Mazagran Lemon Iced Coffee
This Algerian-inspired iced coffee combines the brightness of fresh lemon juice with strong black coffee over ice for a zesty, invigorating drink. This African-inspired recipe, ready in about 12 minutes, brings together strong brewed black coffee, fresh lemon juice, 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 60 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
- 1 cup (240 ml), cooled strong brewed black coffee
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) simple syrup
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 for garnish lemon slice
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Instructions
- Step 1: Brew 1 cup (240 ml) of strong black coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature, about 10 minutes.
- Step 2: In a tall glass, combine 2 tbsp (30 ml) fresh lemon juice and 1 tbsp (15 ml) simple syrup.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup of ice cubes to the glass, then pour the cooled coffee over the ice and lemon mixture.
- Step 4: Stir gently for 20 seconds to combine all flavors thoroughly.
- Step 5: Garnish with 1 lemon slice placed on the rim and serve immediately.
