This Iced Cold Brew Latte recipe is velvety smooth and creamy thanks to the perfect combination of cold brew coffee and milk. The easiest way to get a coffee shop style coffee right at home. Dairy free friendly.
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Velvety elegance matches creamy milk for a coffee game changer.
- Hassle-free way to make an iced latte at home – no milk frother or espresso machine required!
- The silky texture and mellow sweetness is delicious with every sip!
- No trip to the coffee shop!
Not a coffee drinker? Try my Iced Matcha Latte instead!
What is a Cold Brew Latte?
A classic cold brew latte uses cold brew concentrate rather than espresso as the coffee base. Because of the unique brewing process of cold brew, a cold brew latte has a gentle, smooth flavor when compared to an iced latte.
Recipe Ingredients
This iced coffee latte is made with just a handful of ingredients. I’ve divided the ingredients into the cold brew concentrate and cold brew latte to give you more info on what you need for each.
Cold Brew Concentrate
- coarsely ground coffee – use any roast you prefer (light, medium, dark), just make sure the whole beans are coarsely ground. You can either do this yourself or have the coffee ground for you. If you prefer not to make your own cold brew coffee, you can buy your favorite at the grocery store.
- filtered water – filtered water is recommended and will provide the cleanest flavor.
- vanilla bean powder (optional) – totally optional, but I love the slight hint of vanilla. Omit it if you prefer a plain coffee flavor.
Cold Brew Latte
- ice – you can’t have an iced coffee beverage without ice! Use as much or as little as you like.
- cold brew concentrate – you will need 1/2 cup cold brew concentrate. If you prefer to use cold brew coffee (not concentrated), you will need 1 cup cold brew. Keep reading to learn about the differences below!
- milk of choice – I love soy milk for its creamy, sweet flavor, but any plant-based milk alternative will work. Oat milk will be extra creamy while almond milk will offer a nutty flavor. Or, use regular whole milk if you prefer.
- coffee creamer – for an extra dose of sweetness and creamier texture. Use a plant-based coffee creamer or whatever you have in your fridge.
Find the full detailed instructions with measurements in the recipe card below, at the end of this post.
Cold Brew Coffee vs Cold Brew Concentrate
Cold brewing is a technique where coarsely ground coffee beans are steeped in cold water for an extended period (roughly 8-24 hours), as opposed to brewing in just a few minutes with hot water. It is a gentler way to extract coffee, and as a result, creates a mellow, silky, less acidic, almost sweet coffee product.
But it’s important to note the distinction between cold brew coffee and cold brew concentrate:
- Cold Brew Coffee: Cold brew coffee is made with a higher ratio of coffee grounds to water (usually 1:16 – 1:20) and is intended to be consumed as is, no dilution required.
- Cold Brew Concentrate: Concentrate, on the other hand, is a stronger brew with a small ratio of coffee to water ratio (1:4 – 1:5). This means 1 cup coarse coffee grounds are steeped in 4-5 cups filtered water. The concentrate flavor is more intense and robust, and is intended to be diluted with water, milk, or regular ice cubes.
How to Make a Cold Brew Latte
It’s so easy to make this iced latte at home, you’ll wonder why you never started doing it in the first place. Here’s how I like to do it:
Make Cold Brew Concentrate
There are many different methods for making cold brew concentrate, but what I’ve found most important is to double strain. *Double filtering will make sure you don’t have any coffee granules in your cold brew.
The cold brew ratio we want to stick to is 1:4, or 1 cup coarse coffee grounds to 4 cups filtered water. You can make it with any of the following:
- French Press (1st strain): Simply add the beans and water to a French press and allow the coffee to steep for 8-12 hours, or overnight (the longer the brew time, the stronger the coffee). Plunge through the French press, then strain again through a cheesecloth lined fine mesh sieve (see next step).
- Cheesecloth and Strainer (2nd strain): Strain again through a cheesecloth lined fine-mesh strainer set over a clean mason jar, large pitcher, or glass carafe. If you don’t own a French press, you can also place the coffee grounds and water in a large pitcher or large bowl, cover overnight, and strain twice following this method.
- Cheesecloth Bag / Nut Milk Bag / Cold Brew Bags: Place the coffee grounds in the bag and fill a large pitcher with 4 cups water. Place the bag in the water and steep in the fridge overnight. When ready, remove the bag from the water. Do not squeeze or press the bag, as this will impart a bitter flavor.
- Cold Brew Maker: Simply follow the instructions for your cold brew maker.
Make Cold Brew Latte
Add ice to a large glass. Then add the cold brew concentrate, milk, and finish with coffee creamer. Give it a good stir or keep as is for a swirled effect. Taste test, add more milk or creamer based on personal preference, and enjoy!
Alternative Method: Cold Brew
In a tall glass, add ice, then 1 cup cold brew coffee, 1/2 cup non-dairy milk, and 1 tablespoon creamer. Give it a good stir and enjoy!
Mind-Blowing Flavors
The great thing about making cold-brew coffee at home is that you can enjoy it in a variety of ways. Some of my favorite flavor additions include:
- Simple Syrup – keep it simple and sweet with a touch of simple syrup.
- Maple Syrup – give it a warm, cool vibe with the robust flavor of maple syrup.
- Brown Sugar – add a depth of sweetness with brown sugar. The granules will not completely dissolve in the cold coffee, but it adds sweet texture too.
- Vanilla – add a dash of vanilla extract to give it a Starbucks feel or vanilla simple syrup instead.
How to Store
Make Ahead: Cold brew concentrate will keep in an airtight container with a tight lid or covered with plastic wrap in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Freeze: Freeze leftover cold brew in ice cube trays, then transfer to a freezer-safe plastic bag once frozen. Add the coffee ice cubes to milk, coffee, or blend into a frappe. They should last about 2 weeks in the freezer.
Recipe FAQs
What is the difference between cold brew and iced coffee?
Cold brew is made by steeping coffee grounds in cold water or room temperature water for an extended period (8-24 hours) whereas regular iced coffee is made by chilling coffee that has been brewed with hot water.
What is the difference between a cold brew latte vs iced latte?
A cold brew latte uses cold brew as the coffee base rather than espresso.
Is a cold brew latte sweet?
A cold brew latte is not sweet unless you add sweetener, like simple syrup, brown sugar, or sweetened coffee creamer.
If you make this Cold Brew Latte recipe, be sure to leave a comment and star rating on the blog! I love hearing from you, and it helps others learn more about the recipe too. Xx Ashley
Cold Brew Latte
Ingredients
Cold Brew Concentrate:
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee, recommended to grind beans yourself
- 4 cups filtered water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean powder, optional
Cold Brew Latte:
- ice
- ½ cup cold brew concentrate
- 1 cup organic soy milk, or favorite milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons favorite coffee creamer, I used sweet cream
Instructions
Cold Brew Concentrate:
- In a large pitcher, combine coffee grounds with water. Stir to combine and refrigerate for 8 hours (preferably overnight), or up to 12 hours.
- To strain, plunge through a french press, then strain again through a cheesecloth lined mesh sieve, placed overtop of a 1 quart mason jar. Double filtering will make sure you don’t have any coffee granules in your cold brew.
Cold Brew Latte:
- To a 16 ounce glass jar add ice, cold brew concentrate, milk, and finish with coffee creamer. Taste test and enjoy!
Recipe Notes:
- ice
- 1 cup cold brew coffee (not concentrate)
- ½ cup organic soy milk
- 1 tablespoon favorite coffee creamer
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