The Best Keurig K-Cups For Iced Coffee (15+ Tested)

Keurig coffee machines are the most popular single-serve coffee solution in North America (yep – beating Nespresso). But, did you know these machines can make a cracking good iced coffee??

The best way to make iced coffee with Keurig is to choose a nice strong K Cup and brew a small amount, using the 6oz or 8oz button. Then place the brew in an air tight container in the fridge overnight to cool down. Enjoy the next day with milk, creamer or over ice.

But what K Cups pods make the best iced coffee

In this article, we’ve compiled a review of the best K-Cup for iced coffee. We’ve listed a number of our own recommendations, after extensive sampling and testing, and we’re sure you won’t go wrong by trying any one of these iced coffee K-Cups. One or two of them might even become your favorites.

Can you make iced coffee with a Keurig machine?

Yes, you can definitely make iced coffee using your Keurig machine. The Keurig company has made it very easy to do so, recognizing the popularity that iced coffee has, especially in warm climates. By following the simple steps below, you should be able to start sipping your favorite iced coffee within just a few minutes, and you can banish that summer heat for a while.

How to make iced coffee with a Keurig machine

Here are a few things to keep in mind that will help you produce the perfect iced coffee every time.

First of all, it’s best to use a darker roast brew, because any lighter roasts have a tendency to become watered down when they get combined with ice. Also, the cold attenuates our tastebuds so coffee wont taste as strong or bitter when it’s coold down

It’s also better to fill your cup with ice and then brew the coffee over the ice, using a small cup so as to maximize the flavor. When the coffee has been brewed, add milk and any sweeteners afterward so that you can achieve the taste you prefer. Here are the steps necessary to brew iced coffee using your Keurig machine:

Method 1: Brew Over Ice
Use either the 6-fluid oz or the 8-fluid oz brewing option in order to start your Keurig machine. Use a smaller volume when you want your iced coffee to be a little stronger. If your Keurig machine comes equipped with an iced button on it, press this because it lets the machine know you want a more concentrated coffee.

Method 2: Cool off in the fridge [Our Preferred Method]

The problem with brewing over ice, while being quick, is that it dilutes your coffee. Of course you can minimise that by brewing a more concentrated cup, but I personally still find that tastes watered down.

Instead, brew a concentrated cup and put it in the fridge overnight to cool down..

Tip: Brew multiple cups and store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to drink. This can last for 3 or 4 days in the fridge easily.

Method 3: Make coffee ice cubes
The advantage of doing this is that the coffee will chill your drink without detracting from its flavor. You should begin this operation several hours before you plan to make your iced coffee, pouring the cold coffee into an ice-cube tray and sticking it in the freezer for a while.

Pour in cold milk or creamer – use your favorite plant-based milk or dairy milk in order to make nice creamy iced coffee. Most commercial coffee shops will use half-and-half or whole milk, so that their iced coffee has a rich, creamy taste, but you can also use skim milk or low-fat if you prefer. Even a plant-based milk or hemp milk, will end up tasting great with your iced coffee. Some people prefer to use flavored creamers such as cinnamon or white mocha to add a little extra flavor to their iced coffee, but you can add any sweeteners that you enjoy. It’s better that you don’t use granulated sugar because this dissolves only with difficulty in a cold drink. Ordinary syrup mixes in immediately so you can stir in as much syrup as you like. If you don’t have any syrup on hand, you can use powdered sugar, because it dissolves much easier than granulated sugar will.

Experiment with various ingredients – you can customize your coffee to maximize its appeal and taste by experimenting with any number of different ingredients. Flavored syrup, sweetened condensed milk, chocolate syrup, and caramel syrup are all options that iced coffee lovers enjoy adding to their favorite brew.

What To Look For In A Iced Coffee K-Cup?

The K-Cups which work best for brewing iced coffee are those which have a dark roast and a bold flavor. This is primarily because when you add ice to your coffee, it will seriously dilute the flavor and make it weaker. To make sure that you don’t end up with a very weak-tasting coffee, it’s best to avoid light or medium roasts, because they simply won’t hold up after ice is added.

Fortunately, there are literally hundreds of dark roast blends currently on the market that you can choose from to find your favorites. It is also possible for you to use a reusable K-Cup that will present you with even more options.

Of course, the danger of having so many options is that it can make selections very difficult. For that reason, we’ve narrowed down the hundreds of available options into just a few for your consideration. You’ll certainly find at least one, and probably more, from the group below that will please you and make for a very enjoyable afternoon of sipping iced coffee.

The Best K-Cups For Iced Coffee (Our 2024 Favorites)

Here are our selections for the Best K-Cup for Iced Coffee. Sample some of these winners and see if you agree with our choices.

