Ginger-Infused Cold Brew Coffee Cocktail
A smooth cold brew coffee cocktail accented with spicy ginger flavors and a hint of sweetness, perfect for an evening imbibe. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together cold brew coffee, ginger liqueur, simple 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 180 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.
Ingredients
- 6 oz cold brew coffee
- 1.5 oz ginger liqueur
- 0.5 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz heavy cream
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece for garnish candied ginger
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Instructions
- Step 1: Fill a mixing glass with 1 cup of ice cubes and pour in 6 oz cold brew coffee, 1.5 oz ginger liqueur, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
- Step 2: Stir vigorously for 20 seconds to chill and combine the flavors thoroughly.
- Step 3: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled halfway with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 4: Slowly pour 1 oz heavy cream over the back of a spoon to float it on top, creating a layered effect.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 piece of candied ginger on the rim and serve immediately for a spicy, smooth cocktail experience.






