Make a homemade Decaf Cold Brew Iced Coffee that tastes just as good as Starbucks. Easy to make, decaf, & delicious - this will be your new favorite drink to sip on all day!
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Cold Brew Decaf Iced Coffee
Nothing is quite as refreshing as a delicious cold brew iced coffee - and this decaf version is no exception! And it is so easy to make your own homemade version of this popular coffee shop order.
Can you use decaf coffee for cold brew?
Yes, you can make cold brew using decaf coffee. I love using cold-brew coffee to make my iced coffees as cold brew has a smoother and sweeter taste than regular coffee.
Because cold brew coffee isn't exposed to high temperatures, the coffee has less acidity and is therefore less bitter. Using decaf coffe to make your cold brew will also mean that your cold brew is low in caffeine, but still just as delicious!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy. You can make this iced coffee in under 5 minutes with just a few ingredients.
- Cheaper than Starbucks. Making your own homemade cold brew coffee is much cheaper than ordering one at Starbucks. Plus, you can make a glass whenever you feel like it in under five minutes without leaving your house.
- Versatile - This easy homemade cold brew recipe can be made with any dairy or non-dairy milk and can be sweetened according to personal preference.
If you love iced coffee recipes, check out my Iced Honey Almond Milk Cold Brew and Caramel Mocha Iced Latte!
Ingredients Needed & Optional Substitutions
- Decaf cold-brew coffee. For this recipe, you can use your favorite store-bought cold-brew coffee or you can make your own. See below for a recipe!*
- Milk. You can use any dairy or non-dairy milk for this recipe. My favorite non-dairy milk options for this coffee are almond milk or oat milk.
- Sweetener (optional). If you would like to add some sweetness to your coffee you can use sugar, honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup.
- Ice cubes. This keeps the drink deliciously cold and refreshing!
How to make Decaf Cold Brew Coffee
To make homemade decaf cold brew you will need: 1 cup finely ground decaf coffee (use your favorite) and 4 cups of filtered water. Then just follow these three easy steps to make your own cold brew:
STEP ONE
Place the coffee grounds in a large jar and gently pour the water over the coffee grounds. Stir the mixture carefully to ensure all the coffee grounds are wet.
STEP TWO
Close the jar and place on the countertop overnight. Ideally you want it to sit for about 14-24 hours. The longer you leave it, the stronger the coffee will be so it depends on your own taste.
STEP THREE
Use a fine-meshed bag or nut milk bag to strain the brewed coffee. You can do it more than once to ensure that there are no granules left. Pour the mixture back into the jar and store in the refrigerator for up to a week.
DECAF COLD BREW COFFEE VARIATIONS
Vanilla decaf cold brew - Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cold brew coffee for a subtle vanilla flavor.
Spiced decaf cold brew - For a spiced version of this coffee, add a sprinkle of cinnamon on top, about ¼ teaspoon.
Caramel cold brew coffee - When making your coffee, use caramel syrup to sweeten the drink and to add a delicious caramel flavor to it.
NON-DAIRY MILK OPTIONS FOR COLD BREW COFFEE
- Oat milk - For a sweet, creamy non-dairy milk option, try using oat milk. My oatmilk lattes are a favorite on the blog.
- Soy milk - Slightly more bitter, but still creamy and delicious. Add an extra touch of sweetness for balance.
- Coconut milk - Use coconut milk for a delicious sweet, coconut flavored iced coffee.
- Almond milk - Almond milk pairs perfectly with cold brew coffee and the sweetness from almond milk combines well with the lower acidity of cold brew coffee.
- Macadamia milk - One of my ultimate favorites. This sweet and creamy nut milk is the perfect milk substitution for cold brew coffees.
Recipe FAQs
Starbucks decaf coffee ranges from 3-15 mg of caffeine per shot. Where as a single shot of Starbucks blonde roast has about 85 mg of caffeine and their dark roast has 75 mg per shot.
No decaf coffee is fully caffeine-free, so decaf cold brew does contain some caffiene. There are different ways of removing caffeine from coffee beans and as a general rule, decaf must have at least 7% of its caffeine content removed for it to be considered decaf coffee.
More recipes for coffee-lovers:
- Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
- Iced Dirty Chai Latte
- Almond Iced Coffee
- Oat Milk Latte
- Honey Oat Milk Latte
- Espresso Brownies
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Decaf Cold Brew Iced Coffee
Make a homemade Decaf Cold Brew Iced Coffee that tastes just as good as Starbucks. Easy to make, decaf, & delicious - this will be your new favorite drink to sip on all day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup decaf cold brew coffee (see notes for recipe)
- ¼ - ½ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tbsp sugar/maple syrup/honey/agave syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Fill a serving glass with ice cubes and add the cold brew.
- Add any sweetener and then top with milk of choice.
- Gently stir and enjoy immediately.
Notes
How to make Decaf Cold Brew Coffee
To make homemade decaf cold brew you will need: 1 cup finely ground decaf coffee (use your favorite) and 4 cups of filtered water. Then just follow these three easy steps to make your own cold brew:
STEP ONE - Place the coffee grounds in a large jar and gently pour the water over the coffee grounds. Stir the mixture carefully to ensure all the coffee grounds are wet.
STEP TWO - Close the jar and place it on the countertop overnight. Ideally, you want it to sit for about 14-24 hours. The longer you leave it, the stronger the coffee will be so it depends on your own taste.
STEP THREE - Use a fine-meshed bag or nut milk bag to strain the brewed coffee. You can do it more than once to ensure that there are no granules left. Pour the mixture back into the jar and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week.
