# Cold Brew Coffee

/koʊld bruː ˈkɔːfi/ (US) · /kəʊld bruː ˈkɒfi/ (UK) · CEFR B1 · Compound

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cold-brew-coffee
Updated: 2026-09-20

## Definition

a type of coffee made by soaking grounds in cold water for a long time, resulting in a smooth taste that is not very acidic

For teachers: a beverage produced by steeping coarse coffee grounds in room-temperature or cold water for an extended period, typically twelve to twenty-four hours, to achieve a low-acidity profile.

## Examples

- I love drinking cold brew coffee on a hot summer day because it is very refreshing.
- The barista recommended the cold brew coffee over the iced Americano for customers who prefer a smoother, less bitter flavor.
- The artisan roastery specializes in a nitrogen-infused cold brew coffee that highlights the subtle chocolate and stone fruit notes of their Ethiopian heirloom beans.

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