Eggless Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
This drink is a genuinely exciting twist on the classic agua fresca format — cold brew concentrate meets maple syrup and fresh lime juice in a way that feels both refreshing and a little indulgent. The overnight cold brew steep is the secret weapon here, pulling out smooth, low-bitterness coffee flavor that plays beautifully against the citrusy brightness of the lime. A pinch of salt ties everything together and makes the sweetness pop without tipping the whole thing into dessert territory. When you're ready to serve, a splash of chilled sparkling water gives it that effervescent lift that makes it feel like something you'd order at a really good café. The whole base can be made ahead and kept in the fridge, so it's just as practical as it is impressive. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free of eggs, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess — just stir, pour, and enjoy.
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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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