This cold coffee drink isn’t just for summer anymore and can be served in many different ways.
To begin with, it’s first important to understand what exactly takes it from good to great.
For starters, Calatrello points out that the long steeping time is “critical.”
Courtesy of PJs
“Cold brew should be steeped for at least 12 hours for optimal results,” she says.
Another essential detail is the size of the grind, which Calatrello says must be extra coarse.
“Or the cold brew may over-extract, resulting in a bitter and bland brew,” she adds.
Shutterstock
And lastly, the quality of the water used is also paramount.
Calatrello shares that many major national coffee chains serve diluted cold brew that doesn’t have much flavor.
However, Starbucks' nitro cold brew is one “notable exception,” she says.
Shutterstock
In fact, Calatrello recommends ordering it any time you see it offered on a menu.
She points out that the popular chain typically serves theirs sans ice.
“So that means you get more cold brew for your moneya huge plus!”
Bluestone Lane (51 Fort Street, Cayman Islands) / Facebook
Not to mention, its e-commerce platform and subscription service are growing.
“Blue Bottle’s cold brew is perfectly balanced, smooth, and refreshing,” says Calatrello. "
We love that it is full-bodied and tastes delicious on its own or with milk."
Photo: Courtesy of Peet’s Coffee
In addition, its cafes are often minimalistic and chic and well worth the visit.
Beyond its welcoming atmosphere, it serves up a top-notch cold brew.
“Baridi is the Swahili word for cold,” Main mentions.
Courtesy of PJs
“The best coffees to brew cold are coffees that naturally have refreshing flavor attributes,” adds Main.
“And those flavor notes express really nicely in a cold brew.”
I remember them brewing it in their cafes back in the mid-’90s," he says.
Raul D. / Yelp
It’s brewed using a special cold-drip process that results in coffee that is two-thirds less acidic.
The chain has nearly 170 locations throughout the country.
La Colombe even sells it on tap fridge pack.
ARTYOORAN / Shutterstock
The chain offers its original blend for sale right on itswebsiteas well.
Dunkin'
Dunkin’makes some tasty cold brew that is a favorite among many.
Started in 1950, the famous coffee and donut shop has over 11,300 locations worldwidepretty impressive, huh?
Dunkin' US / Facebook
Its cold brew is made with 100% Arabica beans steeped in cold water overnight for 12 hours.
Dunkin' likes to craft-brew this drink in small batches, so you know it will be good.
