When summer arrives, we often look for refreshing drinks that provide a wonderful blend of good flavors and are an escape from the heat.
If you are a coffee lover, the espresso spritzer is a great choice to satisfy your cravings.
This unique blend combines the bold richness of espresso with the buzz of sparkling water, creating a delightful and refreshing summer drink. Therefore, take the ingredients, follow the simple steps and indulge in this summer drink, which combines the best of coffee and refreshment.
Read how to prepare it:
Ingredients needed:
- 2 cups of espresso (approximately 50 g)
- ice
- sparkling water
- sweetener of choice
- lemon or orange peel
Method of preparation:
- Start brewing an espresso using your preferred method. Allow the freshly brewed espresso to cool to room temperature. Once cooled, transfer to the refrigerator and chill for at least 30 minutes. Chilled espresso will provide a refreshing taste.
- Take a tall glass and fill it with ice cubes. Take the chilled espresso out of the fridge and pour it into the glass with the ice cubes.
- Then, top up the glass with sparkling water. The amount of sparkling water can vary depending on your preference. Start with a 1:1 ratio of espresso to sparkling water and adjust to taste.
- If you prefer a sweeter drink, you can add honey. For an extra burst of flavor, garnish your espresso spritzer with a lemon or orange peel. You can also experiment with cinnamon sticks.
