Explorer Recipes

A calmer way to caffeinate in the New Year
The New Year is a great time to rethink your coffee routine—not by cutting coffee out, but by finding a better balance. Reducing or managing your caffeine intake can lead... Read more...
3 Cozy Winter Drinks You Can Make at Home
When the temperatures drop, there’s nothing better than curling up with a warm drink that tastes like pure comfort. Explorer’s Cold Brew Concentrates and Chai Concentrates make it easy to... Read more...
Holiday Gift Guide for Coffee Lovers
  Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide relieves the stress of this holiday season. We want to make sure you have the resources for the shorter days, longer nights, and the... Read more...
The Perfect Pair: Food and Cold Brew Combinations You Didn’t Know You Needed
Coffee and food, a timeless duo. But when it comes to cold brew, the possibilities go far beyond breakfast. From bold chocolate desserts to cozy brunch plates and late-night treats,... Read more...
Less Buzz, More Balance: Why We Love Half-Caf Coffee
Caffeine doesn’t have to be all or nothing. Enter: The Seeker Half-Caf - Explorer’s smooth, balanced middle ground for those who want just the right amount of energy. Here’s why... Read more...
The Ultimate Cold Brew Cocktail Guide
Whether you’re winding down after work, hosting friends, or just craving something a little more elevated, cold brew cocktails are the perfect way to bring barista-meets-bartender energy home. With Explorer Cold... Read more...
Cold Brew Beyond Summer: Cozy Fall & Winter Recipes You’ll Love
Cold brew season never really ends — at least not for us. Explorer Cold Brew is crafted to be enjoyed any time of year, and when the temps drop, it... Read more...
Find Your Flow: The 4 Levels of Caffeine with Explorer Cold Brew
Life moves fast, and your coffee should move with you. That’s why Explorer created the world’s first coffee concentrate with four caffeine levels, so you can find your perfect flow, no... Read more...
5 Cold Brew & Chai Drinks For Pride Month
From classic to boozy, we have something that'll keep you going all Pride Month long.  #1 Classic Cold Brew Our flagship Classic Cold Brew, mixed with water, over ice (with a splash... Read more...
Irish Cold Brew Recipe
Indulge in our decadent Irish Cold Brew morning and night! Adjust the caffeine using our Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate in any of the 4 caffeine levels. Double or triple the recipe to treat yourself, along with... Read more...
5 Iced Coffee & Chai Recipes To Drink All Winter
Did you know that last year cold drinks made up 75% of sales at Starbucks!? Basically, it's iced coffee & chai season all year long. So, don't let a few... Read more...
5 Reasons Why Cold Brew and Coffee Make the Perfect Back-to-School Gifts for Students
LIMITED TIME OFFER: USE CODE 'SCHOOL20' AT CHECKOUT FOR 20% OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER Looking for the ideal gift for a student going back to school? Discover the top 5... Read more...
Iced Golden Turmeric Immunity Chai Tea Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients 2 ounces Golden Turmeric Chai Concentrate  1-2 drops Immunity Elixir   6-8 ounces water 1 cup ice Method 1. Add ice and... Read more...
Iced Sunset Chamomile Chai Tea Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients 2 ounces Sunset Chamomile Chai Concentrate  6-8 ounces water 1 cup ice Method 1. Add ice and water to glass 2. Add Sunset... Read more...
Horchata Cold Brew Recipe
Serving Size 2 Servings Prep Time 2 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (any caffeine level)  4 ounces cold Horchata  4 ounces cold almond milk  1/8 teaspoon cinnamon powder ... Read more...
The Golden Brew Recipe
Serving Size 2 Servings  Prep Time  2 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate 2 ounces cold water   1/2 cup Black Boba (or any color of your choice) ... Read more...
CaféTini Recipe
Serving Size  1 Serving  Prep Time 2 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (any caffeine level) 4 ounces cold water  1 teaspoon dried lavender flower buds, divided  1/4 cup heavy... Read more...
Honey Oat Cold Brew & Chill Recipe
This honey oat delight is infused with our new Relax Elixir made with CBD and Valerian Root Extract to bring your coffee ritual to a whole new level of calm.... Read more...
Ready to Go [Climb Mt. Everest] Caramel Cold Brew Recipe
This cold brew recipe is no joke - it pairs our Extra Caf with an extra boost of Focus! If Explorer had been around when Cason first climbed Everest, this... Read more...
Dream Time Vanilla Cold Brew Recipe
Believe it or not, this recipe was just featured at Coffee Fest as our signature drink! Utilizing the benefits of our new melatonin-infused Sleep elixir, we have created the first... Read more...
Classic Iced Chai Tea Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients 2 ounces Classic Masala Chai Concentrate 6 ounces water 1 cup ice Method Add ice and water to glass Add Classic Masala... Read more...
Iced Sparkling Cold Brew Recipe
This festive summer drink is the perfect way to dress up your everyday iced cold brew! Add sparkling water instead of tap for a fantastic surprise for your taste-buds.  Serving Size ... Read more...
Golden Turmeric Chai Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients  2 ounces Golden Turmeric Chai Concentrate 6 ounces regular or plant-based milk  Method Add Golden Turmeric Chai Concentrate to mug  Heat or heat... Read more...
Easy Chai Latte Recipe
Want to make a barista-quality chai latte in under a minute? Want to skip the coffee shop and make your favorite chai latte at home? Look no further! This chai... Read more...
Iced Dirty Chai Recipe
A perfect brunch drink, no machinery required.  Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients 4 ounces Dirty Chai Concentrate 4 ounces regular or plant-based milk  1 cup ice... Read more...
