Who Invented Cold Brew Coffee?

Cold brew coffee dates back to the 1600s in the Netherlands and was later refined by the Japanese into a smooth, culturally significant beverage. At Java House, we honor this tradition by making cold brew the authentic way—with specialty coffee, filtered water, and time.

Our slow-steeped, small-batch process ensures every cup delivers bold, smooth, coffeehouse-quality flavor. By staying true to the simplicity and integrity of the process, we create cold brew that’s rich, balanced, and ready to enjoy—just as the method has been perfected over centuries.

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Who Invented Cold Brew Coffee?

The earliest known cold brew coffee methods date back to the 1600s in the Netherlands, where the Dutch created a practical way to brew coffee with cold water, producing a concentrate that was easy to store and transport on long sea voyages. The Japanese later adopted and refined the technique, turning it into a culturally significant beverage. The famous Kyoto-style coffee uses glass towers to slowly drip cold water over coffee grounds, transforming cold brewing into a precise art.

Why Is Cold Brew Made This Way?

Steeping coffee grounds in cold water gently extracts flavor over a longer period, resulting in a smooth, low-acid, full-bodied cup. While the process takes time, it produces a distinctly flavorful and balanced coffee without the bitterness or harshness often found in hot-brewed coffee.

Why Choose Java House?

At Java House, we honor this time-tested tradition by following the authentic slow-steep method, brewing coffee in cold water for more than 12 hours. Our Peel and Pour Pods, Cold Brew on Tap, and Concentrates make it easy to enjoy smooth, coffeehouse-quality cold brew anytime—no equipment or hassle required, just bold, balanced flavor in every cup.

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