Summer season in New York Metropolis—is there something fairly prefer it? The sights, the smells, the bars with questionable theme nights which might be typically replicated however by no means duplicated—I’m sweating simply serious about it! To beat the town warmth, Companions Espresso is slinging a cool, tropical drink assured to hit your candy spot. It’s not simply chilly brew—it’s a Mango Chilly Brew With Coconut Chilly Foam: first charge chilly brew and house-made elements make this a really scrumptious tropical spin on a summer season staple. Summon the brew crew: we’re dancing the mango fandango with this unbelievable new signature drink.
To be taught extra, we spoke with Companions Espresso Director of Espresso Cary Wong.
Is there a particular story or that means behind the title of the drink?
We’ve all the time wished to create a signature drink that featured a non-dairy chilly foam, and after plenty of testing, coconut milk stood out. It had the very best taste and essentially the most lovely texture. From there, we began brainstorming what would pair nicely with coconut, and the very first thing that got here to thoughts was tropical fruits and mangos. It felt pure and nostalgic—shiny, tropical, and enjoyable. Excellent for the summer season.
What impressed the creation of this drink?
Summer season in New York! We wish to create a menu that felt refreshing and approachable a method for individuals to chill down however nonetheless take pleasure in new flavors. It’s the form of drinks you wish to sip on throughout a sizzling stroll via the town or hanging out with pals on the park. One thing gentle, energizing, and simply completely different sufficient to spark curiosity.
Who created it? Particular person? Workforce effort?
Positively a staff effort. I began engaged on the bottom recipe, after which all the staff jumped in to assist fantastic tune it. Their suggestions actually helped deliver it to life and through these testings, we ended up creating a number of extra summer season drinks too, just like the mango glowing matcha!
Are there any distinctive or domestically sourced elements used on this drink?
Every thing is made in-house from the mango syrup to the coconut chilly foam. We like maintaining issues easy, recent, and made with care.
How did you’re employed to steadiness the flavors and create the proper style profile?
Mango and coconut had been flavors I grew up with my mother would typically make desserts utilizing that combo, so the pairing was already acquainted and comforting to me. However I wasn’t certain how it could all come along with chilly brew. As soon as I began testing, I used to be shocked at how nicely the richness of the espresso linked the creamy coconut foam with the candy brightness of the mango. It felt layered however nonetheless tremendous simple to drink like one thing you’d crave on a sizzling day.
What sort of espresso is used on this drink?
Companions Chilly Brew
Would you suggest any meals pairings to go together with it?
I feel the Mango Chilly Brew with Coconut Chilly Foam pairs very well with a wealthy brownie or a shiny, fruity tart. The drink has that steadiness of creamy, candy, and refreshing, so it performs properly off one thing indulgent or citrusy. It’s a good way to spherical out slightly afternoon deal with.
What are individuals saying about it?
Our company are loving this combo! It positively stands out on the menu and persons are intrigued. Some are slightly hesitant at first as a result of it’s not one thing they’ve seen earlier than, however as soon as they struggle it, they’re shocked by how a lot they take pleasure in it. We’ve had of us come again simply to inform us how unexpectedly scrumptious it was which is all the time the very best form of suggestions.
How a lot does it value? (If a number of sizes, please specify)
$7.00 for 16oz
It’s obtainable via August 31, 2025 at Companions Espresso places.
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