First, a little science—don’t worry, it’s the fun kind. Cold brew is made by steeping coarse coffee grounds in cold water for 12 to 24 hours. That long, gentle extraction pulls out tons of flavor—and plenty of caffeine. In fact, because of the extended steeping time, cold brew often packs more caffeine per ounce than a standard hot-brewed coffee. Mind-blowing, right?
Think about it: a typical 8-ounce cup of hot coffee has around 95 mg of caffeine. A similar serving of cold brew concentrate (before you add water or milk) can hit 200 mg or more. So, yes, your morning iced latte is absolutely a caffeine bomb—in the best possible way.
