Cold Brew Coffee Tonic (Printable)

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

# What You Need:

→ 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, as needed

# Directions:

01 - Fill two serving glasses with ice cubes to chill.
02 - Pour 3.4 fl oz chilled cold brew coffee into each glass.
03 - Gently top each glass with 3.4 fl oz chilled tonic water to preserve carbonation.
04 - Stir each drink once or twice with a spoon to integrate the layers without losing effervescence.
05 - Express orange zest over each glass and drop the zest in; add a wedge if desired.
06 - Present immediately while cold and sparkling.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It’s the perfect pick-me-up that feels indulgent but keeps you refreshed and light on your feet.
  • The orange zest adds a surprising brightness that turns your basic cold brew into something brunch-worthy.
02 -
  • I once ruined a batch by using warm coffee—it quickly melted the ice and wrecked the chill and clarity.
  • Discovering that zesting the orange right over the drink gives a much brighter aroma than prepping ahead.
03 -
  • Chill both your coffee and tonic thoroughly before you start—lukewarm ingredients will spoil the experience.
  • Zest the citrus directly over the glass for maximum flavor and aroma.
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