The 3 Most-Ordered Cold Coffee Drinks: Delight in Their History and Preparation

world. These delicious creations have won over our hearts and palates with their unique combination of flavors and the reviving energy of coffee. Join us on this tour of the brief history and step-by-step preparation of the three most-ordered cold coffee drinks. Get your glass ready and discover your new favorite drink!

1. Frappé: The Refreshing Classic

The frappé is an iced drink originally from Greece that has won over coffee lovers around the world. Its history goes back to 1957, when the Greek chemist Dimitris Vakondios accidentally created this drink during an international fair in Thessaloniki. Trying to make instant coffee, he shook instant coffee, cold water, and ice in a shaker, creating a delicious frosty foam. Since then, the frappé has become an icon of summer coffee.

Step-by-step Frappé preparation:

1. Add 2 teaspoons of Cafiver Negro café instant coffee and sugar to taste to a tall glass.

2. Add a little cold water and stir vigorously until the coffee and sugar dissolve.

3. Fill the glass with ice to three-quarters of its capacity.

4. Shake the mixture in a shaker or use a hand whisk until a creamy foam forms.

5. Serve in a tall glass and, if you like, top with cold milk or whipped cream.

6. Enjoy the frappé with a straw and feel its refreshing taste.

2. Cold Brew: The Slow, Concentrated Extraction

Cold brew is a smooth, aromatic coffee drink obtained through a cold extraction process. Although its origin is uncertain, it is believed to have become popular in Japan and Vietnam. The cold brew technique involves soaking ground coffee in cold water for several hours, resulting in a coffee concentrate with sweet notes and less acidity than coffee made with traditional methods.

Step-by-step Cold Brew preparation:

1. Grind Cafiver HB Plus coffee to a coarse grind.

2. In a container, mix 1 part ground coffee with 4 parts cold water.

3. Stir the mixture to make sure all the coffee is in contact with the water.

4. Cover the container and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours (or even up to 24 hours) for optimal extraction.

5. Once the resting time is up, strain the mixture through a coffee filter or a fine mesh to separate the grounds from the concentrated liquid.

6. Dilute the coffee concentrate with cold water or milk to taste and add ice if you like.

7. Enjoy the smooth, aromatic flavor of cold brew.

3. Affogato: The Sweet Combination of Coffee and Ice Cream

Affogato is a perfect combination of coffee and ice cream that comes to us from Italy. Its name, which means "drowned" in Italian, describes how it is made: vanilla ice cream "drowned" in a cup of hot espresso. This delicious mix of contrasting temperatures and intense flavors creates a unique experience for coffee and ice cream lovers.

Step-by-step Affogato preparation:

1. Make a double espresso with Cafiver Espresso whole beans and serve it hot in a cup or glass.

2. Place a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream in the cup.

3. Slowly pour the hot espresso over the ice cream, letting the flavors mingle.

4. The heat of the espresso will begin to melt the ice cream, creating a delicious fusion of coffee and creaminess.

5. Serve immediately and enjoy this irresistible coffee-ice cream dessert.

There you have it: the three most-ordered cold coffee drinks, with their history and detailed preparation. Now you can treat yourself to a refreshing frappé, enjoy the smoothness of a cold brew, or delight your senses with an affogato. Which one will you choose to cool off and enjoy coffee on hot days? The choice is yours! Cheers and fresh coffee!