Chill Out with Coffee: Summer Iced Treats Featuring Bean There Coffee

As the Southern African sun pours down and the days stretch out warm and golden, it’s the perfect time to cool off with something indulgent, refreshing — and caffeinated. Whether you’re in Joburg, Durban, Cape Town or chilling in the bushveld, these iced coffee treats using Bean There Coffee bring all the flavour without the fuss.

Ready to make summer a little cooler and a lot more delicious? Let’s dive into three easy, refreshing recipes made with ethically sourced, African-grown coffee.

1. 🇿🇦 Bean There Coffee Ice Cream

Think creamy, dreamy, coffee-filled bliss — straight from your freezer. This no-churn ice cream brings café-level indulgence right into your kitchen.

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🧊 Freeze Time: 12 hours

Ingredients:

• 30ml strong Bean There espresso (or a strong brewed filter)
• 300ml fresh double cream
• 175g condensed milk
• 1 tsp vanilla essence

Method:

1. Brew your coffee and let it cool completely.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the coffee, cream, condensed milk, and vanilla essence.
3. Using an electric mixer (or some serious whisking skills), whip until thick and creamy with stiff peaks.
4. Pour into a freezer-safe container, seal, and freeze overnight.

💡 Pro Tips:

• For a twist, fold in dark chocolate chips or a swirl of caramel before freezing.
• Use Bean There’s Ethiopia Sidamo for a rich, fruity note that pairs perfectly with cream.

2. 🧊 Bean There Coffee Ice Lollies

Perfect for a braai, picnic, or poolside chill — these coffee ice lollies are cool, classy, and easy to make.

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🧊 Freeze Time: 6–12 hours

Ingredients:

• 250ml cold Bean There Coffee (use your favourite origin — we love Burundi or Tanzania!)
• 100ml milk (dairy or plant-based)
• Sugar or honey to taste

Method:

1. Mix your cold brewed coffee with milk and sweetener.
2. Pour into ice lolly moulds or small yoghurt tubs.
3. Insert lolly sticks or teaspoons.
4. Freeze until solid. Enjoy any time the temperature climbs.

💡 Optional Upgrades:

• Replace some of the milk with condensed milk for creamier lollies.
• Add a dash of cinnamon or cardamom for a spiced twist.

3. 🍨 South African Affogato with Bean There Espresso

The ultimate 5-minute dessert: hot meets cold in this creamy, intense Italian-inspired treat with an African edge.

🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🔥 Brew Time: 2 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1–2 scoops vanilla ice cream (or try salted caramel!)
• 1 shot hot Bean There espresso (Kenya or Rwanda beans work beautifully)
• Crushed biscuit or flake for garnish (optional but lekker)

Method:

1. Brew a fresh espresso shot using Bean There coffee.
2. Scoop your ice cream into a small bowl or glass.
3. Pour the espresso over the ice cream and watch the magic happen.
4. Top with biscuit crumbs, crushed honeycomb, or a drizzle of chocolate.

💡 Pro Tip:
Use gelato instead of ice cream for a smoother melt and deeper flavour — or try a scoop of espresso ice cream for a “double shot” twist.

🌍 Sip With Purpose: Why Choose Bean There?

At The Coffee Blog SA, we proudly support Bean There Coffee Company — South Africa’s first certified direct fair trade roaster. Their beans are single-origin, roasted locally, and sourced directly from small-scale farmers in Ethiopia, Rwanda, Kenya, and beyond. That means every scoop and sip supports African coffee growers — fairly and directly.

So, your iced coffee indulgence? It does more than cool you down — it empowers communities across the continent. Win-win!

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📸 Don’t forget to tag us in your iced coffee creations — we’d love to share your summer brews with the rest of our coffee tribe.

☕ Here’s to a Cooler, Caffeinated Summer

Whether you’re lounging in the shade or soaking up the sun, these iced coffee treats are your go-to for refreshment and indulgence. Grab your favourite Bean There beans, whip up a batch, and make summer unforgettable — one chilled cup at a time.

Cheers to coffee, creativity, and conscious sipping! 🌞

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