Definition

Noun A cold beverage made by pouring brewed coffee over ice, often sweetened and sometimes served with milk or cream.

Usage

"Ice coffee" refers specifically to the prepared cold drink. It is typically served in a glass. The term focuses on the method of serving coffee cold with ice, distinguishing it from hot coffee or other chilled coffee preparations.

Examples

• I ordered an ice coffee to cool down on the hot afternoon.
• She prefers her ice coffee with a little sugar and no cream.
• The café on the corner makes the best ice coffee in town.

Advanced Usage

• The term can sometimes be used informally to refer to any coffee-based drink served cold with ice, though specific variants have their own names (e.g., iced latte, cold brew).

Variants and Related Words

• Iced coffee: A more common variant spelling with the same meaning. ("Iced coffee" is often considered the standard term.)
• Cold brew coffee: A related but distinct beverage made by steeping coffee grounds in cold water for an extended period, resulting in a different flavor profile, which is then served over ice.
• Iced latte: A drink made with espresso, chilled milk, and ice.

Synonyms

• Chilled coffee
• Iced coffee (variant spelling)

Notes on Meaning

• The primary meaning is a sweetened, creamy coffee served over ice. The definition can be broadened to include unsweetened or black versions, but the core concept remains "coffee served on ice."
• It is distinct from "hot coffee" and from coffee-flavored frozen desserts or shakes.

Noun

1. a strong sweetened coffee served over ice with cream