Shellfish Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
This drink is the kind of thing that makes you wonder why you ever settled for plain iced coffee. Cold brew concentrate forms the backbone, bringing a smooth, low-acid depth that pairs beautifully with the warm sweetness of maple syrup and a bright hit of fresh lime juice. A pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that sounds subtle but makes a real difference in the final glass. The whole base comes together in a pitcher overnight, so the actual assembly is effortless — just pour over ice and finish with chilled sparkling water for a fizzy, refreshing lift. It's naturally free from any animal-derived seafood ingredients, relying entirely on coffee, citrus, and pantry staples, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label. Serve it at brunch, a backyard gathering, or just a slow weekend morning when you want something a little more interesting than your usual cup. The optional lime wedge on the rim is a small touch that makes it feel genuinely special.
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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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