Chestnut Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
Cold brew coffee meets the bright, citrusy world of agua fresca in this refreshing drink, and the result is genuinely hard to put down. A slow overnight steep pulls smooth, low-bitterness concentrate from coarsely ground coffee, which then gets balanced by maple syrup's earthy sweetness and a generous hit of fresh lime juice. That combination of sweet, tart, and subtly roasted flavors is already compelling on its own, but the finishing pour of chilled sparkling water turns it into something effervescent and celebratory. Every single ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns — no specialty swaps or label-reading required. The recipe is simple enough to prep the night before, so by the time you're ready to serve, all you need to do is fill glasses with ice and pour. It works beautifully as a brunch drink, an afternoon pick-me-up, or an unexpected crowd-pleaser at a summer gathering.
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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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