Never Drink Watered Down Iced Coffee Again With One Ice Cube Hack

It may sometimes feel like the clock is ticking as soon as the iced coffee is served. It feels bad to chug the cup of caffeinated nectar before the ice melts completely, but savoring every sip increases the likelihood that melted ice will dilute the flavor. To chug or not to chug, that is the question. Luckily there is a simple hack that will decisively end this dilemma: ice cubes made of coffee.

Freezing your coffee to add in a future cup is one of the best uses for leftover coffee because it saves you from experiencing the sadness of watered-down iced coffee. As time passes, the melting ice will actually enhance the flavor of the beverage instead of sapping it. Freezing the coffee in smaller batches, like ice cubes, also preserves its flavor. The best part is that there is no need to rush actually using these ice cubes since brewed coffee can last for two months in the freezer if stored properly.

A YouTube short posted on one of celebrity chef Jamie Oliver's YouTube channels, @JamieOliver, provides a short and sweet rundown of the coffee ice cube hack. Leftover coffee is frozen in a silicone ice cube tray and served with a caramel swirl and frothed milk. Not only do coffee ice cubes prevent a watery cup of coffee, but they also provide the perfect opportunity to drink coffee like a pro without sacrificing flavor.

If you are ready to give this popular hack a try and freeze your own coffee, just be sure to cover the ice cubes with a lid or plastic wrap so the cubes don't absorb any mystery scents while it is in the freezer. If you're feeling adventurous, the coffee ice cubes would also be a great addition to a smoothie or milkshake. While there are many mistakes everyone makes when steeping homemade cold brew, perhaps the biggest mistake is not serving it with ice cubes made of coffee.