1. Best overall iced coffee – Peet’s Coffee Major Dickason’s Blend
2. Best value for the money – McCafe Premium Medium Roast Coffee Pods
3. Best flavor – Pioneer Woman Flavored Coffee Blend
4. Best for the environment – Peet’s Coffee Major Dickason’s Blend
5. Best boldness – Starbucks Flavored Coffee Pods
6. Best pick-me-up – Crazy Cups Flavored Coffee Pods

A summary of the most popular iced coffee K-cups on the market

Without further ado, here are our top picks for the best-iced coffee K-cups currently on the market.

Brand	Advantages	Disadvantages	Score	Quality
Starbucks	Gluten-free	Not recyclable	9.6	A
Solimo	Inexpensive	A little weak	9.3	B+
Peet’s	Arabica beans	Not biodegradable	9.7	A
Victor Allen	Tasty and smooth	Weak and light flavor	9.0	B
Crazy Cups	Sweet and energizing	Not enough chocolate	9.4	B+
McCafe	Great pricing	Not strong enough	9.1	B+
Pioneer Woman	Great taste and flavor	May be a little weak	9.3	B+
Original	Excellent flavor	A bit weak	9.4	B+
Dunkin	Fantastic pricing	Might be a little weak	9.6	A
Green Mountain	Outstanding flavor	Lacks aroma	9.2	B+
Dunkin Cold	Excellent pricing	Might be a bit weak	9.3	B+
Maud’s	Bold and satisfying	Variety pack	9.6	A

1. Starbucks Flavored Coffee Pods

• Pros – works with all Keurig machines, gluten-free product, excellent value
• Cons – does not come with a carousel, is not recyclable
• Why it’s recommended – it comes in a variety of different flavors, e.g. Vanilla, Caramel, Cinnamon Dolce, and Toffeenut.

2. Solimo Medium Roast Coffee Pods

• Pros – gluten-free product, great flavor, very inexpensive, very popular
• Cons – may not be strong enough for some people, not a keto product
• Why it’s recommended – it has a superior flavor that accounts for its popularity and is made from 100% Kona beans.

3. Peet’s Coffee Major Dickason’s Blend

• Pros – works with all Keurig machines, is totally recyclable, made with 100% Arabica beans
• Cons – is not biodegradable
• Why it’s recommended – strong, bold, and flavorful, this is a very satisfying cup of iced coffee. Delivers a sweet and smooth flavor that can be enjoyed at any time of day.

4. Victor Allen Caramel Macchiato

• Pros – tasty and smooth, non-GMO product, gluten-free
• Cons – may not be strong enough for some people, a little light on flavor
• Why it’s recommended – has an excellent caramel flavor that has secured legions of fans all over the world

5. Crazy Cups Flavored Coffee Pods

• Pros –gluten-free product, sugar-free, great flavor
• Cons – not an organic product, should have more chocolate
• Why it’s recommended – has just enough sweetness and caffeine to give you a big boost in the morning.

6. McCafe Premium Medium Roast Coffee Pods

• Pros – great value for the price, 100% caffeine-free
• Cons – not strong enough for many people
• Why it’s recommended – offers great value for the price, and is made from 100% Arabica beans.

7. Pioneer Woman Flavored Coffee Blend

• Pros – great-tasting, great flavor, good pricing
• Cons – a little weak
• Why it’s recommended – made with 100% Arabica beans, which accounts for the terrific flavor

8. The Original Donut Shop K-Cup Coffee

• Pros – great taste, great flavor, good medium roast
• Cons – not recyclable, may be too weak for some
• Why it’s recommended – has a medium roast designation, but still provides plenty of flavor and taste

9. Dunkin’ Original Blend Medium Roast

• Pros – delicious and smooth, great pricing
• Cons – a little weak for some people
• Why it’s recommended – even though it’s a medium roast, it doesn’t lose flavor when ice is added, and it has the best price of any K-cup in our survey.

10. Green Mountain Caramel Vanilla K-Cup Coffee

• Pros – great taste, great flavor, not too sweet
• Cons – may lack aroma compared to other choices
• Why it’s recommended – made from high-quality Arabica beans, and always delivers great taste and flavor.

11. Dunkin’ Cold Coffee Roast

• Pros – specifically developed for iced coffee
• Cons – medium roast may be a bit weak
• Why it’s recommended – has great pricing and great flavor for the money.

12. Maud’s Bold Dark Roast K-Cup Coffee

• Pros – robust coffee with a deep and satisfying flavor
• Cons – comes in a variety pack, which some people don’t like
• Why it’s recommended – one of the best morning energizers, it can prepare you for a long day at work or around the house.

Conclusion

I hope you’ve enjoyed this roundup of our favorite Keurig pods for iced coffee.

If you want even more ideas for epic iced coffee recipes then check out our free cookbook in the link below.