What Is 7 Brew Brunette Cold Brew?
Hazelnut and caramel have always defined the Brunette at 7 Brew, and now that same combo comes on a cold brew base instead of espresso. No mocha, no shots, just a slow-steeped cold brew carrying two flavours that already have a following. It uses the same syrup mix as the espresso Brunette from 7 Originals, just served cold only.
Grounds steep in cold water for 12 to 24 hours before the hazelnut and caramel go in. That slow process pulls out flavour without the bitterness hot brewing can leave behind. There’s no mocha sauce here either, that stays with the regular Brunette. What’s left is a clean, nutty, smooth cold brew from the first sip to the last.
Flavour Highlights:
- Hazelnut gives it a warm, nutty backbone
- Caramel adds buttery sweetness without overpowering
- Cold brew base keeps it smooth instead of bitter
- No mocha weight, so it drinks lighter than the espresso version
- Caffeine builds steadier, with less of a sudden crash
Brunette Cold Brew Price
| Size | Preparation | Price |
| Small (12 oz) | Iced/Hot | $6.05 |
| Medium (16 oz) | Iced/Hot | $7.03 |
| Large (20 oz) | Iced/Hot | $8.33 |
Order through the 7 Brew app to skip the line and earn rewards. Delivery is available through DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub, where local stands are covered. Search “Brunette Cold Brew” specifically on delivery apps, since the espresso-based Brunette is a different drink with a very different calorie count.
Brunette Cold Brew Ingredients
| Ingredient | Description |
| Cold brew concentrate | 7 Brew’s exclusive slow-steeped base |
| Hazelnut syrup | Warm, nutty flavour |
| Caramel syrup | Buttery sweetness |
| Ice | Keeps it cold throughout |
| Milk (optional) | Dairy or dairy-free, your choice. |
| Toppings (optional) | Cold foam, whipped cream, or caramel drizzle |
Nothing complicated here. It’s a clean cold brew base that carries two flavours already on the espresso side of the menu.
Brunette Cold Brew Nutrition Facts
The base drink has no milk, so it runs lower in calories than most flavored cold brews.
| Build | Calories | Notes |
| Base only (no milk) | ~20–90 | Lowest calorie option |
| Whole milk | +60 to +120 | Classic, rich, and creamy |
| Oat milk | +45 to +90 | Smooth, bakery-like warmth |
| Almond milk | +15 to +30 | Adds nuttiness with the hazelnut |
| Cold foam | +30 to +50 | Creamy layer on every sip |
| Whipped cream | +50 to +80 | Rich, indulgent finish |
| Sugar-free syrups | ~0 | Both hazelnut and caramel are available as sugar-free. |
Caffeine Content:
| Size | Caffeine |
| Small | ~150 mg |
| Medium | ~200 mg |
| Large | ~270 mg |
Brunette Cold Brew Allergens
| Allergen | Present |
| Tree Nuts | Yes, from the hazelnut syrup |
| Milk/Dairy | Only if milk or a dairy-based topping is added |
| Soy | May be present depending on syrups used |
| Wheat/Gluten | Not normally present |
| Egg | Not normally present |
Anyone with a tree nut allergy should flag it at the window before ordering, since hazelnut syrup is part of the standard recipe, not an optional add-on.
How to Customise Your Brunette Cold Brew
Pick your size
- Small: base price
- Medium: +$0.98
- Large: +$1.30
Choose your sweetness.
- Quarter sweet
- Half sweet
- Regular
- Extra sweet
Milk alternatives
- Oat milk
- Almond milk
- Coconut milk
Toppings
- Cream
- Whipped cream
- Cold foam
- White chocolate drizzle
- Dark chocolate drizzle
- Caramel drizzle
Flavour options (many available sugar-free, marked SF)
Almond, banana (SF), brown sugar cinnamon (SF), blackberry, blue raspberry (SF), cane sugar, caramel (SF), cherry, chocolate macadamia, coconut (SF), cupcake, dark chocolate (SF), guava, hazelnut (SF), honey, Irish cream (SF), kiwi, lavender, lime, mango, orange, passion fruit, peach (SF), peppermint, pineapple, pomegranate, raspberry (SF), salted caramel (SF), strawberry (SF), toasted marshmallow (SF), vanilla (SF), watermelon, white chocolate (SF).
