Hot or cold coffee? The difference between the two methods and when to choose each one.

introduction:

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.