Sesame Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
Cold brew, maple syrup, fresh lime juice, and a splash of sparkling water come together in a drink that feels both refreshing and a little indulgent — like a café-worthy beverage you made entirely at home. The overnight cold brew steep is the only real patience required, and it rewards you with a smooth, low-acid concentrate that forms the backbone of the whole drink. Maple syrup brings a warm, caramel-like sweetness that plays beautifully against the bright citrus hit from two fresh limes, while a pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that makes each sip taste more complex than the ingredient list suggests. Topping it off with chilled sparkling water gives it that effervescent lift that makes it feel festive and special without any extra effort. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from hidden additives or allergen concerns — no sauces, no blends, nothing to second-guess at the label. It's an ideal make-ahead option since the coffee-maple base can chill in the fridge until you're ready to pour, making it great for entertaining or just treating yourself on a warm afternoon.
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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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