Why Does Gen Z Love Iced Coffee?
As the temperatures in the summer heat up, many people are transitioning to iced coffee as a refreshing drink. But why has the iced coffee trend been so popular? It is unclear as to why, but it has been documented that iced coffee sales have been increasing for years. Some people claim it is because it is less acidic than regular hot coffee. Others claim it is because it is more refreshing than hot coffee. It is possible that the popularity is due to the fact that it is a “healthier” choice than other iced drinks.
The Taste
Hot and iced coffee are made the exact same way, but iced coffee just tastes better. Scientifically iced coffee is less acidic than hot coffee and hence it’s less bitter, more flavourful, and refreshing. The reduced acidity also makes iced coffee a healthier option than hot coffee for people with gastric problems. The heat in India is also a big contributor to why iced coffee is becoming so popular, it is the ideal beverage for hot summer days.
The Trends
Generation Z lives with trends, which basically means that we take on an interest or habit for a few months, and then later it gets abandoned as we move on to the next new thing, but one trend that hasn’t been abandoned for quite a while is iced coffee. Coffee shops sell so many different variations of the beverage and they are almost always aesthetically pleasing, which makes it even more appealing to kids and teenagers alike.
The Health Factor
Iced coffee is becoming a healthier substitute for caffeinated and carbonated energy drinks, mostly because it’s healthier and in some cases more accessible. These energy drinks usually have high sugar content, so generally, when the sugar high wears off, we crash with no energy again, but coffee comparatively has less sugar and thus provides sustainable energy which lasts longer, and the chillness of it makes it all the more refreshing.
The Making
Making this deliciously refreshing drink at home is easy too. All you need is instant coffee powder, milk or water, sugar, and of course, ice. The coffee powder you use to make this mouth-watering drink also plays a big role in how good it tastes, so the next time you make yourself a cup of iced coffee make sure you use Kaaveri Coffee’s instant coffee powder.
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