Ingredient

Cold Brew Coffee

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use cold brew coffee concentrate as a base for ready-to-drink beverages, providing a …

What it is

Cold brew coffee is coffee made by steeping coffee grounds in cold or room-temperature water for an extended period, typically 12 to 24 hours. This slow, low-temperature extraction process results in a coffee concentrate that is less acidic and smoother than coffee brewed with hot water. It is usually diluted with water, milk, or ice before serving.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use cold brew coffee concentrate as a base for ready-to-drink beverages, providing a rich coffee flavor and aroma. It is commonly found in coffee drinks, dairy-based beverages, and even some desserts and baked goods where a coffee flavor is desired.

Health notes

Cold brew coffee is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It contains caffeine, which can have stimulant effects and may cause anxiety or sleep disturbances in sensitive individuals or at high doses. JECFA has evaluated coffee and caffeine, and EFSA has also assessed caffeine. The primary health considerations are related to caffeine content and potential effects on sleep and anxiety.

Allergen info

Coffee itself is not one of the nine major allergens. However, many cold brew products contain added ingredients like milk, soy, or tree nuts, which are major allergens. Check product labels for specific allergen information.

Products containing Cold Brew Coffee

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Califia Farms, LP Cold Brew Coffee Other Drinks 35kcal 1.9Protein 2.3Fat 1.3Carbs Califia Farms, LP Califia, Cold Brew Black Coffee, Black Mocha Other Drinks 16kcal 0.3Protein 0.2Fat 3.5Carbs Califia Farms, LP Califia Farms, Unsweetened Black & White Cold Brew Coffee With Almond Milk Other Drinks 19kcal 0.3Protein 1.4Fat 1.0Carbs Califia Farms, LP Califia, Cold Brew All Black Coffee Other Drinks 6kcal 0.3Protein 0Fat 1.0Carbs Califia Farms, Xx Espresso Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk Califia Farms, LP Califia Farms, Xx Espresso Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk Other Drinks 35kcal 0.7Protein 1.1Fat 5.5Carbs Califia Farms, Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk, Salted Caramel Califia Farms, LP Califia Farms, Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk, Salted Caramel Other Drinks 39kcal 0.7Protein 1.4Fat 6.1Carbs Califia Farms, Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk, Cocoa Noir Califia Farms, LP Califia Farms, Cold Brew Coffee With Almondmilk, Cocoa Noir Other Drinks 39kcal 1.0Protein 1.3Fat 7.1Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Cold Brew Sweet Cream Other Drinks 54kcal 2.5Protein 1.5Fat 8.3Carbs Sassy Cow Creamery Cold Brew Moocha Milk, Moocha Milk 47kcal 3.3Protein 0.8Fat 6.7Carbs Prospectors LLC Prospectors Cold Brew, Cold Brew Extra Strength Coffee Other Drinks 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Prospectors LLC Concentrate Cold Brew Coffee, Concentrate Other Drinks 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Prospectors LLC Original Coffee Other Drinks 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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