This drink is the kind of unexpected combination that sounds a little wild until you actually taste it — and then you wonder why you haven't been making it all summer. Strong brewed coffee meets bright fresh lemon juice, a touch of homemade maple simple syrup, and a generous pour of sparkling water for a fizzy, refreshing glass that's equal parts bold and citrusy. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of grain-based concerns, so there's no label-checking or substitution stress involved — just straightforward, feel-good sipping. The maple syrup adds a gentle, earthy sweetness that plays beautifully against the tartness of the lemon and the slight bitterness of the coffee. Making the simple syrup takes only a couple of minutes on the stove, and once everything is cooled and assembled over ice, it comes together in seconds. It's an impressive drink to serve guests but easy enough to whip up on a quiet afternoon just for yourself.
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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.
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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