Fall Inspired Recipes To Embrace The Season
Sweater weather is approaching, the mornings are getting cooler, and we’re officially ready for cozy coffee season.
The best part? You don’t need a complicated espresso machine—or a daily coffee shop run—to make a fall coffee worth looking forward to.
With Explorer Cold Brew as your base, you can whip up coffee-shop-inspired drinks at home in just a few minutes. Whether you’re hanging onto iced coffee season or ready to wrap your hands around a warm latte, these three simple recipes have you covered.
And because Explorer lets you choose your caffeine level, you can customize each recipe to fit your day.
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Salted Caramel Cold Brew
Sweet, buttery, slightly salty, and ridiculously easy. This iced cold brew brings together rich coffee and caramel for a drink that tastes like fall without being overly complicated.
Ingredients
- 8 oz Explorer Cold Brew On Tap
- 2–3 oz milk or oat milk
- 1–2 tbsp Himalayan Sea Salt Caramel Elixir, to taste
- Ice
- Pinch of flaky sea salt, optional
- Caramel drizzle, optional
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add Explorer Cold Brew On Tap
- Stir in the Himalayan Sea Salt Caramel Elixir.
- Top with your favorite milk or oat milk.
- Stir until combined.
- For an extra-special finish, add a drizzle of caramel and a tiny pinch of flaky sea salt.
Make it your own: Add a little extra milk for a creamier drink, or froth your milk before pouring it over the cold brew.
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Vanilla Hot Cold Brew Latte
Yes, cold brew can be served hot! Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate makes it easy to create a warm, smooth latte without pulling a single espresso shot. Madagascar Vanilla Elixir adds just the right amount of sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate
- 3 oz hot water
- 3 oz milk or oat milk
- 1–2 tbsp Madagascar Vanilla Elixir, to taste
- Cinnamon or nutmeg for topping, optional
Instructions
- Add Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate and hot water to your favorite mug.
- Stir in the Madagascar Vanilla Elixir.
- Heat your milk until steaming, then froth if desired.
- Slowly pour the warm milk over your coffee.
- Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra touch of fall.
Make it extra cozy: Warm your mug with hot water before making your latte to help your drink stay warmer longer.
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Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte
Nothing says fall quite like pumpkin spice. This creamy iced coffee combines smooth Explorer Cold Brew with pumpkin, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness for an easy homemade version of your favorite seasonal coffee shop drink.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate
- 4 oz cold water
- 2 oz milk or oat milk
- 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1–2 tbsp maple syrup, to taste
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- Ice
- Extra pumpkin pie spice for topping, optional
Instructions
- In a small glass or jar, combine the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and milk. Whisk or shake until smooth and creamy.
- Fill a tall glass with ice.
- Add Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate and cold water.
- Pour the pumpkin spice milk mixture over the cold brew.
- Stir well to combine.
- Finish with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice and enjoy!
Make it extra cozy: Froth the pumpkin spice milk mixture before pouring it over your cold brew for a creamy, coffee-shop-style finish.
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Find Your Perfect Fall Caffeine Level
One of the best parts about making these recipes with Explorer? You get to choose how much caffeine fits your day.
Explorer Cold Brew Concentrate is available in three caffeine levels:
The Classic — Full Caffeine
Your go-to for a traditional coffee pick-me-up.
The Seeker — Half Caffeine
Perfect when you want a gentler boost without giving up your coffee ritual.
The Daydreamer — Decaf
All the cold brew flavor without the caffeine—perfect for an afternoon or after-dinner fall treat.
So grab your favorite Explorer, break out your coziest mug (or your favorite iced coffee glass), and start sipping your way into fall.
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