Chestnut Free Coffee Maple Iced Tea
This drink is a stunning collision of two beloved beverages — bold cold-brew coffee and lightly sweetened black tea — layered together over ice for something that looks as impressive as it tastes. The maple syrup brings a gentle, earthy sweetness that ties the two layers together without overpowering either one. Steeping the tea until it hits that deep amber color is key, and chilling it overnight means every sip is perfectly smooth and refreshing. Pouring the cold-brew slowly over the back of a spoon creates that gorgeous floating layer that makes the whole glass look like something from a specialty café. The ingredient list is naturally free from tree nuts and nut-derived additives, so there's no label-reading stress here — just clean, straightforward pantry staples. It works beautifully as a slow weekend morning treat or an afternoon pick-me-up when you want something a little more interesting than plain iced coffee.
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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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