Nutmeg Free Coffee Maple Iced Tea
Cold brew and maple-sweetened black tea come together in a drink that looks as impressive as it tastes — two distinct layers of deep amber and dark coffee sitting side by side in a tall, ice-filled glass. The maple syrup dissolves right into the hot steeped tea, giving it a gentle, earthy sweetness that plays beautifully against the bold bitterness of the cold-brew concentrate. Pouring the coffee slowly over the back of a spoon is the kind of small technique that makes you feel like a proper barista in your own kitchen. The whole thing is completely spice-free by nature — no warming spices, no hidden seasonings, just tea, coffee, maple, and ice doing exactly what they're supposed to do. It's a genuinely refreshing alternative to the usual iced coffee routine, and the layered presentation makes it feel special enough to serve to guests without any extra effort. Make the tea the night before and the assembly takes about two minutes — which is the kind of math everyone can get behind on a warm afternoon.
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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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