Pink Cream Charcoal Latte｜Iced Coffee Boba Drink
Minimalist Black x Sweet Pink: A Rebellious yet Gentle Cream Top Drink
Who says coffee has to be brown? This trendy blend is designed to satisfy both coffee purists and texture-seeking boba fans.
This beverage breaks the mold of the traditional Coffee Latte, boldly mixing Western Charcoal Drink elements with the Asian trend of fruit-flavored foam. The striking contrast between the pitch-black coffee and the soft pink cream offers unprecedented visual tension and flavor surprises for consumers looking for a unique Coffee Boba Drink.
Pink Cream Charcoal Latte is an Iced Coffee Drink designed for palates that refuse to be ordinary. We have "blackened" the classic latte by injecting activated charcoal elements and pairing it with a girly pink foam, creating a Pink Cream Drink that is both edgy and sweet. This isn't just a beverage; it's a drinkable fashion statement.
The design logic behind this special blend is to create an "adventure from the eyes to the tongue":
1. Visual Tension: Redefining the Layered Latte
This drink is a perfect collision of Minimalism and Pop Art. The bottom layer features Blueberry Popping Boba shimmering with gem-like blue-purple hues; the middle is an ink-wash style Charcoal Latte blend of black and white; the top is crowned with soft watermelon pink foam. This bold color scheme makes it stand out among standard Coffee Lattes, becoming a highly recognizable Aesthetic Drink on social media.
2. Texture Revolution: Beyond Milk Tea with Boba
For Asian palates accustomed to Milk Tea with Boba, this drink offers a more exciting alternative. We ditched the chewy pearls for Blueberry Popping Boba that bursts upon biting. As the richness of the coffee, the smoothness of the milk, and the juicy burst of the boba weave together, this Berry Boba Drink delivers a rhythmic drinking experience.
3. Flavor Layers: The Velvety Charcoal Drink
Activated Charcoal powder is the secret weapon here. It not only gives the coffee its deep black color but also adds a velvety texture that smooths out the bitterness of the espresso. Paired with the watermelon-scented Cream Top Drink structure, every sip is a trio of "sweet first, then rich, followed by a juicy burst," making it easy for even non-coffee drinkers to fall in love with this special blend.
Ingredients
Berry Base:
Blueberry Popping Boba: 50 g
Ice Cubes: Fill to top
Sweet Milk Layer:
Milk: As needed (Base for Coffee Latte)
Cane Sugar: 20 ml
Charcoal Coffee Layer:
Espresso: 50 ml
Charcoal Powder: 0.5 g (Key to the Charcoal Latte)
Pink Watermelon Foam:
Watermelon Powder: 5 g
Original Foam Powder: 15 g
Ice Water: 35 ml (Key to the Pink Cream Drink)
Directions
Whip up the Pink Foam
Mix Watermelon Powder, Foam Powder, and Ice Water. Whip until the foam creates soft peaks. This pink cloud is the visual soul of this Cream Top Drink.
Lay the Foundation
Add Blueberry Popping Boba to a clear glass. Fill with Ice Cubes to the top.
Create the Monochrome Gradient
Pour Milk and Cane Sugar over the ice for the white base. Mix Espresso with Charcoal Powder thoroughly to create a pitch-black coffee shot.
Layering Tip: Gently pour the black coffee over the ice to float it above the milk, creating the signature Charcoal Latte gradient.
Top with Pink Cloud
Gently pour or spoon the Pink Watermelon Foam on top. This final touch completes the striking contrast of the Pink Cream Drink.
🏷 Tips
Charcoal Prep: Activated charcoal powder is very fine. Ensure it is fully dissolved in the hot espresso to prevent graininess.
Perfect Layers: Since the sweetened milk is denser, pouring the espresso slowly over the ice will ensure a clean, sharp separation for that perfect Layered Latte look.
Flavor Balance: Since both the Blueberry Popping Boba and the foam are sweet, you can adjust the cane sugar in the latte base to suit local tastes.
