One of the best things about summer is the switch from hot coffee to cold brew. Here’s a curated list of some of our favorite cold brew recipes for summer that are a fun way to cool things down during the hot summer months.
When temperatures rise, there’s no better way to cool down than with a smooth, refreshing Ellis Cold Brew. This blog is packed with creative ways to take your cold brew to the next level, with recipes designed to help you make the most of the season. Even better, bringing these ideas to life is incredibly easy with the Ellis Coffee Cold Brew Program. Our convenient Filter Pack System requires no extra filters or messy prep, offers flexible batch sizes to keep every brew fresh, and delivers consistently smooth, high-quality results every time. It’s the perfect foundation for crafting fun, seasonal beverages your customers will love all while using Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee that supports sustainability from farm to cup.
Classic Cold Brew Coffee
For a classic, refreshing cold brew coffee, simply fill a 16 oz glass (or your preferred size) with ice and pour in smooth, ready-to-serve cold brew coffee until full. Give it a gentle stir, then customize it to taste. Whether you prefer it bold and black or slightly sweetened with sugar, Sweet’N Low, or Splenda. Crisp, cool, and effortlessly satisfying, it’s the perfect go-to beverage for warm days.
Flavored Cold Brew Coffee
For a simple and delicious flavored cold brew, start by combining 1 cup of smooth cold brew coffee with 3 pumps of your favorite Torani syrup, whether it’s vanilla, caramel, or something more adventurous. Stir well to blend the flavors, then pour the mixture over a 16 oz glass filled with ice. Give it a quick stir, and enjoy a refreshing, customized cold brew that’s perfectly suited to your taste.
Ellis Coffee offers Torani syrups to complement your cold brew program. Be sure to ask your sales rep for more information.
Cold Brew Latte
For a smooth and refreshing cold brew latte, combine 2/3 cup of rich cold brew coffee with 1/3 cup of milk and 3 pumps of your favorite Torani syrup. Stir until well blended, then pour over a 16 oz glass filled with ice. Give it a final stir, and enjoy a perfectly balanced, creamy cold brew with just the right touch of sweetness, ideal for cooling down on a warm day.
Cold Brew Ice Cubes
Say goodbye to watered-down iced coffee and hello to bold, full-bodied flavor that lasts to the very last sip. These little frozen cubes of coffee magic are the upgrade your summer drinks have been missing.
Here’s how it works: brew your favorite Ellis coffee and let it cool to room temperature. Pour it into an ice cube tray, place it in the freezer, and let it set. That’s it! You’ve got the ultimate cold brew companion, ready to elevate every iced coffee with rich flavor instead of dilution.
Cold Brew Popsicles
Make some Ellis cold brew, whisk in some sweetened, condensed milk, and layer in Popsicle molds. Freeze until hard! You can make the two layers as sweet or unsweet as you want. We like the balance of the creamy, sweet top and the sharper, black coffee bottoms. These are that simple. Almost too simple, right?
Cold Brew Milkshake
For a rich and indulgent cold brew milkshake, combine 2/3 cup of smooth cold brew coffee, 2/3 cup of milk, 2 scoops of chocolate ice cream, and 1/2 pump of Torani vanilla syrup in a blender. Blend until thick, creamy, and perfectly smooth, then pour into a chilled glass. The result is a decadent, dessert-like treat with bold coffee flavor and a hint of vanilla sweetness—perfect for cooling off and satisfying your sweet tooth all at once.
Cold Brew Martini
For a smooth and sophisticated cold brew martini, fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add 1 oz of cold brew concentrate, 1.5 oz of vodka, 1.5 oz of Kahlúa, and 1 oz of crème de cacao. Shake vigorously until well chilled and slightly frothy, then strain into a chilled martini glass. Serve immediately and enjoy a perfectly balanced blend of bold coffee flavor, subtle sweetness, and a rich, indulgent finish.
Whether you’re keeping it classic or getting creative, cold brew is the ultimate canvas for refreshing summer beverages. With the Ellis Coffee Cold Brew Program, bringing these recipes to life is simple, consistent, and endlessly versatile, making it easy to craft drinks your customers will crave all season long. So mix, shake, blend, and experiment because when it comes to cold brew, the possibilities are as cool as they are delicious.
