Learn how to make the BEST Orange Coffee! This Iced Coffee and Orange Juice recipe is delicious, refreshing, and so easy to make with Cold Brew, OJ, and just a couple other ingredients. A bright, tasty drink that's perfect for hot summer days or anytime of year!
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If you're looking for a unique iced coffee recipe, you have to try this refreshing Orange Coffee! This delicious drink was inspired by my Grapefruit Coffee Spritz, one of my favorite cold coffee drinks ever! This recipe uses very similar ingredients, so if you like this drink, make sure to try that one next.
Coffee and orange juice might seem like a strange combination, but it's actually quite popular and really delicious. Many versions of this drink use espresso, but my recipe is made with cold brew, which gives it a smoother, more balanced flavor.
If you love bright flavors this Orange Cold Brew is for you! I wanted to recreate this coffee shop favorite at home with as little fuss as possible, and I know you're going to love the end result. It's lightly sweetened flavor is absolutely irresistible, and the addition of bubbly water turns it into a sparkling coffee that so light and fresh tasting.
Best of all, this flavorful coffee drink is super quick and easy to make! You only need five minutes and four ingredients. Perfect for hot summer days when you want to spend as little time in the kitchen as possible ... although it's so delish, you'll want to enjoy it year round!
Ready to start sipping? Then keep reading for all the details!
Ingredients
This recipe uses simple, easy to find ingredients! Here's what you'll need:
- Coffee - You'll need some unsweetened coffee, and purchasing pre-made cold brew keeps things quick and easy. You could also make your own cold brew, if you prefer, or you can use leftover cold coffee, or even espresso. Tip: I personally prefer using a smooth tasting dark roast for this drink, because it balances the sweet OJ, but you can experiment with different roasts and blends to find your own favorite.
- Orange Juice - This drink is naturally sweetened with OJ. You can use store bought orange juice or fresh squeezed ... it's up to you! I recommend using pulp free juice for a smoother drink.
- Vanilla - A few drops of vanilla extract give this Orange Cold Brew a hint of flavor and a suggestion of sweetness without adding any additional sugar. For a sweeter drink, replace the extract with vanilla syrup.
- Sparkling Water - You'll top off the drink with sparkling water, which lightens it up and adds a little carbonation. I typically use mineral water (Topo Chico is my go-to), but club soda, soda water, or tonic water will also work.
This refreshing cold coffee drink is naturally vegetarian, vegan, dairy free, and gluten free!
You'll Also Need
You'll need a measuring cup to portion the juice and cold brew, plus a tall glass (such as a 16-ounce tumbler), to make and serve the drink. I also recommend serving the drink with a reusable straw for easy sipping.
How to Make Orange Coffee
Coffee with orange juice couldn't be easier to make! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's an overview of the steps:
- Fill glass with ice. Start by filling a tall glass about three-quarters full with ice.
- Add OJ. Pour the orange juice over the ice.
- Top with cold brew. Add the cold brew next.
- Add vanilla + sparkling water. Finish by adding a few drops of vanilla extract, then top off the drink with sparkling water. Stir well before drinking.
Wasn't that easy? You'll be sipping this delicious Orange Coffee drink in no time ... cheers!
Variations
This Orange Iced Coffee recipe is fun and easy to customize! Here are a few ideas to try:
- Coffee - Experiment with different coffee roasts, leftover cold coffee, or espresso in place of the cold brew. If you use a lighter roast, you may want to use less orange juice, so it doesn't overpower the flavor of the drink.
- Juice - You can make this drink with other juices, such as grapefruit, lemon juice, or even lemonade. If you use lemon juice, you may want to balance the tart juice with a splash of simple syrup.
- Sparkling Water - Various kinds of carbonated waters, such as mineral water, club soda, seltzer, tonic water, and soda water can be used.
- Garnish - For a fancy finishing touch, garnish the drink with a dried orange slice, fresh slice, or orange peel twist.
- Syrup - If you'd prefer a sweeter drink, add a little syrup, such as vanilla, hazelnut, chocolate, or caramel.
- Latte - Replace the sparkling water with your favorite milk.
Related Recipes
If you enjoyed this recipe, make sure to check out my Grapefruit Coffee recipe next! You'll love these other iced coffee drinks, too:
- Perfect Iced Coffee - Three easy ways to make cold coffee at home.
- Instant Iced Coffee - Perfect for when you're in a hurry.
- Iced Irish Coffee - This is a fun twist on the classic drink!
- Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso - A yummy Starbucks copycat you can easily make at home.
- Whipped Coffee - This trendy Dalgona coffee drink is a fun treat that's simple to make.
- Australian Iced Coffee - A decadent drink from Down Under that combines cold coffee with ice cream.
- Dirty Chai - For caffeine lovers ... this recipe pairs spiced tea with a shot of coffee.
- Coffee Ice Cubes - The best way to use up leftover coffee!
- Iced Coffee Popsicles - A wonderful frozen treat on a hot summer day.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Combining orange juice and espresso became a TikTok trend in 2022, but this tasty drink was around long before it went viral on social media! You'll find many different versions of the drink, and they go by names ranging from Orange Coffee (like this one) to Orange Espresso, Sunrise, Bumble Coffee (or Bumblebee), OJ Express, Orange Latte, and more.
Coffee and orange juice has a bright, fresh flavor that's lightly sweetened and tangy. It's very refreshing. Because this version is made with cold brew (rather than espresso), it also has a smoother flavor.
Yes, orange coffee tastes really good! You'll especially enjoy this drink if you like light, bright, acidic flavors.
There are many benefits of drinking coffee and orange juice. From the coffee, you'll get that wonderful caffeine boost, plus antioxidants and other active substances that may reduce inflammation and prevent disease. Visit John Hopkins Medicine to learn why Drinking (the Right Amount of) Coffee is Good for You. Meanwhile, orange juice is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, and it has other benefits when consumed in moderation. Stop by WebMD to discover more orange juice benefits.
You'll find many versions of coffee with sparkling water, and they go by different names (depending on the ingredients used), such as Sparkling Coffee or Sparkling Americano (coffee or espresso with sparkling water), Espresso Tonic (espresso and tonic water), Cold Brew Tonic (cold brew and tonic water), Coffee Spritz (coffee and sparkling water), or Coffee Soda (coffee and soda water).
Orange Coffee
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup orange juice
- ⅓ cup cold brew
- 2 to 3 drops vanilla extract
- sparkling water
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice (about ¾ full).
- Pour orange juice over ice.
- Top orange juice with cold brew.
- Add vanilla extract, then fill remaining space in glass with sparkling water.
- Stir well, then serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
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