Iced Algerian Coffee with Orange Liqueur
A refreshing iced coffee cocktail mixing strong coffee with bright orange liqueur and a hint of sweetness, perfect for warm afternoons. This French-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together freshly brewed espresso, Cointreau orange 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 150 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
- 2 shots (60 ml) freshly brewed espresso
- 1 oz (30 ml) Cointreau orange liqueur
- 1/2 oz (15 ml) simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 piece for garnish lemon twist
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 2 shots (60 ml) of espresso and let it cool to room temperature for about 5 minutes.
- Step 2: Fill a tall glass with 1 cup of ice cubes and pour in the cooled espresso.
- Step 3: Add 1 oz (30 ml) of Cointreau orange liqueur and 1/2 oz (15 ml) of simple syrup directly over the ice and espresso.
- Step 4: Stir gently for 15 seconds until well combined and chilled.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 lemon twist by expressing the oils over the glass rim and dropping it inside before serving.





