The Son of Man | Aesthetic Iced Coffee Recipe
Inspired by Magritte’s The Son of Man, this three-layered beverage blends fruitiness, citrus sparkle, and coffee richness into a creative coffee recipe.
Hojalicious draws inspiration from surrealist art to create The Son of Man, a beverage that goes beyond coffee to become a drinkable artwork. Designed as both an aesthetic iced coffee and a showcase of creative coffee recipes, it layers green apple, lemon, and espresso into a surreal visual and taste experience.
The drink begins with a refreshing base of Green Apple Syrup blended with cold water, offering crisp sweetness reminiscent of the apple motif in René Magritte’s painting. The middle layer introduces sparkling lemon soda, bright and effervescent, adding a lively citrus kick. Finally, a chilled espresso layer crowns the drink, bold and aromatic, contrasting perfectly with the fruity notes below.
Finished with a touch of fresh mint, The Son of Man is visually striking, with three distinct layers that capture attention instantly. Its simplicity of preparation, combined with high visual impact, makes it ideal for seasonal menus, limited-time café promotions, or themed beverage collaborations. For modern coffee shops, this recipe offers both artistry and efficiency, ensuring every serving delights customers while strengthening brand storytelling.
Ingredients
Green Apple Syrup 50ml
Cold Water 50ml
Sparkling Water 130ml
Lemon Juice 15ml
Espresso 40ml (shaken with ice and diluted
with 50ml cold water)
Ice Cubes 70% of serving glass
Fresh Mint Leaves (for garnish)
Directions
Fill a serving glass 70% with ice cubes. Mix Green Apple Syrup (50ml) with cold water (50ml), then pour into the glass as the base layer.
Blend sparkling water (130ml) with lemon juice (15ml), then carefully layer it over the apple mixture to form a lemon soda middle layer.
Shake espresso (40ml) with ice, dilute with 50ml cold water, then slowly pour it on top to create a distinct coffee layer.
Garnish with fresh mint leaves for a refreshing finish.
🏷 Tips
For more vivid layers, pour each component gently over the back of a spoon.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of Green Apple Syrup.
Can be served in tall transparent glasses for maximum visual impact.
