Iced Coffee Or Cold Brew, Which One Is Better?
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Summer is here, but work and school are still a part of many human’s lives. So of course, coffee is important! But, hot coffee might not be an option for many caffeinated humans, so iced coffee or cold brews are a great option. But What is the main difference between these caffeinated drinks? In this 787 coffee blog, we'll talk about these two amazing drinks, which one is better, their pros and cons and you'll get to decide which is better for YOU!
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Iced Coffee Or Cold Brew
Iced Coffee Vs Cold Brew
Iced Coffee
Iced coffee is a refreshing and easy to make drink, especially for those busy humans who need that caffeine to start the day before all of their meetings at work! To make it, just brew your favorite coffee, let it cool, then pour it over some ice and READY! After this, you can serve it on your to go cup with milk and your preferred sweetness, of course we recommend you to use one of our delicious homemade sauces that pairs best with you iced coffee, like our tres leches sauce! Its perfect for its sweet balance! Iced coffee is the perfect drink for a busy day where you don't have much time.
Why Choose Iced Coffee?
Smooth Flavor: Iced coffee has a smoother taste compared to cold brew.
Quick to Prepare: It’s faster to brew, which makes it perfect for busy humans
Less caffeine: It contains less caffeine than cold brew, providing just the right amount of energy.
Cold Brew
Cold brew is a slower way of doing coffee, it consist on putting you coffee ground in one container with water and let it sit for a period of time. You can leave your cold brew form 8 to 24 hours to make, depending on how strong you want it. The slow process of cold brew lets the coffee beans release all of its amazing flavors which makes your coffee more delicious and bolder with less acidic.
Why Choose Cold Brew?
Intense Flavor: The slow steeping process allows the coffee beans to release all their amazing flavors, resulting in a more delicious and bolder cup with less acidity.
More Caffeine: Cold brew has more caffeine than regular iced coffee, giving you that energy you need
Smooth but Bold: The long brewing time makes it smoother but full of a bold coffee flavor
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Which one is perfect for YOU?
The perfect cup of coffee is the one that brings you happiness! So, it all comes down to what you prefer your morning coffee to be. If you prefer a strong, caffeinated drink with a more balanced flavor and less acidity, then cold brew is the way to go. But if you prefer your coffee with less caffeine, acidity, and a smooth taste, then iced coffee is perfect for you. It also depends on how much time you have to prepare your morning coffee. For example, if you don't have time to prepare your cold brew or if you forgot to let it sit overnight, then iced coffee is a quick and satisfying chooice! The perfect cup of coffee is always the one that YOU love! There is no right or wrong answer!
Conclusion
Discovering new caffeinated drinks is so much fun. You might have seen both of these drinks on menus but weren't sure which one you would like. Now you know the main difference and what an iced coffee and a cold brew consist of. 787 Coffee is always here to help you make the perfect caffeinated drink at home, to play with different coffee recipes and have so much fun. This is why our coffee beans and homemade sauce are available for you at your nearest 787 Coffee shop or online! Have fun making coffee and stay caffeinated!
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