It doesn’t have to be summer for the iced coffee craving to kick into high gear, but when the temps creep up something chill to start the day seems just about right. So here’s a tour of the best-iced coffee Beirut has to offer.
1. Espresso Fredo from Kaldi Coffee Bar, Hamra With over 6 types of (fresh) cold coffee to choose from, your coffee craving is bound to be satisfied at Kaldi. Try their Date Shake for a twist on the usual!
2. Spanish latte from The Coffee Room, Gemmayze With four gorgeous rooms and selection of delectable bakes to choose from, we thought we’d make your drink choice easier and just recommend the Spanish latte.
3. Cold brew from Kalei Coffee Co., Mar Mikhael & Ras Beirut Coffee shop and micro-roastery, Kalei Coffee Co. has become a favorite among Lebanese people for its delicious coffee and delightful outdoor setting. Try their new cold brew recipe for an instant thirst-quencher on a hot day.
4. Specialty iced coffee from Cafe Younes, various locations Established in the 1960s, Cafe Younes is a must-try coffee spot in Beirut and a favorite among Lebanese people and foreigners alike. Aside from their mouthwatering menu and their delicious drinks, their specialty iced coffee is on a whole other level.
5. Café Mocha from Lina’s, various locations Delicious, decadent, cold, and coffee-filled!
6. Iced Mocha from Diell’ To those who like their coffee iced iced baby, Diell’ has got you covered. Doesn’t get more refreshing than this.
7. Cold brew from The Backburner, Saifi Village This tiny but mighty brewery offers some of the best coffee around! Refresh and energize with their flavorsome cold brew.
8. The iced mocha latte from Home Sweet Home, Mar Mikhael This Mar Mikhael gem is as homey as it gets, and it’s the perfect spot to sip on a iced coffee with one of their many awesome books in hand, or even while you finish up on work or catch up with your friends.
9. The Mocha Frozen Blended from Cantina Sociale You don’t want to miss out on their breakfast and brunch, a delectable selection of organic, vegan, and absolutely scrumptious food, best enjoyed with their decadent coffee. Enjoy!
10. Iced latte from Papercup, Mar Mikhael Because iced coffee is best enjoyed with a good read and some downtime, Papercup offers the best of both worlds.