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Cold Brew Iced Coffee
is strong and bold tasting. But also smooth and so creamy. Perfectly refreshing and easy to make. Get your coffee fix this Summer. Learn how to make this iced coffee at home.
Jump to:
Iced Coffee vs Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Ingredients used
How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Recipe tips
Substitutions
Recipe variations
Recipe
More recipes to try
As we are diving into Summer vibes, I started exploring more refreshing drinks instead of my classic hot cup of
Matcha Latte
. It's still good for some mornings, but cooling drinks is what I'm after as the weather heats up.
Iced Matcha Latte
 is definitely cooler. But hectic mornings call for more caffeinated drinks. And that's when my favorite
Cold Brew Iced Coffee
comes to the rescue.
It's bold and strong tasting, but at the same time easy on sensitive tummy - because of the coffee brewing method. Plus, it tastes delicious. Creamy and smooth. Also, it's surprisingly simple to make. But before we dive into how to make this dark, refreshing drink, let's clear the obvious question.
Sounds the same but here are some differences between iced coffee and cold brew iced coffee. Let’s break it down:
Iced coffee
is a refreshing drink made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and hot water. The hot brewed coffee is then poured over ice and cooled. Iced coffee is more acidic and has a more bitter taste.
Cold Brew Iced Coffee
is made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and cold water over a longer period of time - usually 12-24 hours. It's called 'cold brew coffee concentrate' which is then poured over ice, diluted with water (if desired), and served. Cold brew coffee is much more caffeinated, but less acidic and has a smooth, mellow taste.
Cold brew coffee can also be easier on people with a sensitive stomach, and since it's sweeter than a classic brewed coffee, it's great for people who look to cut down on sugar.
Ingredients used
This iced coffee is super easy. All you need is three simple ingredients.
Cold Brew Coffee.
It's a coffee that has been brewed with cold water rather than hot water. Brewing usually involves a long steeping process - anywhere between 12-24 hours. Cold Brew Coffee is smooth, rich, and less acidic than regular brewed coffee.
Milk of choice.
You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. The higher fat of your milk, the richer and creamier your drink will be. I like to use almond milk or barista oat milk. It's creamy and tastes amazing.
Sweetener.
I like to use Maple syrup. But any sweetener works well here.
Ice cubes.
How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Making this iced coffee is a no-brainer. You will need basic kitchen tools: one tall glass (or a mason jar) and a spoon.
Step by step instructions
Prepare the ingredients.
Start with measuring and preparing the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
Assemble Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
Pour
cold brew coffee
over the ice.
Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
Add in milk and sweetener.
Stir to combine.
Serve and enjoy!
Recipe tips
Since this recipe uses a cold-brewed coffee which is a very strong concentrate, unless you like really strong coffee, you will probably need to dilute it with water.
I use about a 1:1 ratio of coffee concentrate to water
, sometimes a little more coffee since I like my iced coffee strong.
Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here. They give a really profound smooth, creamy taste. Make sure you use unsweetened milk and cream without added flavorings or sugars. Read the ingredients on the label.
Substitutions
You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it.
You can
substitute maple syrup and use honey
. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See "Sweetener recommendation" below for more options.
Recipe variations
Make it keto.Â
Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
Make it vegan:
Use non-dairy milk and vegan sweeteners.
This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.
Sweetener recommendation
I used
pure maple syrup
in this recipe. Maple syrup is unprocessed sugar, it has a mild sweet taste and fewer sugary calories. You can use other sweeteners.
You can use date syrup or liquid honey.
Use liquid stevia or any liquid low-carb sweetener for the keto / low-carb option.
Coconut sugar or any other cristal sugar won't dissolve well.
This Cold Brew Iced Coffee goes well with:
Chocolate Banana Pancakes
Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal Waffles
Recipe
Cold Brew Iced Coffee
This Cold Brew Iced Coffee is strong, bold, and perfectly refreshing. Easy to make and much healthier than one from the coffee shop.
5
from
166
votes
Prep Time
5
minutes
Total Time
5
minutes
Course
Drinks
Cuisine
American
Servings
1
serving
Calories
21
kcal
½
cup
cold brew coffee
½
cup
cold water
ÂĽ
cup
milk of choice
or cream
Ice cubes
Sweetener (optional):
maple syrup or honey, if desired and to taste
Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
Pour cold brew coffee over the ice.
Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
Add in milk and sweetener.
Stir to combine.
Serve and enjoy!
As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).
Substitutions
You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it. Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here.
You can substitute maple syrup and use honey. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See the "Sweetener recommendations" section for more options.
Make it keto.Â
Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.
Serving:
1
cup
|
Calories:
21
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
1
g
|
Protein:
2
g
|
Fat:
1
g
|
Saturated Fat:
1
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Sodium:
25
mg
|
Potassium:
131
mg
|
Fiber:
1
g
|
Sugar:
1
g
|
Vitamin A:
126
IU
|
Calcium:
78
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg
Keyword
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Don’t forget to rate it and
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.
More recipes to try
Iced Mocha Latte
Cold Brewed Iced Earl Grey Latte
Iced Matcha Latte
Iced Coconut Matcha Latte
This post is originally published in July 2020. It's updated with new information and republished in May 2022. The recipe stayed the same.
About
Natalie
Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more. |
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# Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Published: May 12, 2022 by [Natalie](https://www.natalieshealth.com/about-me/) · [139 Comments](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#comments)
*This **Cold Brew Iced Coffee** is strong and bold tasting. But also smooth and so creamy. Perfectly refreshing and easy to make. Get your coffee fix this Summer. Learn how to make this iced coffee at home.*
Jump to:
- [Iced Coffee vs Cold Brew Iced Coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#iced-coffee-vs-cold-brew-iced-coffee)
- [Ingredients used](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#ingredients-used)
- [How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#how-to-cold-brew-iced-coffee)
- [Recipe tips](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#recipe-tips)
- [Substitutions](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#substitutions)
- [Recipe variations](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#recipe-variations)
- [Recipe](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#h-recipe)
- [More recipes to try](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#more-recipes-to-try)

