Cold Brew Coffee Tonic (Printable format)

Chilled cold brew topped with sparkling tonic and a twist of orange zest for a bright, effervescent summer drink.

# List of ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 6.8 fl oz (about 0.85 cup) cold brew coffee, chilled
02 - 6.8 fl oz (about 0.85 cup) tonic water, chilled

→ Garnish

03 - Zest of 1 orange (reserve a wedge if desired)
04 - Ice cubes as required

# How to make it:

01 - Place two serving glasses on the work surface and fill each with ice to chill.
02 - Measure and pour 3.4 fl oz cold brew coffee into each glass.
03 - Carefully pour 3.4 fl oz chilled tonic water into each glass to preserve effervescence.
04 - Use a spoon to stir each drink once or twice with a gentle rolling motion to integrate without losing carbonation.
05 - Express orange zest over the surface to release oils, then drop the zest into the glass and add the optional orange wedge to the rim.
06 - Serve immediately while cold and sparkling.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The surprise of cool, creamy coffee with lively citrus and bubbles feels like a barista's secret you can bring home.
  • It's as effortless as it is impressive, and every glass puts summer right in your hands.
02 -
  • I once stirred too vigorously and it fizzed over—soft, slow mixing is all you need.
  • Swapping in lemon zest gives a completely new twist; don't be afraid to play with citrus.
03 -
  • Always zest the orange directly over the drinks to capture every bit of aromatic oil.
  • The real trick is fresh, effervescent tonic; skip flat or overly sweet brands—they’ll drown out the coffee.
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