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Does your morning coffee have to be warm? Or do you only enjoy it with ice and a cold brew?
This difference is not just a matter of taste...there is a real difference in taste, preparation, and occasion .
Let's break down the differences between hot and cold coffee, and when to choose each one to enjoy the best experience.
1. The difference in the preparation method
☕ Hot coffee:
- Prepared using water at a temperature between 88-96°C.
- Extracts flavors quickly within minutes
- Works with V60, Chemex, Clever, Espresso…
🧊 Cold brew coffee:
- It is prepared by soaking the coffee in cold water for 12 to 24 hours.
- Its flavors are slowly extracted.
- Often served with ice, sometimes with milk or spices.
2. Difference in flavor and taste
✅ Hot coffee:
- Clearer flavors, more detail
- Higher acidity, more aromatic
- Best for fruit and flower crops
✅ Cold coffee:
- Smooth and velvety taste
- Less acidic, smoother
- Tends to natural sweetness and simplicity
3. When do you drink hot coffee?
🔥 Ideal in the following cases:
- cold morning or winter weather
- concentration or reading session
- When you want to enjoy the details of the flavor
- If you drink it without additives (black)
4. When do you drink cold coffee?
❄️ An excellent choice at these times:
- Summer heat and hot weather
- After heavy meals
- If you like light and easy-drinking coffee
- When you want something refreshing but with caffeine
5. Is there a difference in the amount of caffeine?
🔸 Cold brew often contains a higher concentration of caffeine, because:
- It is used more than once.
- Longer extraction time
But the effect varies depending on the amount and personal withdrawal of caffeine .
✅ Conclusion:
Hot coffee gives you a "detailed" experience...
Cold brew coffee gives you a "refreshing and smooth" feeling.
It's not a competition, but each type has its time.
The smart person is the one who knows when to drink each unit, and how to enjoy it.
👉 Choose your perfect coffee — cold or hot — from INGO's crops.