As we are diving into Summer vibes, I started exploring more refreshing drinks instead of my classic hot cup of [Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/matcha-green-tea-latte/). It's still good for some mornings, but cooling drinks is what I'm after as the weather heats up.
[Iced Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-matcha-latte/) is definitely cooler. But hectic mornings call for more caffeinated drinks. And that's when my favorite **Cold Brew Iced Coffee** comes to the rescue.
It's bold and strong tasting, but at the same time easy on sensitive tummy - because of the coffee brewing method. Plus, it tastes delicious. Creamy and smooth. Also, it's surprisingly simple to make. But before we dive into how to make this dark, refreshing drink, let's clear the obvious question.
## Iced Coffee vs Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Sounds the same but here are some differences between iced coffee and cold brew iced coffee. Let’s break it down:
**Iced coffee** is a refreshing drink made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and hot water. The hot brewed coffee is then poured over ice and cooled. Iced coffee is more acidic and has a more bitter taste.
**Cold Brew Iced Coffee** is made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and cold water over a longer period of time - usually 12-24 hours. It's called 'cold brew coffee concentrate' which is then poured over ice, diluted with water (if desired), and served. Cold brew coffee is much more caffeinated, but less acidic and has a smooth, mellow taste.
Cold brew coffee can also be easier on people with a sensitive stomach, and since it's sweeter than a classic brewed coffee, it's great for people who look to cut down on sugar.
## Ingredients used
This iced coffee is super easy. All you need is three simple ingredients.


- **Cold Brew Coffee.** It's a coffee that has been brewed with cold water rather than hot water. Brewing usually involves a long steeping process - anywhere between 12-24 hours. Cold Brew Coffee is smooth, rich, and less acidic than regular brewed coffee.
- **Milk of choice.** You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. The higher fat of your milk, the richer and creamier your drink will be. I like to use almond milk or barista oat milk. It's creamy and tastes amazing.
- **Sweetener.** I like to use Maple syrup. But any sweetener works well here.
- **Ice cubes.**


## How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Making this iced coffee is a no-brainer. You will need basic kitchen tools: one tall glass (or a mason jar) and a spoon.
### Step by step instructions
- **Prepare the ingredients.**
- Start with measuring and preparing the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
- **Assemble Cold Brew Iced Coffee**
- Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
- Pour [cold brew coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-coffee/) over the ice.
- Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
- Add in milk and sweetener.
- Stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy\!


## Recipe tips
Since this recipe uses a cold-brewed coffee which is a very strong concentrate, unless you like really strong coffee, you will probably need to dilute it with water. **I use about a 1:1 ratio of coffee concentrate to water**, sometimes a little more coffee since I like my iced coffee strong.
Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here. They give a really profound smooth, creamy taste. Make sure you use unsweetened milk and cream without added flavorings or sugars. Read the ingredients on the label.


## Substitutions
- You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it.
- You can **substitute maple syrup and use honey**. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See "Sweetener recommendation" below for more options.
## Recipe variations
- **Make it keto.** Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
- **Make it vegan:** Use non-dairy milk and vegan sweeteners.
- This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.


### Sweetener recommendation
I used **pure maple syrup** in this recipe. Maple syrup is unprocessed sugar, it has a mild sweet taste and fewer sugary calories. You can use other sweeteners.
- You can use date syrup or liquid honey.
- Use liquid stevia or any liquid low-carb sweetener for the keto / low-carb option.
- Coconut sugar or any other cristal sugar won't dissolve well.