Sunset Chamomile Chai Latte Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients  2 ounces Sunset Chamomile Chai Concentrate 6 ounces regular or plant-based milk  Method Add Sunset Chamomile Chai Concentrate to mug  Heat or heat and... Read more...
Dirty Chai Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients  2 ounces Dirty Masala Chai Concentrate 6 ounces regular or plant-based milk  Method Add Dirty Masala Chai Concentrate to mug  Heat or heat and... Read more...
Oat Chai Latte Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time 1 minute  Ingredients 2 ounces Classic Masala Chai Concentrate 6 ounces oat milk Method Add Classic Masala Chai Concentrate to mug  Heat or heat and froth oat... Read more...
The 5 Best Holiday Coffee Recipes
Happy Holidays, Explorers! I don't know about you all, but here at Explorer HQ, we love getting into the holiday spirit...so of course we HAD to create a special round-up of... Read more...
Creamy Maple Vanilla Iced Latte Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 1 minute Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate  1/2 tablespoon Madagascar Vanilla Flavor Elixir 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup  6 ounces half and half (or plant-based creamer) Method Add ice... Read more...
White Chocolate Mocha Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving  Prep Time  1-2 minutes  Ingredients 1-2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate (any caffeine level) 3-4 ounces whole milk (or plant-based milk) 3 tablespoons white chocolate chips Optional: whipped... Read more...
Explorer Decaf Caramel Holiday Hot Cocoa Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 2 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Decaf Explorer Cold Brew 1 tablespoon Himalayan Sea Salt Caramel Elixir 1/2 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 6-8 ounces whole milk (or... Read more...
Top 5 Thanksgiving-Inspired Coffee Recipes
What are we grateful for this Thanksgiving? Family, friends, and....COFFEE of course! Inspired by our favorite Thanksgiving treats, these recipes are as satisfying as they sound, as delicious as they look and...you can make all... Read more...
Wunderkeks x Explorer Vanilla Cold Brew Cookie Milkshake Recipe
Inspired by Wunderkeks’ joyous childlike spirit, we are embracing our inner child with this cold brew cookie milkshake! You can make this for kids using our No Caf cold brew... Read more...
The Top 5 Fall-Inspired Coffee & Chai Recipes
Now that it's officially fall, we've compiled a list of the best, coziest, seasonal recipes. Each one is perfect for those crisp days, chilly nights, and afternoons spent amidst the sunshine and changing leaves.... Read more...
Explorer Pumpkin Spiced Latte Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 4 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate 1/2 cup milk 1 tbsp pumpkin puree 1 tbsp Himalayan Sea Salt Caramel Elixir  1 teaspoon... Read more...
Vanilla Bean Frappe Recipe
Serving Size 1 serving Prep Time  2 minutes Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate 1 tablespoon Madagascar Vanilla Flavor Elixir 6-8 ounces milk  1 cup ice Whipped cream (optional)  Method... Read more...
The Best *Cold Brew* Engagement Dessert Recipes
Explorer Coffee Dulce Chocolate Tart Chocolate Ganache Ingredients 3/4 cup Heavy Cream 1/4 cup Explorer Coffee Cold Brew Concentrate 1 Pound chocolate chips( can be Hershey’s or Toll house, but... Read more...
Vanilla Bourbon Cold Brew / Chai Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 1 minute Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew or Chai Concentrate 2 ounces bourbon ½ tablespoon Vanilla Flavor Elixir 6 ounces oat milk  1/2 teaspoon... Read more...
Iced Oat Caramel Macchiato Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 1 minute Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate ½ tablespoon Explorer Sea Salt Caramel Flavor Elixir 1 teaspoon caramel sauce  4 ounces milk ... Read more...
Iced Vanilla Latte Recipe
Serving Size 1 Serving Prep Time 1 minute Ingredients 2 ounces Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate ½ tablespoon Madagascar Vanilla Flavor Elixir 6-8 ounces milk  Method Combine Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate, Madagascar Vanilla... Read more...
Iced Cold Brew Cortado Recipe
Our modern cold brew twist on the classic cortado is always in style, and always in season. This recipe maintains the simplicity of the traditional cortado, while adding a sophisticated... Read more...
Coconut Cold Brew Iced Latte Recipe
This delicious coconut twist on the classic iced latte tastes and looks like a barista-level creation, and it can be made in two minutes or less. We love the way the... Read more...
Oat Iced Latte Recipe
This simple recipe not only requires two ingredients, but it can be made in under one minute. Make this delicious vegan iced latte before work, after work, on a weekend, or on... Read more...
Cold Brew Negroni Recipe
Enjoy our Negroni with a cold brew twist! Our Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate pairs beautifully with vermouth, gin, and Campari to create a unique coffee twist on the classic Negroni.  Serving Size 1... Read more...
Explorer Java Jam Recipe
As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, what better way to prep than to make some Explorer java jam? This cold brew infused jam is perfect to serve... Read more...
Mocha Chip Banana Bread Recipe
This mocha chip banana bread is to LIVE for. Our Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate highlights the chocolate notes and adds a vibrant splash to this beloved chocolate banana loaf. It is a crowd... Read more...
Pistachio Iced Latte Recipe
This super easy latte - with a sophisticated pistachio twist - is guaranteed to impress anyone you make it for! Pairing Tache Pistachio Milk with our Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate... Read more...
Coffee Almond Banana Nice Cream Recipe
Our founder’s fiancé Fran is the mastermind behind this delectable guilt-free dessert. Our cold brew almond banana Nice Cream is everything you’re craving and more. This four-ingredient vegan treat is... Read more...
Honey Oat Iced Latte Recipe
Jazz up your usual iced latte game with a honey and oat milk cold foam that pairs fabulously with our Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate. With just three ingredients, you can create... Read more...