Cold brew, iced latte, espresso tonic, affogato & energy shot

Cold coffee recipes are no longer seasonal extras. They are everyday drinks, especially for people brewing at home and looking for café-quality results. Below are five simple recipes using Calt Coffee blends, designed for clarity, consistency, and repeatability.

1) Cold Brew — smooth, low acidity, easy to prep

Why it works
Cold brew is popular because it is smooth, naturally sweet, and low in acidity. It keeps well, works as a base for other drinks, and is ideal for warm days.

Recommended blend
Peru (soft, floral) or Flow (balanced and clean).

Ingredients (1 liter)

• 100 g coarsely ground Calt Coffee (1:10 ratio)

• 1 L cold, filtered water

Method

• Grind coffee coarse, similar to rough sea salt.

• Combine coffee and water in a large jar or carafe; stir briefly.

• Steep for 12–18 hours (12 hours = fresher, 18 hours = fuller body).

• Filter through a fine sieve or cloth; repeat through a paper filter if needed.

• Serve over ice, with milk or black.

Tips

• Always use filtered water for cleaner flavor.

• Store sealed in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.

• For a honey-like sweetness, choose Peru.

2) Iced Latte — everyday refreshment

Why it works
An iced latte is accessible, visually appealing, and perfect for quick home preparation or social content.

Recommended blend

• Creamy and chocolate-forward: Passion or Arabica

• Light and delicate: Flow

Ingredients (1 glass)

• 30–40 ml espresso or 60 ml strong coffee

• 200–240 ml cold milk (dairy or plant-based)

• Ice cubes

• Optional: vanilla or caramel syrup (10–15 ml)

Method (espresso)

• Brew a single espresso (18–20 g → 36–40 ml).

• Fill a glass two-thirds with ice.

• Add cold milk.

• Slowly pour espresso over the milk to create layers.

• Stir lightly and sweeten if desired.

Quick method (no espresso machine)
Brew strong coffee at a 1:8 ratio, let cool, then pour over ice with milk.

3) Espresso Tonic — fresh and trending

Why it works
A contrast of bitterness and sparkle. Highly visual, widely shared, and surprisingly balanced when done right.

Recommended blend
Energy or Passion — bold enough to cut through tonic.

Ingredients (1 glass)

• 30–40 ml fresh espresso

• 120–150 ml chilled tonic water

• Ice cubes

• Lemon or lime slice

Method

• Fill a tall glass with ice and tonic.

• Brew espresso.

• Pour espresso slowly over the tonic for a layered effect.

• Garnish with citrus.

Tip
Use a quality tonic with moderate sweetness. Darker roasts pair especially well.

4) Affogato — minimal dessert, maximum impact

Why it works
Two ingredients, zero effort, café-level result. Quality coffee is essential.

Recommended blend
Arabica or Passion for body and chocolate notes.

Ingredients (per serving)

• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream or gelato

• 30–40 ml hot espresso

• Optional: dark chocolate shavings or nut crumble

Method

• Place ice cream in a small glass or bowl.

• Pour hot espresso directly over it.

• Serve immediately.

Pairing
Add a small biscuit or a piece of 70% dark chocolate.

5) Energy Shot — concentrated coffee kick

Why it works
Fast caffeine, minimal volume. Ideal before training or during long workdays.

Recommended blend
Energy — dark roast, high body.

Ingredients (1 shot)

• 20–25 g finely ground Calt Coffee Energy

• 40–50 ml hot water

• Optional: honey or agave

Method (moka pot or AeroPress)

• Brew a short, concentrated extraction using minimal water.

• Serve hot or pour over ice for a cold version.

Tip
Drink a small glass of water beforehand. Concentrated coffee is intense.