Starbucks fans are raving about the chain’s most caffeinated iced beverage – the grande nitro cold brew. With 280 milligrams of caffeine, it packs a powerful punch compared to other iced coffee options. The high caffeine content isn’t due to the nitrogen infusion, but rather from Starbucks’ original cold brew. The nitrogen creates a creamy foam texture and a mellow, slightly sweet flavor without actually affecting the caffeine content.
The cold brew is made by steeping coffee grounds in cold water for 20 hours, resulting in a concentrate that is diluted with water when ordered. This process produces a smoother, less acidic coffee with a higher caffeine content. A grande nitro cold brew tops the caffeine charts at Starbucks, with only an iced quad shot of espresso containing more caffeine.
However, if you’re looking to lower the caffeine content while still enjoying the flavor of a nitro cold brew, you can ask for it to be poured over ice in a venti cup. This will reduce the volume of coffee and subsequently decrease the amount of caffeine.
Overall, Starbucks’ nitro cold brew offers a unique and flavorful iced coffee experience for caffeine lovers looking for a powerful pick-me-up. Join The Takeout’s newsletter for more food and drink news, taste tests, recipes, and more.
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