Oat milk is the most requested swap because it pairs so well with hazelnut, and half-sweet is usually enough without making the drink too heavy.
Common Ordering Mistakes
- Mixing it up with the regular Brunette. Same flavours, completely different base. Specify “cold brew” clearly when ordering, especially through delivery apps.
- Assuming it has mocha sauce. It doesn’t; that’s only in the espresso version.
- Not flagging the hazelnut. It’s standard in the recipe, not an add-on, so mention it if you have a nut allergy.
- Skipping the sugar-free route. Both hazelnut and caramel come SF, easy to miss if you don’t ask.
- Expecting a hot option. This one’s cold-only. Order the regular brunette if you want it hot.
How to Order It
A lot of first-timers end up ordering two different drinks under the same name. Pick the build that matches what you’re after.
- Classic build: Medium, half sweet, no milk, no toppings, for the cleanest first taste
- Creamy build: Medium, half sweet, oat milk, cold foam on top
- Low-calorie build: Small, quarter sweet, sugar-free hazelnut and caramel, almond milk, no toppings, stays under 60 calories
- Indulgent build: Large, regular sweet, whole milk, whipped cream, caramel drizzle
- Secret menu build (Banana Bread Brunette): Medium, add banana flavor, half sweet, oat milk
Hazelnut Caramel Cold Brew Recipe (Make It At Home)
What you’ll need:
- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee
- 4 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons hazelnut syrup
- 2 tablespoons caramel syrup
- Ice cubes
- Milk or cream, optional
- Cold foam, optional
Steps:
- Combine the ground coffee and cold water in a large jar.
- Cover and let it steep in the fridge for 12 to 24 hours.
- Strain through a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter.
- Stir in the hazelnut and caramel syrup.
- Pour over ice.
- Add milk or cream for a creamier texture.
- Finish with cold foam if you like.
This batch keeps in the fridge for a few days, so you can pour a glass whenever the craving hits.
Brunette Cold Brew vs Regular Brunette
| Feature | Brunette Cold Brew | Regular Brunette |
| Base | Cold brew concentrate | Espresso shots |
| Menu section | 7 Classics | 7 Originals |
| Served | Cold only | Hot or iced |
| Mocha sauce | No | Yes |
| Texture | Light, smooth | Rich, creamy |
| Starting calories | ~20–90 | ~280 |
| Caffeine (Small) | ~150 mg | ~150 mg |
Want something bold and chocolatey that works hot? Order the regular brunette. Want something cold, nutty, and light without the espresso weight? This is the one.
Why People Order It
- Original Brunette fans – same hazelnut and caramel, lighter base, no mocha weighing it down
- Hazelnut coffee lovers—basically the cold brew version of a hazelnut latte
- Bitter coffee avoiders—hazelnut and caramel soften the cold brew completely
- Calorie-conscious drinkers—the base starts as low as 20 calories and stays easy to keep light
- Afternoon drinkers – cold, caffeinated, and light enough not to slow you down
Best Pairings
This one pairs well with something simple, like a plain croissant or a lightly spiced muffin. Skip anything too chocolatey; the nutty hazelnut and caramel combo works better alongside something plainer.
Storage & Freshness Tips
Best enjoyed fresh, especially once cold foam or whipped cream gets added, since those separate after 20–30 minutes. The homemade version keeps in the fridge for a few days, so you can pour a glass anytime without re-steeping.
Does It Count Toward 7 Brew Rewards?
Yes. Brunette Cold Brew purchases earn points through the 7 Brew Rewards app just like any other drink on the menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Final Thoughts
Brunette Cold Brew earns its spot by taking what already works about the espresso version, hazelnut and caramel, and putting it on a lighter, smoother base. First time ordering? Go medium, half sweet, no milk, taste it clean, then build from there on your next run.