Vegan Sparkling Coffee Maple Agua Fresca
Cold brew concentrate meets maple syrup and fresh lime juice in a drink that feels equal parts refreshing and indulgent. The overnight steep pulls out a smooth, low-acid coffee base that holds up beautifully against the bright citrus and earthy sweetness of the maple — no bitterness, no fuss. A pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that sounds subtle but makes a real difference in the final glass. Every ingredient here is entirely plant-based, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess before you start. When you're ready to serve, a splash of chilled sparkling water adds a lively fizz that turns this into something genuinely special. It's the kind of drink that works for a slow weekend brunch or a warm afternoon when you need something more interesting than iced coffee. Squeeze a lime wedge over the top and you've got a glass that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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