Cold brew & iced drinks – all flavours, types and applications

What is cold brew & iced drinks

Cold brew & iced drinks include all beverages that are prepared cold or served chilled straight away, such as cold-brewed coffee (cold brew coffee) and various types of iced tea. Cold brew coffee is steeped slowly at a low temperature, resulting in a smoother, less bitter taste. Iced tea and other ice-cold drinks can be offered based on either tea or coffee, with or without caffeine, and in a wide range of flavour profiles. The category includes ready-to-drink cold brew as well as cold brew concentrate, fresh iced coffee, instant cold brew and home made options.

Different types of cold brew & iced drinks

Within this category you can choose from various types and preparation methods:

• Cold brew coffee: single origin, blends, cold brew extract, cold brew concentrate and ready-to-drink cold brew.
• Iced coffee drinks: classic iced coffee, instant cold brew, cold brew in a bottle or can.
• Iced tea: fruity iced tea, cherry cold brew, low-caffeine and caffeine-free iced drinks, organic iced drinks.
• Special variants: low-sugar ice-cold drinks with no sugar, sustainable cold brew options, Fairtrade-certified drinks, packaged cold coffee drinks.
• Packaging sizes: bottle, can, sachet, bulk packaging for home, outdoor or office.

How to choose the right cold brew & iced drink

Choosing the perfect cold brew & iced drink depends on your personal preferences and the occasion:

Type of cold drink

• Cold brew coffee versus iced tea: do you go for the smooth, intense taste of cold-brewed coffee or the refreshing variety of iced tea?
• Other ice-cold drinks: think innovative flavours such as fruity iced tea or cherry cold brew.

Flavour profile

• Fruity, mild, intense, bitter or sweet: tailor the profile to your preference.

Caffeine content

• With caffeine: for an energy kick.
• Caffeine-free or low-caffeine: an ideal option for later in the day or for those who want to avoid caffeine.

Packaging size

• Bottle, can, sachet or bulk: tailored to convenience, shelf life and your drinking habits.

Organic/Fairtrade

• Organic cold brew and iced drinks or Fairtrade variants for conscious home users.

Ready-to-drink or concentrate

• Ready-to-drink cold beverage: enjoy straight away.
• Concentrate: mix it yourself and prepare to taste.

Origin/Region & blend vs single origin

• Single origin cold brew: unique character per region.
• Blend coffee: a balanced flavour palette.

Brewing method

• Cold brew extract, home made cold brew, instant cold brew – differences in taste and convenience.

Key characteristics of cold brew & iced drinks

• Flavour intensity: cold brew coffee often has a smoother, less acidic taste than hot-brewed coffee.
• Variation in caffeine: from strong cold brew to caffeine-free and low-caffeine cold drinks.
• Ingredients: choose pure, organic or sugar-free options if you want to drink consciously.
• Packaging and sustainability: bottles and cans are convenient, recyclable and easy to take with you. Sustainable and Fairtrade choices support better environmental policy.
• Shelf life: packaged cold coffee drinks and iced tea keep well; pay attention to storage advice per product.

Uses of cold brew & iced drinks

Cold brew & iced drinks are versatile:

• At home: make a quick iced coffee or fresh iced tea for a relaxing moment.
• Office: ready-to-drink cold brew in convenient single-serve packaging.
• Outdoor & on the go: cans and bottles you can take anywhere, ideal for picnics or sport.
• Creative: use cold brew extract for cocktails or mix with milk and flavourings for homemade variations.

Buy cold brew & iced drinks at Café du Jour

At Café du Jour you can easily order your favourite cold brew coffee, iced tea or ready-to-drink cold beverage. Choose from well-known blends, surprising single origin cold brews, fruity iced tea or caffeine-free cold drinks. With attention to organic, Fairtrade and sustainable options, you will always find a flavour and packaging format that suits you. Discover the wide range and enjoy an ice-cold refreshment at any time, tailored to your taste and needs.