Cold-Brew Coffee Tonic with Citrus and Vanilla

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A sparkling and invigorating cold-brew coffee tonic enhanced with bright citrus notes and a hint of vanilla sweetness, perfect for a refreshing afternoon imbibe. This recipe, ready in about 3 minutes, brings together cold-brew coffee, tonic water, vanilla syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 3 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 90 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a tall glass with ice cubes to the top.
  2. Step 2: Pour 4 oz cold-brew coffee into the glass followed by 1 oz vanilla syrup and 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice.
  3. Step 3: Slowly add 4 oz chilled tonic water to preserve the bubbles and stir gently once to combine.
  4. Step 4: Garnish with a lemon wheel on the rim and serve immediately for a crisp, refreshing coffee experience.

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