
Maple Cold Brew Tonic
A refreshing and sophisticated coffee mocktail that pairs the bold intensity of cold brew with the warm, woody sweetness of maple and the crisp effervescence of tonic water.

coffeehouse espresso · alcohol-free
A sophisticated, multi-layered coffee cooler that blends the robust depth of cold brew with crisp apple cider and velvety oat milk, finished with a warm cinnamon-honey syrup and refreshing effervescence.
Prep time
10 minutes
Total time
10 minutes
Serves
1
Difficulty
Easy


A balanced alcohol-free drink built around real citrus and fruit flavor.
Easy-to-find ingredients and an approachable home-bar method.
Made for an everyday treat, dinner party, or celebratory pour.
Makes 1 serving. Ingredient quantities update with the selected batch size.
Fill a tall highball glass with fresh ice cubes to the brim.
Pour the cold brew coffee concentrate, unfiltered apple cider, and cinnamon-honey syrup over the ice.
Stir the base mixture gently with a long bar spoon for 10 seconds to chill and combine.
Slowly pour the oat milk over the back of the spoon to create a soft, creamy layer atop the coffee base.
Top the glass with chilled soda water, allowing the bubbles to naturally mix the layers slightly.
Garnish with a light dusting of ground cinnamon and serve immediately with a straw.
For a crowd: To serve a group, pre-mix the cold brew, apple cider, and cinnamon-honey syrup in a large carafe. When serving, pour 7 ounces of the pre-mix into individual ice-filled glasses, then top each with 2 ounces of oat milk and a generous splash of soda water to maintain the carbonation.
Easy swaps: Substitute maple syrup for the honey in the syrup recipe for a woodier, autumnal sweetness. Use almond milk instead of oat milk for a lighter, nuttier flavor profile. Replace soda water with sparkling apple juice for an even more intense fruit forward experience.
Standard iced coffee is typically less concentrated and may result in a thinner, less flavorful drink once the cider and soda water are added.
The syrup can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Fresh, unfiltered apple cider provides the best flavor and body; avoid clear apple juice which lacks the necessary tartness and complexity.
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