Yeast 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 into one gorgeous glass. The maple syrup brings a warm, earthy sweetness that ties everything together without any of the processed sugars or additives that can sneak into store-bought flavored drinks. Because the only sweetener here is pure maple syrup and every other ingredient is naturally free of fermentation, this is a genuinely worry-free sip for anyone avoiding yeast in all its forms. The slow-pour technique over the back of a spoon creates a dramatic dark-over-amber float that looks like something from a specialty café. Chilling the tea overnight means the flavors deepen and meld, so when you finally pour it over ice it tastes incredibly smooth and intentional. It's the kind of drink that feels like a treat without requiring any compromise.
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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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