Salted Maple Cold Brew

This Salted Maple Cold Brew is the perfect mix of sweet, salty, and smooth.

The maple syrup gives it a warm, caramel-like sweetness, while the sea salt balances everything out. And that creamy cold foam on top?

Absolute heaven. It’s super easy to make and way better than any coffee shop version. Let’s get into it!

What You’ll Need

Cold Brew Coffee:

1 ½ cups cold brew coffee (store-bought or homemade)
Ice cubes

Maple Sweetener:

2 tbsp pure maple syrup
½ tsp vanilla extract

Salted Cold Foam:

¼ cup heavy cream (or half & half for a lighter version)
2 tbsp milk (any kind)
⅛ tsp sea salt

all the ingredients for Salted Maple Cold Brew

☕ Pro Tips for the Best Salted Maple Cold Brew

Use good cold brew – If you’re making it at home, use coarsely ground coffee and steep it for at least 12 hours.
Don’t skip the salt – It enhances the maple flavor and balances the sweetness.
Froth it right – A milk frother or small handheld whisk gives the cold foam that perfect airy texture.
Adjust to taste – Add more or less maple syrup depending on how sweet you like your coffee.
Chill everything – Use cold ingredients so the ice doesn’t melt too fast and dilute the coffee.

☕ Tools You’ll Need

Tall glass
Small bowl
Milk frother (or whisk)
Spoon for stirring

☕ Substitutions & Variations

Dairy-free? Use oat milk or coconut cream for the foam.
Want it stronger? Use espresso instead of cold brew.
Less sweet? Reduce the maple syrup or swap it for a sugar-free option.
Extra fancy? Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the cold foam.

🥶 Make-Ahead Tips

You can make the cold brew up to a week in advance and keep it in the fridge.
The salted cold foam is best made fresh, but you can mix the cream, milk, and salt ahead of time and froth it when ready.

How to Make Salted Maple Cold Brew

1️⃣ Sweeten the Coffee

In a glass, stir together cold brew coffee, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully mixed. Add ice cubes.

a tall glass filled with dark cold brew coffee, with golden maple syrup being poured in and vanilla extract swirling into the liquid

2️⃣ Make the Salted Cold Foam

In a small bowl, mix heavy cream, milk, and sea salt. Use a milk frother or whisk to whip until slightly thickened and foamy.

a small glass bowl with heavy cream, milk, and flaky sea salt inside

3️⃣ Assemble the Drink

white creamy salted cold foam being poured over a tall glass of dark iced coffee with clear ice cubes

Gently pour the salted cold foam over the sweetened cold brew, letting it float on top. Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt for the final touch.

a tall glass of salted maple cold brew, showing the rich, dark coffee swirling with creamy white cold foam on top

🥶 Leftovers & Storage

Cold brew: Store in the fridge for up to a week.
Salted foam: Best fresh, but you can pre-mix the ingredients (before frothing) and store in the fridge for 1–2 days.

Time to Enjoy!

And there you have it—your homemade Salted Maple Cold Brew! It’s smooth, creamy, and perfectly balanced with that hint of salt. Try it out and let me know what you think in the comments. Got any fun twists on this recipe? I’d love to hear them! Cheers! ☕✨