Our Top 7 Easy Cold Coffee Recipes for Your Weekend Brews

These recipes are designed for simplicity, taste, and a dash of eco-consciousness.

THE CLASSIC COLD BREW CONCENTRATE

This is the foundation for many fantastic cold coffee drinks. It’s strong, smooth, and less acidic than regular iced coffee.

• What you’ll need:
• • Coarsely ground coffee (preferably fair trade sourced to support farmers)
  • Filtered water
  • A large jar or a dedicated cold brew maker
  • Fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• How to make it:
• 1. Combine 1 part coffee grounds with 4 parts cold filtered water in your jar.
• 2. Stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated.
• 3. Cover and let it steep at room temperature for 12-18 hours, or in the fridge for 18-24 hours.
• 4. Strain the concentrate through a fine-mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth into a clean container.
• 5. Store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
• 6. Serving suggestion: Mix 1 part concentrate with 1 part water or milk over ice in one of our elegant borosilicate glass tumblers. Add a splash of maple syrup if you like it sweet.

SIMPLE ICED COFFEE (THE QUICK FIX)

No time for cold brew? This is your go-to for instant cold coffee satisfaction.

• What you’ll need:
• • Strongly brewed hot coffee (make it double strength!)
  • Ice cubes
  • Milk or cream (optional)
  • Sweetener (optional)
• How to make it:
• 1. Brew your coffee stronger than usual. Let it cool for a few minutes.
• 2. Fill one of our ceramic coffee mugs (they hold temperature well!) with ice.
• 3. Pour the cooled coffee over the ice. The ice will melt slightly, diluting it to perfection.
• 4. Add milk, cream, or sweetener to taste.
• 5. Stir and enjoy!

CREAMY VANILLA ICED LATTE

A café favorite, made simple. This is perfect for those who love a rich, dessert-like cold coffee.

• What you’ll need:
  • 1 cup strong cold brew concentrate (from recipe 1) or chilled strong coffee
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1-2 tablespoons vanilla syrup (make your own with vanilla extract, sugar, and water for a sustainable option!)
  • Ice
• How to make it:
• 1. Fill one of our stylish, easy-to-hold coffee glasses with ice.
• 2. Pour in the vanilla syrup.
• 3. Add the milk.
• 4. Gently pour in the cold coffee.
• 5. Stir well and savor the sweetness.

SPICED CARDAMOM COLD COFFEE

For an adventurous palate, this recipe brings a touch of exotic flavor to your weekend brews.

• What you’ll need:
• • 1 cup cold brew concentrate
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • Sweetener to taste (honey or jaggery work beautifully)
  • Ice
• How to make it:
• 1. In a shaker bottle or a small jar (maybe one of our durable storage jars that can be reused for this purpose!), combine cold brew, milk, cardamom, and sweetener.
• 2. Shake vigorously until well combined and frothy.
• 3. Pour over ice into one of our unique artisan-crafted mugs.
• 4. Garnish with a pinch of cardamom powder if desired.

DAIRY-FREE CHOCOLATE COLD BREW

A vegan-friendly treat that’s rich and satisfying. This is a brilliant way to reduce carbon footprint associated with dairy.

• What you’ll need:
• • 1 cup cold brew concentrate
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk (oat, almond, or soy)
  • 1-2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • Sweetener to taste (agave or maple syrup)
  • Ice
• How to make it:
• 1. In a blender, combine cold brew, plant-based milk, cocoa powder, and sweetener.
• 2. Blend until smooth and frothy.
• 3. Pour over ice into one of our earthy, biomaterials-inspired cups.
• 4. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence.

MINTY FRESH COLD COFFEE

Perfect for a hot afternoon, this refreshing cold coffee is like a cool breeze in a glass.

• What you’ll need:
• • 1 cup chilled strong coffee
  • Few fresh mint leaves
  • 1-2 teaspoons simple syrup (or to taste)
  • Splash of milk or water
  • Ice
• How to make it:
• 1. Muddle the mint leaves gently with simple syrup at the bottom of your chosen glass. This releases their aromatic oils.
• 2. Fill the glass with ice.
• 3. Pour in the chilled coffee.
• 4. Add a splash of milk or water if desired.
• 5. Stir and garnish with a fresh mint sprig.

UPCYCLED “COFFEE CUBES” COLD COFFEE

A fantastic way to ensure no coffee goes to waste, aligning with circular economy principles. These coffee ice cubes prevent dilution and add extra flavor.

• What you’ll need:
• • Leftover brewed coffee (cooled)
  • Ice cube tray (consider our silicone ice cube trays for easy release!)
  • Milk or cold brew concentrate
  • Sweetener (optional)
• How to make it:
• 1. Pour any leftover cooled coffee into your ice cube tray.
• 2. Freeze until solid (at least 4 hours).
• 3. When ready for your weekend brews, fill your favorite mug or tumbler with these coffee ice cubes.
• 4. Pour cold milk or cold brew concentrate over the cubes.
• 5. Add sweetener if desired and stir. As the cubes melt, they strengthen your drink instead of watering it down!