After a brief lull, summer is back in full swing, and iced coffee is the perfect way to refresh yourself. Iced coffee not only offers a welcome change from hot drinks, but it also combines the invigorating effects of caffeine with a refreshing beverage. With the recipes we're sharing in this week's blog post, you can easily treat your palate to new taste sensations – right at home! Get creative and experiment with different ingredients and your favorite SIMON&BEARNS coffee to develop new and innovative coffee recipes. We'll show you two incredibly refreshing iced coffee recipes to help you relax in this hot weather. Enjoy!
Why drink cold coffee in hot weather?
As the temperature rises, we crave cooling relief and an energy boost. Cold brew coffee offers just that: an invigorating caffeine kick and a pleasant refreshment. Cooling hot coffee alters its flavor profile, revealing subtle nuances and aromas that often remain hidden when hot. The cold brew version also provides a welcome change from a hot cup of coffee and will make your taste buds explode.
Which coffee is particularly suitable for making iced coffee?
As you probably know, not all coffee is created equal. Depending on the growing region, variety, processing method, and roasting, even the same green coffee beans can taste different. Fruity coffees are particularly well-suited for cold brew and iced coffee. The aromas and nuances of fruit come through especially well in cold brew, giving you a particularly refreshing kick. These fruity coffees often come from small farms that cultivate special varieties in small quantities, known as microlots. These are then often fermented or processed naturally to extract even more sweetness from the green coffee. Learn more about coffee processing here.
Cold coffee vs. cold brew
But what's the difference between cold coffee and cold brew? It's actually quite simple. Cold coffee is brewed hot and then chilled in the refrigerator or with ice cubes. You can use your preferred brewing method, such as French press , filter , or Chemex – once it's cold, your coffee tastes even more delicious than when it's hot!
Cold brew, on the other hand, is brewed cold. To make it, add 1 liter of cold water to approximately 100g of ground coffee. Mix the two ingredients well in a large container and leave it in a cool, dark place for about 12 to 24 hours. Afterward, filter the mixture and enjoy it over ice. You can find more delicious iced coffee recipes here.
Here are our unusual coffee recipes:
Recipe 1: Zesty Citrus Iced Coffee
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cold coffee
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Juice of half a lemon
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1 teaspoon of honey
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Optional: a dash of orange bitters
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ice cubes
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Garnish: Lemon slices
Preparation:
1. Brew your favorite coffee and let it cool down.
2. Now mix the cold coffee in a glass with the lemon juice, honey and a dash of orange bitters.
3. Add the ice cubes and garnish your refreshing cold coffee with the lemon slices.
4. Enjoy!
Recipe 2: Cold Coconut Mocha Coffee
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of cold coffee
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1/4 cup coconut milk
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1 teaspoon maple syrup
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1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
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pinch of sea salt
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Vanilla ice cream
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Grated chocolate
Required: Mixer
Preparation:
- Put the cold coffee, coconut milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt into the blender and mix on high speed.
- Fill a glass halfway with vanilla ice cream.
- Pour the coffee-coconut mixture over the ice cream.
- Garnish with grated chocolate and enjoy immediately.
Cold coffee is the perfect antidote to hot summer days. Whether you prefer a classic iced latte, a fruity cold brew, or even an espresso martini, we've got you covered. Our unique coffee drinks offer a refreshing alternative to traditional cold coffee and introduce you to new taste sensations. Let us know what you think and which recipe is your favorite!
Your SIMON&BEARNS Team
Cold coffee for summer: Unusual recipes to refresh you
After a brief lull, summer is back in full swing, and iced coffee is the perfect way to refresh yourself. Iced coffee not only offers a welcome change from hot drinks, but it also combines the invigorating effects of caffeine with a refreshing beverage. With the recipes we're sharing in this week's blog post, you can easily treat your palate to new taste sensations – right at home! Get creative and experiment with different ingredients and your favorite SIMON&BEARNS coffee to develop new and innovative coffee recipes. We'll show you two incredibly refreshing iced coffee recipes to help you relax in this hot weather. Enjoy!
Why drink cold coffee in hot weather?
As the temperature rises, we crave cooling relief and an energy boost. Cold brew coffee offers just that: an invigorating caffeine kick and a pleasant refreshment. Cooling hot coffee alters its flavor profile, revealing subtle nuances and aromas that often remain hidden when hot. The cold brew version also provides a welcome change from a hot cup of coffee and will make your taste buds explode.
Which coffee is particularly suitable for making iced coffee?
As you probably know, not all coffee is created equal. Depending on the growing region, variety, processing method, and roasting, even the same green coffee beans can taste different. Fruity coffees are particularly well-suited for cold brew and iced coffee. The aromas and nuances of fruit come through especially well in cold brew, giving you a particularly refreshing kick. These fruity coffees often come from small farms that cultivate special varieties in small quantities, known as microlots. These are then often fermented or processed naturally to extract even more sweetness from the green coffee. Learn more about coffee processing here.
Cold coffee vs. cold brew
But what's the difference between cold coffee and cold brew? It's actually quite simple. Cold coffee is brewed hot and then chilled in the refrigerator or with ice cubes. You can use your preferred brewing method, such as French press , filter , or Chemex – once it's cold, your coffee tastes even more delicious than when it's hot!
Cold brew, on the other hand, is brewed cold. To make it, add 1 liter of cold water to approximately 100g of ground coffee. Mix the two ingredients well in a large container and leave it in a cool, dark place for about 12 to 24 hours. Afterward, filter the mixture and enjoy it over ice. You can find more delicious iced coffee recipes here.
Here are our unusual coffee recipes:
Recipe 1: Zesty Citrus Iced Coffee
Ingredients:
Preparation:
1. Brew your favorite coffee and let it cool down.
2. Now mix the cold coffee in a glass with the lemon juice, honey and a dash of orange bitters.
3. Add the ice cubes and garnish your refreshing cold coffee with the lemon slices.
4. Enjoy!
Recipe 2: Cold Coconut Mocha Coffee
Ingredients:
Required: Mixer
Preparation:
Cold coffee is the perfect antidote to hot summer days. Whether you prefer a classic iced latte, a fruity cold brew, or even an espresso martini, we've got you covered. Our unique coffee drinks offer a refreshing alternative to traditional cold coffee and introduce you to new taste sensations. Let us know what you think and which recipe is your favorite!
Your SIMON&BEARNS Team