Coffee and Orange Juice (Print version)

A bright iced drink made with fresh orange juice, espresso, and ice, finished with an orange slice for a cafe-style sip at home.

# Ingredients:

For one drink

01 - 6 fl oz (180 ml) cold orange juice, fresh squeezed or good bottled juice
02 - 2 fl oz (60 ml) fresh espresso, or 2 to 3 tablespoons cold brew concentrate
03 - 1 cup ice cubes
04 - 1 teaspoon honey or simple syrup, optional
05 - 1 small pinch fine salt, optional
06 - 1 orange slice, for garnish

# Instructions:

01 - Place a tall glass in the freezer for 5 minutes if you have time. A cold glass keeps the drink crisp longer.
02 - Pour the cold orange juice into the glass. Stir in honey or simple syrup if the juice is tart, then fill the glass with ice.
03 - Pull 2 ounces of espresso. Let it cool for about 30 seconds so it does not melt the ice too quickly.
04 - Slowly pour the espresso over the back of a spoon held just above the ice. This helps it float over the orange juice.
05 - Add the orange slice and drink right away. Taste it layered first, then stir if you want a more blended flavor.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served immediately over plenty of ice.
02 - Cold brew concentrate can replace espresso for a smoother drink.
03 - Use sweet, low-pulp orange juice for the cleanest texture.

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