Cold Brew Coffee Tonic (Printable)

Chilled cold brew and tonic brightened with fresh orange zest for a sparkling, low-calorie summer sipper.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 6.8 fl oz cold brew coffee, chilled
02 - 6.8 fl oz tonic water, chilled

→ Garnish

03 - Zest of 1 orange (plus an orange wedge, optional)
04 - Ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes to chill.
02 - Measure and pour 3.4 fl oz cold brew coffee into each glass.
03 - Gently pour 3.4 fl oz tonic water over the back of a spoon into each glass to preserve effervescence.
04 - Stir each glass once or twice with a spoon to marry the layers without removing carbonation.
05 - Express orange zest over each drink, drop the zest in, and add an optional orange wedge to the rim.
06 - Serve immediately while cold and sparkling.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This is one of those drinks that makes people ask, "Wait, what is that?" with intrigue in their eyes.
  • It delivers a crisp, lively flavor that’s perfect for hot afternoons or breakfast gatherings when you want something special without any fuss.
02 -
  • If you pour the tonic too quickly, you’ll end up with an erupting foam volcano and not much drink.
  • Switching out orange for lemon zest gives the whole thing a sharper edge, which is great when you want extra lift.
03 -
  • Chill your glasses for a few minutes before assembling—it keeps the fizz and chill at their peak.
  • A splash of simple syrup or agave nectar softens edges if you like your drinks a touch sweeter.
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