Cold Brew Tonic

Jul 11, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Cold Brew Tonic in a glass on an oak serving board

A refreshing Cold Brew Tonic combining the rich flavor of cold brew coffee with the bright effervescence of tonic water and a creamy touch of half-and-half over ice.

Prep 2 min

Cook —

Total 2 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)ready-to-drink cold brew coffee
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)tonic water
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)half-and-half
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice

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Instructions

Fill a 16 oz glass with ice.
Pour cold brew coffee over the ice.
Add tonic water and gently stir to combine.
Top with half-and-half and serve immediately.

Tips

Use chilled tonic water for best fizz. Substitute half-and-half with oat milk for a dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cold brew tonic?

Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cold brew tonic ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers, covered, for up to 2 days; add fresh ice just before serving.

How do I make cold brew tonic dairy-free?

Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.

A refreshing Cold Brew Tonic combining the rich flavor of cold brew coffee with the bright effervescence of tonic water and a creamy touch of half-and-half over ice.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

85 Calories / serving

3.6g Fat

12.6g Carbs

1.1g Protein

12.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~85 cal · 4g fat · 13g carbs · 1g protein · 12g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 85 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 16 min·0.9 mi·~1850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 12 min·0.6 mi·~1200 steps
Moderate cycling 9 min·1.8 mi
Swimming laps 12 min
Jogging 8 min·0.7 mi·~1300 steps
Stair climbing 8 min·~700 steps
Dancing 14 min
Bodyweight circuit training 9 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 20 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.