**This Cold Brew Iced Coffee goes well with:**
- [Chocolate Banana Pancakes](https://www.natalieshealth.com/chocolate-banana-pancakes/)
- [Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies](https://www.natalieshealth.com/chocolate-oatmeal-cookies/)
- [Oatmeal Waffles](https://www.natalieshealth.com/oatmeal-waffles/)
## Recipe


## Cold Brew Iced Coffee
By [Natalie](https://www.natalieshealth.com/about-me/)
This Cold Brew Iced Coffee is strong, bold, and perfectly refreshing. Easy to make and much healthier than one from the coffee shop.
5 from 166 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 21 kcal
### Equipment
- [Mason Jar](https://amzn.to/2DpN2ZU)
### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x
- ½ cup cold brew coffee
- ½ cup cold water
- ÂĽ cup milk of choice or cream
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener (optional): maple syrup or honey, if desired and to taste
### Instructions
- Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
- Pour cold brew coffee over the ice.
- Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
- Add in milk and sweetener.
- Stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy\!
### Notes
As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).
**Substitutions**
- You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it. Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here.
- You can substitute maple syrup and use honey. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See the "Sweetener recommendations" section for more options.
**Make it keto.** Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.
### Nutrition
Serving: 1cup \| Calories: 21kcal \| Carbohydrates: 1g \| Protein: 2g \| Fat: 1g \| Saturated Fat: 1g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 1g \| Sodium: 25mg \| Potassium: 131mg \| Fiber: 1g \| Sugar: 1g \| Vitamin A: 126IU \| Calcium: 78mg \| Iron: 1mg
Keyword cold brew iced coffee, cold brew iced coffee recipe, how to make cold brew coffee, how to make iced coffee, iced coffee, iced coffee recipe
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DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.
## More recipes to try
- [Iced Mocha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-mocha-latte/)
- [Cold Brewed Iced Earl Grey Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-earl-grey-latte/)
- [Iced Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-matcha-latte/)
- [Iced Coconut Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-coconut-matcha-latte/)
*This post is originally published in July 2020. It's updated with new information and republished in May 2022. The recipe stayed the same.*


#### About Natalie
Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.
### Comments
1. Liz says
July 15, 2022 at 3:52 pm

It has been SO hot, I had to give up my morning coffee for a few days. But then I found your easy recipe for iced coffee and it is fabulous!\!
[Reply](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#comment-47940)
2. Glenda says
July 15, 2022 at 3:37 pm

Just surprised my husband with a glass of this cold brew. He's in heaven! lol Why have we been spending so much money buying these out? Thanks for showing us how to make them at home\!
[Reply](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#comment-47938)
3. Raquel says
July 15, 2022 at 3:34 pm

So refreshing and delicious! The perfect summer coffee.
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| Readable Markdown | *This **Cold Brew Iced Coffee** is strong and bold tasting. But also smooth and so creamy. Perfectly refreshing and easy to make. Get your coffee fix this Summer. Learn how to make this iced coffee at home.*
Jump to:
- [Iced Coffee vs Cold Brew Iced Coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#iced-coffee-vs-cold-brew-iced-coffee)
- [Ingredients used](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#ingredients-used)
- [How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#how-to-cold-brew-iced-coffee)
- [Recipe tips](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#recipe-tips)
- [Substitutions](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#substitutions)
- [Recipe variations](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#recipe-variations)
- [Recipe](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#h-recipe)
- [More recipes to try](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#more-recipes-to-try)

As we are diving into Summer vibes, I started exploring more refreshing drinks instead of my classic hot cup of [Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/matcha-green-tea-latte/). It's still good for some mornings, but cooling drinks is what I'm after as the weather heats up.
[Iced Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-matcha-latte/) is definitely cooler. But hectic mornings call for more caffeinated drinks. And that's when my favorite **Cold Brew Iced Coffee** comes to the rescue.
It's bold and strong tasting, but at the same time easy on sensitive tummy - because of the coffee brewing method. Plus, it tastes delicious. Creamy and smooth. Also, it's surprisingly simple to make. But before we dive into how to make this dark, refreshing drink, let's clear the obvious question.
Sounds the same but here are some differences between iced coffee and cold brew iced coffee. Let’s break it down:
**Iced coffee** is a refreshing drink made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and hot water. The hot brewed coffee is then poured over ice and cooled. Iced coffee is more acidic and has a more bitter taste.
**Cold Brew Iced Coffee** is made with coffee that is brewed with ground coffee beans and cold water over a longer period of time - usually 12-24 hours. It's called 'cold brew coffee concentrate' which is then poured over ice, diluted with water (if desired), and served. Cold brew coffee is much more caffeinated, but less acidic and has a smooth, mellow taste.
Cold brew coffee can also be easier on people with a sensitive stomach, and since it's sweeter than a classic brewed coffee, it's great for people who look to cut down on sugar.
## Ingredients used
This iced coffee is super easy. All you need is three simple ingredients.

