Blood Orange and Star Anise Cold Brew Tonic

A refreshing cold brew tonic with zesty blood orange and exotic star anise

Looking for a unique twist on your cold brew? This Blood Orange and Star Anise Cold Brew Tonic combines bright citrus flavors with subtle licorice notes, creating a refreshing and sophisticated coffee drink that's perfect for warm days.

This recipe is super simple to make at home. Just mix your favorite medium-dark roast cold brew with blood orange juice and a hint of star anise syrup. Top it off with tonic water for a fizzy kick that'll wake up your taste buds. Perfect for sunny afternoons or weekend brunches!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:

Perfect balance of citrus and spice
Refreshingly fizzy with tonic water
Easy to customize the sweetness level
Beautiful color from the blood oranges

Blood Orange and Star Anise Cold Brew Tonic

A refreshing cold brew tonic with zesty blood orange and exotic star anise

Cold Brew Coffee, Blood Orange, Star Anise, Coffee Tonic, Iced Coffee, Citrus Coffee

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Equipment

Tall glasses
Citrus juicer
Measuring jigger
Bar spoon
Ice cube tray

Ingredients

4 oz cold brew coffee concentrate
2 blood oranges, juiced
2 oz star anise simple syrup
8 oz tonic water
Ice cubes
Blood orange slices and star anise pods for garnish

Instructions

Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes
Add 2 oz cold brew concentrate to each glass
Pour 1 oz star anise simple syrup into each glass
Add the fresh blood orange juice, dividing equally
Top each glass with 4 oz tonic water
Gently stir to combine
Garnish with blood orange slices and star anise pods

Pro Tips

**Cold brew concentrate**: Use a strong cold brew concentrate for the best flavor
**Fresh blood oranges**: Squeeze just before serving for the brightest taste
**Star anise syrup**: Make extra and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
**Ice cubes**: Use large ice cubes to prevent quick dilution

Calories: 95kcal, Carbohydrates: 22g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 0g, Saturated Fat: 0g, Sodium: 15mg, Potassium: 185mg, Fiber: 1g, Sugar: 19g, Vitamin C: 45mg, Calcium: 25mg

Iced

Healthy

Beverage

Drink

American