7 Cold Brew Coffees That Stay Rich Over Ice
Counter Culture Big Trouble is our top cold brew pick, with caramel sweetness and body that hold up over ice. Compare seven beans and brewing tips.
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How to Balance a Monte Cristo Coffee Cocktail
Build a balanced Monte Cristo coffee with fresh brew, Kahlúa, Grand Marnier, and restrained toppings, plus hot, iced, and ordering guidance.
How Spanish Bombon Coffee Gets Its Sweet Layers
Spanish bombon coffee layers espresso over condensed milk for a compact, caramel-rich drink, with a simple method, coffee advice, and fixes for common mistakes.
Smoked Paprika Mocha with a Spicy Kick
Brew a smoked paprika mocha at home using espresso, dark chocolate, and smoked paprika for a smoky, lightly spiced coffee drink ready in 10 minutes.
Ras el Hanout Coffee with Warm Spice Depth
Brew a ras el hanout coffee using a stovetop blend of cardamom, cinnamon, and rose with espresso for a complex North African spiced cup in under 10 minutes.
Allspice Maple Coffee with Warm Spiced Depth
Brew this allspice maple coffee with whole allspice berries, pure maple syrup, and strong drip coffee for a warm, naturally sweet cup in under 10 minutes.
Clove and Orange Coffee with Warm Spice
Brew a spiced clove and orange coffee at home using whole cloves, fresh orange zest, and dark roast beans. Rich, aromatic, and ready in under 15 minutes.
Black Pepper Mocha with a Warm Spiced Kick
Brew a bold Black Pepper Mocha using freshly cracked black pepper and dark chocolate for a warming, spice-forward coffee drink ready in 10 minutes.
Garam Masala Coffee with Warm Spice
Brew garam masala coffee by simmering whole spices with espresso and milk for a warming cup that skips the coffee shop markup entirely.
Lemongrass Ginger Cold Brew: Bright, Spiced, and Cool
Steep coarse coffee grounds with fresh lemongrass and ginger for 16 hours cold, then strain for a bright, spiced iced coffee.
Kaffir Lime Iced Coffee with Coconut Milk
Brew this kaffir lime iced coffee with cold-steeped coffee and a fragrant kaffir lime leaf syrup. Citrusy, bold, and ready in 15 minutes.
Jasmine Cold Brew: Floral, Smooth, and Refreshing
Steep jasmine green tea and coarsely ground coffee together for 12 hours to make a cold brew with floral depth and zero bitterness.
Bay Leaf Coffee with Warm Spice Notes
Steep two dried bay leaves into freshly brewed coffee for a subtly herbal, warming cup that takes under 10 minutes with no special equipment.
Fennel Spiced Coffee with Warm Anise Notes
Brew fennel spiced coffee with toasted fennel seeds and espresso for a naturally sweet, anise-forward cup that skips the sugar rush.
Sage Brown Butter Coffee with Toasted Notes
Brew this sage brown butter coffee by browning butter with fresh sage, then blending it into your espresso for a nutty, herbaceous cup in under 10 minutes.
Thyme Honey Latte with Steamed Milk
Steep fresh thyme into warm honey, pull a double espresso, and steam milk to a silky finish. This thyme honey latte is floral, herby, and ready in 10 minutes.
Basil Lime Cold Brew with Fresh Herb Syrup
Steep this basil lime cold brew overnight with a 2-minute herb syrup for a bright, citrusy coffee that skips the bitterness entirely.
Tamarind Spiced Coffee with Warm Depth
Brew a cup of tamarind spiced coffee using real tamarind paste, cardamom, and black pepper for a tart, warming drink with no bitterness.
How to Balance Calamansi Cold Brew Without Sourness
Fresh calamansi, coarse grounds, 1:1 dilution, and late juicing keep cold brew smooth while preserving the drink’s bright citrus finish in every glass.
Yuzu Espresso Tonic with Citrus Foam
Shake up a yuzu espresso tonic using fresh tonic water, yuzu juice, and a double shot of espresso for a bright, citrus-forward coffee drink ready in 5 minutes.