Dripdash launches RTD Kyoto Iced Coffee
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Dripdash is introducing the ultimate ready-to-drink coffee experience on the go — Kyoto Iced Coffee.
Kyoto is a brewing method from the 1600s originally invented by Dutch sailors on long voyages to Japan. To conserve firewood, they used lab equipment to cold brew their coffee, an original take on coffee that was prior to this, only hot brewed. Once they arrived in Japan, they traded their gear with Japanese artisans for art and poetry. The Japanese then perfected the brewing process, giving birth to what we now know as Kyoto Iced Coffee.
Dripdash has taken on the challenge of distributing this unique coffee in a ready-to-drink (RTD) format at scale. Traditionally, Kyoto Iced Coffee is only available in the early mornings at Third Wave coffee shops until it sells out. Kyoto Iced Coffee sells out so quickly because it’s hard to make large quantities when something is brewed one drop at a time. Dripdash wanted to make this exceptional brew accessible to a wider range of coffee enthusiasts through online distribution and retail locations across California, with more retailers on the way.
Kyoto Iced Coffee, also known as Dutch Coffee, is brewed drop by drop over 16 hours, creating a drink that’s both an art and a science. This slow process helps express the coffee’s oils and aromatic compounds, concentrating them to create layers of flavour that linger until the very last drop. It tastes unlike any other coffee experience. Dripdash offers three unique products:
1. Kyoto Iced Coffee: With ultra-rich flavours, low acidity, and a smooth finish, it offers a taste profile of dark chocolate and almond. At just 15 calories, it’s like having two shots of espresso in a single, refreshing sip.
2. Lavender-Maple Oatmilk Latte: This vegan offering uses Kyoto Iced Coffee as its base, infusing it with hints of lavender and real maple syrup from Vermont. Oatmilk provides a sustainable, plant-based alternative to dairy, and with 90 calories and 130mg of caffeine, it’s perfect for jump-starting your mornings without any refined sugars.
3. Black Sesame Oatmilk Latte: Imagine the taste of black sesame ice cream, but with a caffeinated punch. This drink, the only one of its kind on the market, blends traditional Asian savoury flavours with a creative edge. With 100 calories and 120mg of caffeine, it’s the bold choice for those seeking something different.
Dripdash’s approach aligns with the Third Wave Coffee movement, which values quality, sustainability, and a deep connection to the craft of coffee-making. “We’re not just looking to put another latte on the shelf; we’re infusing tradition and unique ingredients to give you a taste that tells a story,” said a spokesperson for the company.
The new Kyoto Iced Coffees are available on Dripdash’s website for an SRP of USD $4.99. To experience all three flavours, Dripdash has created a sampler pack: Try Dripdash Here.
