What we're sipping: Fort Smith's Cold Fashioned

The drink: Poured over a cube of ice that fills most of the glass, the Cold Fashioned ($5) is a cocktail-esque nitro garnished with a cherry.

• It's a bit smoky with a hint of evanescence, a light sweetness and the bright coffee flavor preferred in the summer.
• The brew won't get you buzzed — by alcohol or caffeine — but is the perfect slow sipper for a meeting with a friend or an afternoon writing.

Check it out: Fort Smith Coffee Co., 1101 Rogers Ave., Fort Smith. Open daily, 6am-10pm.