Cold Brew vs. Iced Coffee

What is the actual difference between cold brew and iced coffee? It is a valid question that could have a few different answers. Today we are going to talk about the preparation and caffeine per the two different brew and hopefully you will better understand the brews themselves. Do you have a preference? Let us know using the hashtag #HiLineCoffee

CAFFEINE. When it comes to coffee and how much caffeine is in each serving some people prefer the caffeine count over the flavor. We are looking at you new parents & early risers. When you break it down a typical 16-oz. iced coffee has ~165 mg of caffeine and a typical 16-oz. cold brew has ~200 mg of caffeine. So if you are judging based on caffeine intake alone you have your winner. It's a small margin but facts are facts. It is important to note that depending on how it’s brewed sometimes cold brew can be nearly double that of iced coffee.

PREPARATION. Here you'll find the biggest difference between Cold Brew vs. Iced Coffee. It is important to note that while ordering an "iced coffee" at a cafe or chain you may not care if it is Cold Brew vs. Iced Coffee but you've learned about the caffeine differences and now we will dive into prep. Trust us, from a coffee lovers standpoint these next statements matter. Cold brew is made by using room temperature water and steeping coffee grounds over 12-24 hours. It is less acidic and in-turn less bitter but typically more expensive. Iced Coffee is made with hot or room temperature water leaving it more acidic and often more bitter but as a result is cheaper than cold brew. We talk a lot about preference. We like when you play around with flavors and ratios! SO when it comes to homemade cold brew & iced coffee work on your own personal ration!!