Nitro Cold Brew Is All the Rage — Here’s Why We Think You’ll Love it!

You might think everything that could possibly be done to enhance the flavor and texture of coffee has already been done, but you’d be wrong. There’s a new trend in coffee enjoyment that’s taking the nation by storm, and its name is Nitro Cold Brew.

Using a process cooked up by culinary alchemists in Portland, Oregon, and Austin, Texas, a few years ago, this unique coffee experience is sweeping through coffee shops, cafes and offices across the country, gaining converts and becoming a favorite among coffee enthusiasts everywhere. So what is Nitro Cold Brew and what makes it so special? Read on to find out.

What Is Nitro Cold Brew?

As the name implies, this coffee is made with a cold brewing process that involves steeping the grounds in cold water for up to 24 hours, then infusing the coffee with nitrogen gas. This removes the flavor-compound-destroying oxygen from the coffee, preserving the full flavor of the beans, while giving the brew a creamy, velvety texture with a full head of foam, much like a dark stout beer. It also tends to pack a stronger caffeine punch because the lengthy steeping of the grounds produces a more concentrated product.

A Distinct Flavor & Texture

The flavor profile of Nitro Cold Brew is enhanced by all the compounds that are lost in the traditional brewing process, producing a coffee that is slightly sweeter and less acidic, with hints of chocolate and vanilla, and a rich thick, creamy mouthfeel that some people describe as something like a milkshake. Kind of like a dark draft craft beer. Since it’s a cold beverage, Nitro Cold Brew is appealing as a refreshing, summer-friendly coffee option.

Serving & Presentation

Nitro Cold Brew is usually prepared and then stored in a keg that has been pressurized with nitrogen gas and fitted with a tap, again much like a draft dark beer. That’s why, to get the full effect and enjoyment out of the experience, it should be served in a glass to showcase the cascading appearance and full, foamy head.

Skyrocketing Popularity

Nitro Cold Brew is fast becoming a standard menu item, with major coffee chains like Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, and Tim Hortons already jumping on the bandwagon. It is also becoming a favorite perk for employees, with offices everywhere adding kegerators and regular keg deliveries to their workplaces. Many varieties are now available, including nitro-infused lattes, cappuccinos, teas and flavored coffees.

Now that you’ve learned about Nitro Cold Brew, why not give it a try? BostonbeaN provides a variety of cold brews and teas. Pair them with our Kegerator and our Sail Away Nitro Cold Brew CounterTap to treat your employees to delicious Nitro Cold Brews.

Simply contact BostonbeaN today to get Nitro Cold Brew in your workplace.