Saba Yoi Robusta Coffee x Smoked Bael Shaken Coffee
A Contemporary Interpretation of Local Ingredients from Saba Yoi
This innovative beverage reimagines the rich flavors of Saba Yoi’s locally grown Robusta coffee through a modern culinary lens. By combining the bold character of Saba Yoi Robusta with the naturally sweet aroma of smoked bael fruit, the drink delivers a refreshing experience that balances coffee intensity with delicate herbal notes.
What makes this menu particularly distinctive is the technique of smoking the serving glass with dried bael fruit before preparation. The subtle fragrance infused into the glass enhances the sensory experience even before the first sip. When shaken together with Robusta coffee, bael juice, and candied bael flesh, the result is a layered beverage that is rich, aromatic, and deeply connected to the local identity of Songkhla.
Highlight Ingredients
The character of this drink comes from a combination of carefully selected local ingredients:
- Saba Yoi Robusta Coffee
- Bael Fruit Juice
- Candied Bael Fruit Flesh
- Dried Bael Fruit for Smoking
- Fresh Mint Leaves for garnish and added freshness
More than just a refreshing beverage, this creation tells the story of a place through its ingredients, local wisdom, and culinary creativity. It demonstrates how traditional agricultural products from Saba Yoi can be transformed into contemporary gastronomic experiences that are both approachable and memorable.
For coffee lovers seeking bold flavors alongside the soothing fragrance of traditional Thai herbs, this is a drink worth discovering.
How to Make SABA YOI BURNT BAEL
Ingredients (1 Serving)
- 60 ml Saba Yoi Robusta coffee
- 100 ml bael fruit juice
- 30 g candied bael fruit flesh
- Ice (half a cocktail shaker)
- Dried bael fruit, for smoking
- Candied bael fruit and fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Method
1. Smoke the Glass
Light a piece of dried bael fruit until it releases its fragrant smoke. Cover it with the serving glass for approximately 10–15 seconds, allowing the smoky bael aroma to coat the interior of the glass.
2. Prepare the Ingredients
Place 30 g of candied bael fruit flesh into a cocktail shaker. Add 100 ml of bael juice and 60 ml of freshly brewed Saba Yoi Robusta coffee.
3. Shake Until Well Chilled
Fill the shaker halfway with ice and shake vigorously until the drink is thoroughly chilled and the aromas of coffee and bael become fully integrated.
4. Strain into the Smoked Glass
Strain the mixture into the pre-smoked glass. The result is a beverage that combines the bold intensity of Robusta coffee with the sweet, fragrant complexity of smoked bael fruit.
5. Garnish and Serve
Garnish with candied bael fruit, a slice of dried bael, and fresh mint leaves. The garnish enhances both the visual appeal and the refreshing herbal aroma of the drink.
A Taste of Local Creativity
SABA YOI BURNT BAEL is more than a coffee recipe—it is a celebration of local ingredients and creative gastronomy. By bringing together Saba Yoi Robusta coffee, traditional bael fruit, and modern beverage techniques, this drink showcases how Songkhla’s agricultural heritage can inspire contemporary culinary innovation.
Whether enjoyed as a specialty coffee experience or as a refreshing afternoon drink, this unique creation offers a memorable taste of Songkhla in every sip.
