Brazil Nut Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
Cold brew coffee meets the bright, refreshing spirit of a classic agua fresca in this unexpected warm-weather drink. Overnight steeping pulls a smooth, mellow concentrate from coarsely ground coffee, and when it meets maple syrup and fresh lime juice, the result is something genuinely special — earthy, citrusy, and just sweet enough. A pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that makes the flavors pop without tasting salty at all. The whole base comes together in a pitcher, so you can make it ahead and keep it chilled until guests arrive or the afternoon heat hits. A generous pour of sparkling water at serving time adds a lively fizz that makes this feel more like a craft cocktail than a simple homemade drink. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free of tree nut concerns, so you can serve it confidently without scanning labels or worrying about hidden additives. Finish each glass with a wedge of lime and a handful of ice, and it's honestly hard to believe something this refreshing takes so little effort.
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4 servings
For the cold brew concentrate
- ½ cup coarsely ground coffee
- 2 cups cold water
For the agua fresca
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ¼ tsp fine salt
- 2 cups cold water
For serving
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the coarsely ground coffee and 2 cups cold water in a large pitcher. Stir briefly to saturate all the grounds, then cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl or large measuring cup and pour the cold brew through it, discarding the spent grounds. You should have about 1 1/2 cups of concentrate.
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