Mocha Cold Brew

Jul 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Mocha Cold Brew in a glass on an oak bar

A smooth cold brew coffee served over ice with chocolate syrup and half-and-half, delivering a rich mocha flavor in a refreshing iced drink.

Prep 2 min

Cook —

Total 2 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

8.0 fl oz (240.0 ml)ready-to-drink cold brew coffee
1.0 fl oz (30.0 ml)half-and-half
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)chocolate syrup

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Instructions

Fill a 16 oz glass with ice.
Add the cold brew coffee and chocolate syrup; stir well to combine.
Top with half-and-half and give a gentle stir before serving.

Tips

Use chocolate syrup to achieve the mocha flavor; adjust the amount to taste. For a dairy-free option, substitute half-and-half with coconut milk or almond milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make mocha cold brew?

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

Can I make mocha cold brew ahead?

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

How do I make mocha cold brew 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 smooth cold brew coffee served over ice with chocolate syrup and half-and-half, delivering a rich mocha flavor in a refreshing iced drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

89 Calories / serving

3.7g Fat

12.1g Carbs

1.5g Protein

9.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~89 cal · 4g fat · 12g carbs · 2g protein · 9g sugar

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

Per serving · 89 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 17 min·1.0 mi·~2000 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 9 min·0.8 mi·~1450 steps
Stair climbing 8 min·~700 steps
Dancing 14 min
Bodyweight circuit training 9 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 21 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.