Celery Free Coffee Maple Iced Tea

Total time8 hr 10 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.9

(29)

Cold, layered, and genuinely stunning in a glass, this drink brings together the warmth of maple syrup, the boldness of cold-brew coffee, and the smooth depth of steeped black tea in one refreshing pour. The maple syrup dissolves right into the hot tea, giving the whole drink a subtle sweetness that feels far more interesting than plain sugar ever could. Chilling the tea overnight means the flavors meld beautifully, so when you're ready to serve, everything comes together in seconds. The slow-pour technique over the back of a spoon creates a dramatic dark coffee layer floating above the amber tea — it looks like something from a specialty café, but it's completely doable at home. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from any hidden additives or allergen concerns, so you can sip without second-guessing the label on anything. Serve it layered for the visual wow factor, or give it a quick stir to blend the flavors into one deeply satisfying iced drink.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the tea

2 cups water
2 black tea bags (such as english breakfast or assam)
2 tbsp maple syrup

For the coffee layer

½ cup cold-brew coffee concentrate
¼ cup cold water, for diluting coffee (optional)

For serving

2 cups ice cubes

Instructions

1
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan, then remove from the heat. Add the tea bags and steep for 4–5 minutes, until the tea is deep amber and full-flavored.
2
Remove and discard the tea bags. Stir in the maple syrup until fully dissolved. Let the sweetened tea cool to room temperature, then transfer to a pitcher or jar and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, until thoroughly chilled.

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