Cold Brew: The Smooth & Bold 20-Hour Steeped Classic

ByStarbucks Team
Cold Brew

$3.95 – 5 Calories

$4.45 – 5 Calories

$4.95 – 5 Calories

$5.25 – 5 Calories

Starbucks Cold Brew Coffee is one of the smoothest, most naturally sweet cold coffees on the entire menu. Unlike iced coffee — which is brewed hot and poured over ice — Cold Brew is steeped in cool water for 20 hours. That slow, cold extraction draws out rich, bold coffee flavor while leaving behind the bitterness and acidity of hot brewing. The result is a naturally sweet, full-bodied coffee served over ice with a splash of water to balance the strength. No milk, no sugar — just pure, smooth coffee the way it was meant to be enjoyed.

What’s Included In It?

  • Tall (12 fl oz): Cold Brew Coffee Blend (cold-steeped 20 hours), Water, Ice.
  • Grande (16 fl oz): Cold Brew Coffee Blend (cold-steeped 20 hours), Water, Ice.
  • Venti (24 fl oz): Cold Brew Coffee Blend (cold-steeped 20 hours), Water, Ice.
  • Trenta (30 fl oz): Cold Brew Coffee Blend (cold-steeped 20 hours), Water, Ice.

Nutrition & Calories Insights Table

NutrientAmount per Tall% Daily Value
Calories50%
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g—
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrates0g0%
Dietary Fiber0g0%
Sugars0g0%
Protein0g0%
Caffeine155mg—
NutrientAmount per Grande% Daily Value
Calories50%
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g—
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium20mg1%
Total Carbohydrates1g0%
Dietary Fiber0g0%
Sugars0g0%
Protein0g0%
Caffeine205mg—
NutrientAmount per Venti% Daily Value
Calories50%
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g—
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium25mg1%
Total Carbohydrates1g0%
Dietary Fiber0g0%
Sugars0g0%
Protein0g0%
Caffeine310mg—
NutrientAmount per Trenta% Daily Value
Calories50%
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g—
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium30mg1%
Total Carbohydrates1g0%
Dietary Fiber0g0%
Sugars0g0%
Protein0g0%
Caffeine360mg—

What Are The Customization Options Available In Cold Brew

  • 2% Milk
  • Almond
  • Coconut
  • Breve (Half & Half)
  • Heavy Cream
  • Nonfat Milk
  • Oatmilk
  • Protein-boosted Milk
  • Soy
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream
  • Whole Milk
  • Whipped Cream
  • Extra Whipped Cream
  • Caramel Drizzle
  • Mocha Drizzle
  • Cinnamon Powder
  • Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam
  • Pistachio Cream Cold Foam
  • Brown Sugar Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam
  • Nondairy Chocolate Cream Cold Foam
  • Banana Protein Cold Foam
  • Chocolate Protein Cold Foam
  • Vanilla Protein Cold Foam
  • Add Sauces: Caramel Brulée Sauce, Dark Caramel Sauce, Mocha Sauce, White Chocolate Mocha Sauce
  • Add Syrups: Brown Sugar Syrup, Caramel Syrup, Sugar-Free Caramel Syrup, Cinnamon Dolce Syrup, Hazelnut Syrup, Peppermint Syrup, Sugar-Free Vanilla Syrup, Vanilla Syrup
  • Ice Options: Ice, Extra Ice, Light Ice, No Ice
  • Liquid Sweeteners: Classic Syrup, Honey Blend Syrup
  • Sweetener Packets: Honey, Sugar In The Raw®, Splenda®, Stevia in the Raw®, Sugar
  • Cup Options: Personal Cup, Short Cup, Tall Cup, Grande Cup, Venti Cup
  • Add Milk Instead of Water: None, No water – Prepared with 2% Milk, No water – Prepared with Almondmilk, No water – Prepared with Coconutmilk, No water – Prepared with Oatmilk, No water – Prepared with Soymilk, No water – Prepared with Whole Milk, No water – Prepared with Vanilla Sweet Cream

Frequently Asked Questions – Cold Brew

The key difference is the brewing method. Iced Coffee is brewed hot at double strength then poured over ice — quick, but more acidic and bitter. Cold Brew is never exposed to heat. It steeps in cool water for 20 hours, extracting natural sweetness and bold flavor while eliminating most acidity. Cold Brew also contains significantly more caffeine — around 205mg in a Grande versus about 165mg in an Iced Coffee.

Cold Brew has one of the highest caffeine counts of any standard Starbucks drink. A Tall (12 fl oz) has approximately 155mg, a Grande (16 fl oz) has about 205mg, a Venti (24 fl oz) has around 310mg, and a Trenta (30 fl oz) has approximately 360mg. If you’re caffeine-sensitive, stick with a Tall or ask your barista to dilute it with extra cold water.

Yes! The 20-hour cold steeping process naturally draws out the sweetness from the coffee beans without any added sugar. Many customers enjoy it completely plain. If you want a bit more sweetness, a single pump of vanilla or brown sugar syrup works beautifully without overpowering the coffee flavor.

The most popular upgrade is Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Foam on top — this turns plain Cold Brew into the fan-favorite Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew. Other beloved options include a pump of brown sugar syrup, a splash of oat milk, or Salted Caramel Cream Cold Foam for a sweet-salty twist. For the most caffeine with the fewest calories, request light ice so more coffee fills your cup.

Yes — unlike Nitro Cold Brew which is only available in Tall and Grande, regular Cold Brew comes in all four sizes: Tall (12 fl oz), Grande (16 fl oz), Venti (24 fl oz), and Trenta (30 fl oz). The Trenta offers the best value if you want the most coffee for your money.

Absolutely — when ordered plain, Cold Brew is made only from coffee and water, making it naturally vegan, dairy-free, and keto-friendly. It contains virtually zero carbs or sugar at only 5 calories per serving. Just watch your customizations — dairy creamers, syrups, and cold foams will change the nutritional profile.

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