Iced Coffee

Iced coffee is a chilled coffee beverage made by brewing coffee and serving it over ice, often enhanced with milk, cream, or sweeteners. Originating from various coffee cultures, it has become a global staple, especially popular in warm climates and during summer months. The drink can range from simple black iced coffee to elaborate variations like Vietnamese iced coffee or Greek frappé.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Iced coffee is typically low in calories and fat, especially when consumed black, but can become high in sugar and fat if sweetened or mixed with cream. It provides a moderate amount of caffeine, antioxidants, and some minerals like potassium, with a rough calorie range of 5-150 calories per serving depending on additions.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	2 g
Carbs	20 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	18 g
Sodium	60 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Calcium	150 mg
Magnesium	25 mg
Phosphorus	130 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.3 mg
Vitamin B12	0.5 mcg
Niacin (B3)	0.2 mg
Caffeine	95 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, iced coffee has evolved into a symbol of modern café culture, with unique regional twists like the Thai iced coffee with condensed milk or the Japanese flash-brewed method. Nutritionally, it offers a refreshing caffeine boost without the heat of hot coffee, making it a popular choice for hydration and energy in hot weather.