffee?

Absolutely! Prepare the emulsified base (tahini, maple syrup, and coffee) ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. When ready to drink, pour over ice and add milk.

Why is Gen Z obsessed with iced coffee?

Gen Z is drawn to iced coffee for its refreshing quality, customizability, and visual appeal on social media. Unique, plant-based, and functional drinks like tahini iced coffee align perfectly with their interest in new flavor experiences and wellness.

Tahini Iced Coffee: Your New Favorite Creamy Summer Drink

Ingredients

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1/2 cup cold brewed coffee or strong iced espresso

1 tbsp creamy tahini (well-stirred)

1–2 tsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice

1/2 cup ice cubes

Optional: 1/4 cup oat milk or plant-based milk

Optional: pinch of sea salt, cinnamon, or cocoa powder

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Instructions

1. Whisk tahini and maple syrup together until smooth and creamy.

2. Add a splash of hot espresso or coffee and whisk until a thick paste forms.

3. Slowly stir in remaining cold brew or iced espresso.

4. Add oat milk or plant-based milk if using, then mix well.

5. Pour over ice cubes in a glass and stir again.

6. Sprinkle cinnamon, cocoa powder, or sea salt on top if desired.

7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For a frothier version, blend all ingredients with ice.

Substitute maple syrup with honey or date syrup if desired.

Store leftover tahini-coffee base in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Author: Lara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks, Coffee
Method: Whisking, Blending
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 140
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 35mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg