Spring is in the air and nothing beats a cold, refreshing iced coffee while daydreaming about sunnier days and warm-weather breezes. Mix in some of the top coffee shops, and it’s a new beginning to renew and recharge. Plus, caffeine can help with that. Here are three places in Pittsburgh that are twisting recipes up on the iced coffee game.
de Fer Coffee & Tea
![A photo from de Fer's Instagram. Caption:
"Honey Jasmine Latte - floral, slightly sweet, tastes like the first bloom of spring
Purple Daze - a crowd favorite we are brought back. A lavender iced tea topped with a vanilla cold foam to create the ultimate cold London Fog
Strawberry Basil Balsamic Shrub - our original shrub is back! Try it as is or opt for our cocktail version (both offered at our Strip District location only)
Vanilla Foam Cold Brew - Classic ingredients in an elevated experience (V)
Matchagato - Swap the espresso for matcha in this vanilla ice cream treat (Strip only)"](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/De-Fer.jpg)
With three locations and counting, de Fer Coffee & Tea is flourishing around the ‘Burgh with some delicious spring renewal treats. Try the Honey Jasmine Latte that evokes a floral and slightly sweet taste or a Vanilla Foam Cold Brew as a classic pick-me-up.
BeanThru
![A photo from BeanThru's Instagram of their Rice Krispie Treat latte. There is whipped cream and colorful sprinkles on the top.](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Bean-Thru.jpg)
Featured on MSNBC, Buzzfeed, and Food Network, BeanThru serves up the ultimate creativity in seasonal drinks. Try a Rice Krispie Treat Latte or a personal favorite — an iced lavender latte with an extra shot of espresso — to try something adventurous and new. Plus, the baristas serve up rotating features and can make basically anything from their customizable menu list of flavors and syrups.
The small and mighty coffee drive-thrus recently expanded their footprint to Allegheny General Hospital’s Northside Campus. This one’s for you, healthcare heroes — cheers!
La Prima Espresso Co.
![A photo from La Prima's Instagram. Caption:
"Granita di Caffè con Panna - Iced Caffè Slushy with Fresh Whipped Cream
Our La Prima Espresso version is inspired by our travels to Rome and many visits to Caffè Tazza d'Oro & Sant' Eustachio il Caffè, both near the Pantheon."](https://madeinpgh.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/La-Prima.jpg)
Did you know that one dollar from each pound bag of coffee sold benefits Astrobitc’s Moonshot Museum and 412 Food Rescue. Here’s to aerospace innovation and fighting food insecurity in Pittsburgh!
As the days get warmer, cool off at La Prima Espresso Co. in Strip District and slurp on a Granita di Caffè con Panna. It’s a robust, iced coffee slushy topped with freshly-made whipped cream. This new drink is inspired by La Prima’s travels to Rome and Caffè Tazza d’Oro & Sant’ Eustachio il Caffè located near the Pantheon. Travel worldwide by traveling right to the Strip District!
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