Artificial Flavors Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Lemonade
This drink is the kind of unexpected combination that sounds wild until you taste it — and then you can't stop thinking about it. Strong brewed coffee meets bright, tangy fresh lemon juice, all sweetened with a quick homemade maple syrup that comes together in just a couple of minutes on the stove. Because you're making the syrup yourself from real maple syrup and water, there's no reaching for a flavored bottle with a suspiciously long ingredient list. The sparkling water gets poured slowly down the side of the glass to keep every sip fizzy and refreshing, which makes the whole thing feel a little fancy without any extra effort. It's served over ice and finished with a lemon slice, so it looks as good as it tastes. Whether you're tired of your usual afternoon coffee routine or just want something that bridges the gap between a lemonade and a cold brew, this is the glass you didn't know you needed.
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2 servings
For the maple simple syrup
- 4 tbsp maple syrup
- 4 tbsp water
For the drink
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled to room temperature
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the maple syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the syrup is fully dissolved and the mixture just comes to a simmer, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature, about 20–30 minutes.
- 2
Divide the ice evenly between two tall glasses. Pour 1/2 cup of the cooled coffee over the ice in each glass.
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