Vietnamese Coffee Tonic

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A refreshing and bittersweet cold coffee cocktail combining robust Vietnamese drip coffee with tonic water and sweetened condensed milk. This Vietnamese recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Tonic water, Sweetened condensed milk, Ice cubes 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Fill a highball glass with ice cubes to the brim.
  2. Step 2: Pour 1 oz sweetened condensed milk over the ice.
  3. Step 3: Slowly pour 3 oz cooled strong Vietnamese coffee over the condensed milk to create a layered effect.
  4. Step 4: Gently top with 3 oz tonic water without stirring to maintain effervescence.
  5. Step 5: Garnish with a lime wheel placed on the rim for a bright aroma.
  6. Step 6: Before drinking, stir gently to combine the flavors and enjoy the bittersweet complexity.

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