For the guest who wants something rich and grown-up without the alcohol, the Aqua Coffea delivers. Smooth and spiced, it is our alcohol-free take on a sophisticated coffee cocktail — an after-dinner indulgence that fits right into the luxury experience at Apex Aqua Vitae in Apex, North Carolina.
A coffee cocktail, zero-proof
The heart of the drink is Seedlip Spice 94, a distilled non-alcoholic spirit with warm allspice and citrus-bark notes. We build on it with house cold brew for depth and body, honey for gentle sweetness, and an orange sorbet oleo-saccharum that adds a bright citrus lift. A dusting of cinnamon sugar rounds out the aroma.
The result is smooth, faintly spiced and satisfyingly complex — the kind of drink you savor slowly. It scratches the espresso-martini itch entirely without alcohol, which is exactly the point.
The perfect nightcap alternative
Aqua Coffea is ideal as a dessert course, a designated-driver’s treat, or a pick-me-up during a long evening out in the Triangle. Coffee lovers and anyone avoiding alcohol will find it far more interesting than a plain cup.
Pair it with our Charcuterie Board or a sweet-leaning small plate to close out the night in style.
The grown-up alternative to dessert
There is a gap in most menus between “just a coffee” and “a boozy nightcap,” and the Aqua Coffea fills it perfectly. Built on Seedlip Spice 94 with real cold brew, it has the body and bittersweet depth of a proper after-dinner drink, with none of the alcohol and all of the sophistication.
It is a favorite among guests who want to keep a clear head without missing out on the finale of the evening. If you love it, explore the rest of our craft mocktail menu — each one is treated with the same seriousness as our cocktails, because at Apex Aqua Vitae, everyone at the table deserves something special.
Good to know
- Bar: Apex Aqua Vitae — Liquid Luxury & Bar
- Category: Mocktails
- Where: Apex, North Carolina, in the heart of the Raleigh–Durham–Cary Triangle
- Easy to reach from: Cary, Raleigh, Morrisville and Holly Springs
- Explore or reserve: lightpink-chamois-855074.hostingersite.com/ or call 919-267-4246
- Follow along: Facebook, Instagram and TikTok for new pours and events
Frequently asked questions
Does Aqua Coffea contain alcohol?
No. It is a zero-proof mocktail built on Seedlip Spice 94, a non-alcoholic distilled spirit, with cold brew, honey and cinnamon.
Does Aqua Coffea have caffeine?
Yes, it contains cold brew coffee, so it does include caffeine.
Where can I order it?
At Apex Aqua Vitae in Apex, NC, from our craft mocktail menu.
Visit Apex Aqua Vitae — Liquid Luxury & Bar in Apex, North Carolina. Explore the full menu at lightpink-chamois-855074.hostingersite.com/ or call 919-267-4246. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Explore every zero-proof option under Mocktails.