- **Cold Brew Coffee.** It's a coffee that has been brewed with cold water rather than hot water. Brewing usually involves a long steeping process - anywhere between 12-24 hours. Cold Brew Coffee is smooth, rich, and less acidic than regular brewed coffee.
- **Milk of choice.** You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. The higher fat of your milk, the richer and creamier your drink will be. I like to use almond milk or barista oat milk. It's creamy and tastes amazing.
- **Sweetener.** I like to use Maple syrup. But any sweetener works well here.
- **Ice cubes.**

## How to Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Making this iced coffee is a no-brainer. You will need basic kitchen tools: one tall glass (or a mason jar) and a spoon.
### Step by step instructions
- **Prepare the ingredients.**
- Start with measuring and preparing the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
- **Assemble Cold Brew Iced Coffee**
- Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
- Pour [cold brew coffee](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-coffee/) over the ice.
- Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
- Add in milk and sweetener.
- Stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy\!

## Recipe tips
Since this recipe uses a cold-brewed coffee which is a very strong concentrate, unless you like really strong coffee, you will probably need to dilute it with water. **I use about a 1:1 ratio of coffee concentrate to water**, sometimes a little more coffee since I like my iced coffee strong.
Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here. They give a really profound smooth, creamy taste. Make sure you use unsweetened milk and cream without added flavorings or sugars. Read the ingredients on the label.

## Substitutions
- You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it.
- You can **substitute maple syrup and use honey**. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See "Sweetener recommendation" below for more options.
## Recipe variations
- **Make it keto.** Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
- **Make it vegan:** Use non-dairy milk and vegan sweeteners.
- This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.

### Sweetener recommendation
I used **pure maple syrup** in this recipe. Maple syrup is unprocessed sugar, it has a mild sweet taste and fewer sugary calories. You can use other sweeteners.
- You can use date syrup or liquid honey.
- Use liquid stevia or any liquid low-carb sweetener for the keto / low-carb option.
- Coconut sugar or any other cristal sugar won't dissolve well.

**This Cold Brew Iced Coffee goes well with:**
- [Chocolate Banana Pancakes](https://www.natalieshealth.com/chocolate-banana-pancakes/)
- [Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies](https://www.natalieshealth.com/chocolate-oatmeal-cookies/)
- [Oatmeal Waffles](https://www.natalieshealth.com/oatmeal-waffles/)
## Recipe

## Cold Brew Iced Coffee
This Cold Brew Iced Coffee is strong, bold, and perfectly refreshing. Easy to make and much healthier than one from the coffee shop.
5 from 166 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 serving
Calories 21 kcal
- ½ cup cold brew coffee
- ½ cup cold water
- ÂĽ cup milk of choice or cream
- Ice cubes
- Sweetener (optional): maple syrup or honey, if desired and to taste
- Take a tall glass (or mason jar) and fill it with ice cubes.
- Pour cold brew coffee over the ice.
- Add in cold water to dilute cold brew concentrate.
- Add in milk and sweetener.
- Stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy\!
As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml).
**Substitutions**
- You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk. Note: coconut milk might change the overall flavor, so I don't recommend it. Single cream, whipping cream, or barista-style almond or oat milk are the best here.
- You can substitute maple syrup and use honey. Make sure honey is in liquid form. See the "Sweetener recommendations" section for more options.
**Make it keto.** Use cream or unsweetened almond milk and low-carb/keto sweetener. Add 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
This recipe is very flexible so adjust the ratios of ingredients to your taste.
Serving: 1cup \| Calories: 21kcal \| Carbohydrates: 1g \| Protein: 2g \| Fat: 1g \| Saturated Fat: 1g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 1g \| Sodium: 25mg \| Potassium: 131mg \| Fiber: 1g \| Sugar: 1g \| Vitamin A: 126IU \| Calcium: 78mg \| Iron: 1mg
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Don’t forget to rate it and [leave the comment](https://www.natalieshealth.com/cold-brew-iced-coffee/#comment). I would love to hear what you think.
The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.
## More recipes to try
- [Iced Mocha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-mocha-latte/)
- [Cold Brewed Iced Earl Grey Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-earl-grey-latte/)
- [Iced Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-matcha-latte/)
- [Iced Coconut Matcha Latte](https://www.natalieshealth.com/iced-coconut-matcha-latte/)
*This post is originally published in July 2020. It's updated with new information and republished in May 2022. The recipe stayed the same.*

#### About Natalie
Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more. |
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