10 Cold Brew Coffee Recipes to Keep You Cool & Caffeinated

If you’re anything like me, the moment the temperature rises, the hot coffee takes a backseat—and in comes the cold brew. But plain cold brew every day? Let’s spice it up (literally and figuratively).

These 10 cold brew coffee recipes are not just refreshing—they’re customizable, Instagram-worthy, and bursting with flavor. Whether you like it sweet, spicy, creamy, or bold, there’s something here for your perfect caffeine fix.

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1. Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew

Just like the coffee shop classic, but you can make it at home for way less. It’s smooth, slightly sweet, and ultra-creamy.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 2 tbsp vanilla syrup
• 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Fill a glass with ice and pour in the cold brew.
2. Stir in the vanilla syrup.
3. Gently pour cream on top for that dreamy layered effect, then stir if desired.

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2. Coconut Mocha Cold Brew

Tropical and chocolaty—this is like an island vacation with a caffeine kick.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
• Ice
• Toasted coconut flakes (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix cold brew and chocolate syrup until combined.
2. Add coconut milk and stir well.
3. Serve over ice and garnish with toasted coconut flakes.

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3. Spiced Cinnamon Honey Cold Brew

Sweet and slightly spicy, this one’s like cozy vibes in a chilled glass.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• Dash of nutmeg (optional)
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix honey with cinnamon (and nutmeg if using).
2. Pour the mixture into a glass with ice.
3. Add cold brew and stir until well mixed.

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4. Salted Caramel Cold Brew

Sweet, salty, and addictively good—this one is a serious crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 2 tbsp caramel sauce
• Pinch of sea salt
• 1/4 cup milk or cream
• Ice

Instructions:

1. Drizzle caramel around the inside of the glass.
2. Fill with ice and add cold brew and sea salt.
3. Top with milk or cream and stir to combine.

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5. Orange Zest Cold Brew

This citrusy twist is surprisingly refreshing—bright, bold, and slightly bitter in the best way.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1 tsp orange zest
• 1 tsp maple syrup or simple syrup
• Ice
• Orange slice (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Mix orange zest and syrup in the bottom of your glass.
2. Add ice, pour in cold brew, and stir gently.
3. Garnish with an orange slice or twist.

6. Almond Maple Cold Brew

Nutty, sweet, and smooth—this one’s a comforting twist for anyone who loves almond flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
• Ice
• Crushed almonds (optional for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Add cold brew to a glass filled with ice.
2. Stir in maple syrup until dissolved.
3. Pour in almond milk and give it a gentle swirl.
4. Garnish with crushed almonds if you’re feeling fancy.

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7. Cold Brew Affogato Float

Dessert and caffeine in one glass? Yes, please! This one’s a cold brew twist on the classic Italian affogato.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream
• Chocolate shavings or espresso powder (optional)

Instructions:

1. Place a scoop of vanilla ice cream in a chilled glass.
2. Slowly pour cold brew over the ice cream.
3. Top with chocolate shavings or a dusting of espresso powder.
4. Grab a spoon and enjoy it like a float!

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8. Mint Chocolate Cold Brew

Like a peppermint mocha, but made for summer—cool, minty, and deliciously indulgent.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 2 tbsp chocolate syrup
• 1/4 tsp peppermint extract
• 1/4 cup milk or cream
• Ice
• Fresh mint leaves (optional)

Instructions:

1. Combine cold brew, chocolate syrup, and peppermint extract in a glass.
2. Add ice, pour in milk, and stir well.
3. Garnish with fresh mint for that extra chill factor.

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9. Toasted Hazelnut Cold Brew

Warm and nutty vibes meet chilled coffee. This one’s like a hazelnut latte—just iced and better.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1/4 cup hazelnut milk or hazelnut syrup
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Ice
• Crushed hazelnuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Mix cold brew, hazelnut milk (or syrup), and vanilla in a shaker or glass.
2. Shake or stir well.
3. Pour over ice and top with crushed hazelnuts for crunch.

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10. Brown Sugar Cinnamon Shaken Cold Brew

Inspired by those viral coffee shop creations—this one’s strong, sweet, and spiced just right.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cold brew coffee
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• Splash of oat milk or cream
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a shaker or jar, add cold brew, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
2. Shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until frothy.
3. Pour into a glass with ice, top with oat milk, and stir.

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