Citric Acid Free Sparkling Coffee Maple Lemonade

This drink is a genuinely unexpected combination that somehow tastes like it was always meant to exist — bold coffee, bright lemon, and earthy maple all fizzing together over ice. The maple simple syrup is made from scratch in just a couple of minutes on the stovetop, which means you control exactly what goes into it without relying on any packaged syrups that might sneak in unwanted additives. Fresh-squeezed lemon juice keeps things clean and straightforward, delivering that citrusy lift without any of the processed citric acid found in so many bottled beverages and flavor syrups. Pouring the sparkling water slowly down the side of the glass is a small but satisfying trick that keeps every sip lively and effervescent right to the bottom. It comes together in two tall glasses and is the kind of thing you'd happily order at a trendy café — except you made it at home and know exactly what's in it. Serve it immediately while the ice is still crisp and the bubbles are at their best.

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