Cold Foam

WHAT IT IS

Cold foam is frothed milk (usually non-fat or 2% for better frothing) made cold using a high-speed blender or cold frothing device. It sits on top of iced coffee drinks like a cold cream layer. Popularized by Starbucks but now common across specialty shops.

HOW IT IS MADE

Non-fat milk is blended or frothed at cold temperature using a high-powered blender or specialized frothing device. The low fat content allows the milk proteins to create a stable, thick foam without heat. The foam is spooned over iced drinks.

WHAT IT TASTES LIKE

Light and creamy on top of whatever drink it is served on. Dissolves into the coffee as you drink. Adds a mild dairy sweetness and creamy texture to iced drinks.

WHEN TO ORDER IT

Added to cold brew, iced lattes, or iced Americanos. When you want a creamy topping on a cold drink without adding much fat.

HOW TO ORDER IT

Ask for "cold foam on top" when ordering any iced coffee drink. Specify the base drink first.

VARIATIONS

Sweet cream cold foam: with added vanilla syrup and heavy cream for richness. Flavored cold foam: with matcha, caramel, or other flavoring.

CAFFEINE

Zero. The foam itself has no caffeine.

According to Pulled Coffee data from 462,531 coffee shops worldwide, 15.9% of all coffee shops are classified as specialty — the type most likely to serve a proper Cold Foam. In cities like Vancouver (4,175 specialty shops) and London (3,621), your chances of finding a great one are significantly higher than the global average.

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