Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! Inspired by the nostalgic flavors of a classic cherry vanilla cola, this mocktail takes things to a whole new level with the addition of cold brew coffee. The roasted, slightly caffeinated kick of the coffee pairs surprisingly well with the sweet muddled cherries and vanilla, creating a complex, dark, and utterly delicious zero-proof sip that feels distinctly adult.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 4 Minutes

• Servings: 1 Drink

• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 6 Fresh cherries, pitted

• 3 oz Premium Cold Brew Coffee (a blend with cinnamon or vanilla notes works beautifully)

• 3 oz Craft Cola (preferably made with real cane sugar)

• 1/8 tsp Pure vanilla extract

• 1 Fresh rosemary sprig

• Ice cubes

• GND Orange Slices for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Muddle: Place the pitted fresh cherries into a cocktail shaker and muddle thoroughly to extract all their sweet juices.

2. Combine: Add the cold brew coffee and vanilla extract to the shaker.

3. Shake & Strain: Fill with ice and give it a quick 10-second shake. Double strain (using a fine mesh strainer to catch the cherry skins) into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice. (Note: If you like the rustic texture of the cherry pieces, you can skip the shaker and build this directly in the glass!)

4. Top off: Top with the craft cola and stir gently to combine without losing the fizz.

5. Garnish: Slap the fresh rosemary sprig against your hand to release its aromatic oils and tuck it into the glass, alongside a stunning dehydrated orange slice.

💡 GND Pro-Tip: Coffee and cola offer deep, dark, and robust flavors that benefit incredibly from a bright citrus contrast. While the rosemary provides a savory, woodsy scent, tucking a GND dehydrated Orange Slice into the drink introduces essential citrus oils that lift the entire flavor profile and provide a beautiful pop of color against the dark liquid. 👉 Shop GND Orange Slices