Most people think they know coffee. You brew, sip, repeat. Maybe a splash of oat milk if you're feeling fancy. But if that’s where your coffee game stops, you’re barely scratching the surface.
The next wave of coffee trends isn’t just about taste. It’s about feeling more awake, getting smoother energy, and discovering flavors you never knew coffee could carry. And behind the scenes? Air-roasted coffee is quietly powering the revolution.
If you’re ready to break out of your caffeine rut, here are five coffee trends you need to try—and how our air-roasted beans bring them to life.
1. Coffee Lemonade: The Zing You Never Knew You Needed
Yes, you read that right. Lemonade. In your coffee.
This rebel combo sounds like it shouldn't work. But it hits with a bright, citrusy punch that makes your regular iced coffee taste like a snooze. The trick is all in the balance. The citrus lifts the coffee’s fruity notes while taming bitterness, creating a drink that’s refreshing, slightly sweet, and impossible to forget.
And here’s the secret: air-roasted coffee makes this drink sing. Because our beans are roasted cleanly with hot air, not scorched in metal drums, the natural flavors come through. That means when you add lemon, you taste the berry and chocolate notes dancing, not smoke and ash.
Want to elevate it? Add a splash of sparkling water and a sprig of mint. Now it’s a summer spritzer you can serve at brunch, happy hour, or just your next solo morning on the patio.
Want to try the smoothest cold brew base for your lemonade twist? Grab a bag of our air-roasted coffee and taste the summer in every sip.
2. Mushroom Lattes: Calm Focus in a Cup
Mushroom coffee isn’t a gimmick. It’s a brain-hacking blend that combines ground coffee with functional mushrooms like lion's mane, chaga, or reishi. These aren’t the mushrooms you sauté. They’re used to support focus, boost immunity, and balance stress.
What makes mushroom lattes different? They deliver calm, steady energy without the crash. You get that rich coffee flavor without the jitters. And when you use air-roasted beans as the base, you get a clean, smooth cup that lets those subtle earthy notes shine.
Some fans even add adaptogens or a touch of cinnamon to round it out. The result is creamy, grounding, and surprisingly luxurious.
Ready to level up your brain game? Try your first bag of air-roasted coffee and feel the difference in every sip.
3. Nitro Foam: Coffee That Pours Like Guinness
If you’ve never watched nitro cold brew cascade down a glass, you’re missing the show. Infused with nitrogen and poured from a tap, this trend turns cold brew into a silky, foamy masterpiece. The tiny bubbles create a mouthfeel so creamy, you’ll swear there’s milk inside—even when there’s not.
But here’s the catch: nitro only works if your cold brew is ultra-smooth to begin with. Any bitterness gets magnified. That’s where air-roasting wins. Our beans don’t touch scorching metal, so you get clean, chocolatey depth without the harsh aftertaste.
Use a batch of air-roasted cold brew, charge it with nitro, and pour into a tall glass. It’s like turning your kitchen into a craft coffee bar.
Want to push it further? Add a dash of vanilla or sea salt before infusing. That hint of complexity turns your nitro brew into something borderline addictive.
Craving that creamy cold brew magic? Order our air-roasted blends and make nitro magic at home.
4. Coffee Tonics: The 10AM Mocktail
Tonic water and espresso? Yes, and it’s a revelation.
This sparkling combo brings bitter, bubbly, and sweet into one glass. The espresso cuts through the tonic’s sweetness, and a twist of orange or lemon peel transforms the whole experience. It’s like a coffee cocktail you can sip before noon.
The key to a good coffee tonic? Bright, complex espresso. That’s where air roasting takes over. Our espresso roasts hold vibrant citrus and cocoa notes that shine instead of getting lost. Because the roast is even and clean, every sip hits with flavor, not fire.
Make it with chilled tonic, a double shot of air-roasted espresso, and ice. Add a citrus twist, and you’re in business.
Or go deeper. Try it with elderflower tonic. Add a sprig of rosemary. Treat it like a signature drink, not just a caffeine fix.
5. Cold Brew Ice Cubes: Flavor That Stays Strong
No one likes watered-down iced coffee. But here’s the fix: freeze cold brew into cubes. As they melt, your coffee gets stronger, not weaker.
To make it right, you need cold brew that’s bold, balanced, and never bitter. That’s where air-roasted coffee steals the spotlight again. With its clean roast, our cold brew keeps its flavor even when frozen, then melts back into a bold brew.
Drop the cubes into oat milk, pour them into lemon soda, or layer them in a smoothie. However you sip them, they keep your drink rich and refreshing to the last drop.
Want next-level visuals? Try freezing cubes with a few coffee beans or edible flowers inside. Suddenly your iced coffee becomes art.
Want the boldest brew that won’t quit? Stock up on our single-serve cups or beans perfect for cold brew.
6. Spiced Iced Coffee: The Global Flavor Upgrade
Cardamom in your cold brew. Cinnamon in your espresso. Even a dash of cayenne in your mocha.
Spiced coffee is taking off, and for good reason. Spices bring warmth, depth, and unexpected character to your drink. They also pair beautifully with the natural flavor notes in air-roasted coffee—especially the soft chocolate, nutty, or citrus tones that industrial roasting tends to burn away.
Try a Vietnamese-inspired iced coffee with sweetened condensed milk and cinnamon. Or go Moroccan with cardamom and a hint of clove. These aren’t sugary gimmicks. They’re flavor maps to other parts of the world, and they turn your basic brew into an adventure.
With air-roasted coffee as the foundation, the spices get to shine, not fight against bitterness.
Taste how spice and smoothness work together with any of our flavored or single-origin coffees.
The Trend Behind the Trends
You can chase every new coffee twist you want. But underneath it all, one choice matters most: your beans.
Solude’s air-roasted coffee isn’t just a better-tasting option. It’s the secret behind why every trendy sip hits harder, feels smoother, and surprises you more. Whether you're mixing up a mushroom latte or freezing cubes for your next brew, it starts with clean, even, fresh-roasted coffee that actually tastes like something.
Don’t settle for burnt. Don’t mask it with sugar. Get beans that do the heavy lifting so every trend feels like your new favorite ritual.
Explore our full collection of air-roasted coffee here and find the brew that transforms your next cup.
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