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    Cold Brew Coffee Spritzer

    Published: Aug 24, 2017 · Modified: Apr 4, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 3 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Cold brew coffee, sparkling water or tonic and a bit of citrus make these cold brew coffee spritzers the most refreshing caffeinated pick-me-up around.

    When I started testing these fun drinks after Frank not-so-subtly sent me a bunch articles about them (here and here and here), I knew we were going to be hooked. I tell Frank that they taste like an iced coffee that wants to be a cocktail.

    Tonic, in particular adds a bitter, bubbly element that elevates the flavor of the coffee. But as you're about to see, tonic isn't the only way to go.

    When I asked about it on Instagram, you sweet folks chimed in with all sorts of variations. Here are a few favorites:

    Coffee Spritzer / Tonic Variations

    1. Cold Brew Coffee + Espresso + Tonic + Simple Syrup
    2. Cold Brew Coffee + Sparkling Water + Coconut Milk + Lime
    3. Espresso + Sparkling Water + Cream + Hazelnut Syrup (thanks to @caitlinfultz for that stroke of genius!)
    4. Espresso + Tonic + a sprig of rosemary (that one is from Seattle's Neptune Coffee)
    5. Mexican Coke + Cold Brew Coffee + Lime (this one blew my mind! idea from @baristaparlor and sent to us from @imjared)

    Cold Brew Coffee Spritzers made with tonic somehow taste a little boozy even without alcohol, but a splash of alcohol is an addition we wouldn't be mad at. It would effortlessly roll this late afternoon pick-me-up right into an early evening happy hour.

    Here's how Frank and I currently craft our coffee spritzers:

    His Cold Brew Coffee Spritzers

    Frank loves bitter flavors, so the combination of tonic and cold brew coffee has his name all over it. He uses about ¾ cold brew coffee with ¼ tonic and a peel of orange zest for just a hint of citrus.

    ingredients for cold brew coffee spritzers

    Her Cold Brew Coffee Spritzers

    I like mine a bit more mild, but love the citrus flavor. I've been using ½ Trader Joe's mandarin orange spring water with ½ cold brew coffee plus a splash of vanilla extract and a peel of orange zest. Occasionally, I'll add a splash of heavy cream too.

    ingredients for cold brew coffee spritzers

    Cheers!

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    Cold Brew Coffee Spritzer

    Cold brew coffee, sparkling water or tonic and a bit of citrus make these cold brew coffee spritzers the most refreshing fizzy caffeinated pick-me-up around.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Keyword: coffee, cold brew coffee drink, spritzer
    Servings: 1 serving
    Calories: 2kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $3.00

    Equipment

    • Vegetable Peeler

    Ingredients

    • 1 peel Orange Zest
    • Ice
    • ½ cup Tonic or Sparkling Water
    • ½ cup Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate (we like Trader Joe's)

    Extra Flavors (optional):

    • Vanilla Extract (just a splash)
    • Heavy Cream or Milk
    • Coconut Milk
    • Flavored Syrup

    Instructions

    • Place a ribbon of orange zest in the bottom of a glass (use a vegetable peeler to get a nice, long peel).
    • Fill the glass with ice.
    • Add tonic / sparkling water and then cold brew coffee concentrate. Add extras if you'd like. Stir to combine before drinking.

    Notes

    It's a good idea to start with a 50/50 proportion of tonic / sparkling water to cold brew coffee concentrate. Then adjust to your taste preferences (I like this balance, but add some more coffee if you'd like it stronger).

    Nutrition

    Calories: 2kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 58mg | Vitamin C: 1mg

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. kasim hardaway

      August 24, 2017 at 10:16 am

      5 stars
      Citrus and coffee? That's a first for me! Sounds and looks absolutely divine!

      Reply
      • Jess

        August 24, 2017 at 10:35 am

        It's 1 part weird and 4 parts delicious, Kasim! Surprised us too!

        Reply
    2. Nguyen Minh

      August 29, 2017 at 12:04 am

      5 stars
      I think your post are very good. It is very useful. Thank for sharing!

      Reply

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