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Best Iced Coffee In Boston

Bostonians are known for drinking iced coffee all year round no matter the weather. But as the spring turns to summer, even the reluctant hot coffee lovers switch to iced coffee to help beat the heat. While most get their coffee fixes at big chains like Dunkin Donuts and Starbucks, there are a few notable independently owned cafes around town with incredible iced coffee.

Cobblestone Cafe
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Cobblestone Cafe
227 Hanover St.
Boston, MA 02113
(857) 263-8057
www.cobblestonene.com

Order a large sized coffee at Cobblestone Cafe and you will not be disappointed. This North End sandwich shop takes sizes seriously. Their large is so large that they always double check if you're sure before filling the cup. This is fantastic for any true iced coffee lover. The other reason to get iced coffee at Cobblestone is because they have between six and eight brewed flavors of iced coffee available - no syrup needed! Some of their most popular flavors include white chocolate chip, pumpkin, and banana nut bread.

PS Gourmet Coffee
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PS Gourmet
106 Dorchester St.
Boston, MA 02127
(617) 269-4020
psgourmetcoffee.com

Speaking of iced coffee flavor variety, PS Gourmet in South Boston boasts more than 30 available flavors. A look at their menu is worth the trip to Southie for just about any coffee lover. Some of their more unique offerings include brownie toffee crunch, white Russian, sugar cookie, and the mysterious "Irish mist" flavor. PS Gourmet's coffees are the perfect compromise between your favorite morning beverage and your favorite meal of the day - dessert.

Olga's Kafe
99 Summer St. # 120
Boston, MA 02110
(617) 204-9808
boston.menupages.com/restaurants/olgas-kafe

If you have the itch for an iced coffee during the middle of your workday, head over to Olga's Kafe on Summer St. in Boston's Financial District. The "kafe" has a similar rough around the edges vibe to PS Gourmet, with all of the delicious flavors to match, but it is conveniently located downtown. Olga's is a favorite of working professionals and the barista's quickly befriend regulars and memorize their orders which is always convenient - not to mention impressive! Just make sure to remember cash, as the Kafe has a minimum for credit and debit card purchases.

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Thinking Cup
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The Thinking Cup
165 Tremont St.
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 482-5555
thinkingcup.com

For a more refined atmosphere, head to one of The Thinking Cup's three locations: North End, Downtown Crossing, or Newbury Street. They serve deliciously strong classic iced coffee and lattes in a quiet friendly environment that is perfect for business meetings, interviews, or studying. Plus they offer some great snacks that pair well with their iced coffee like homemade chia pudding and a grilled cheese bar! And unlike other cafes around town, The Thinking Cup encourages people to unplug and embrace the moment by not offering wifi.

Caffe Dello Sport
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Caffe Dello Sport
308 Hanover St.
Boston, MA 02113
(617) 523-5063
caffedellosport.us

No one makes coffee quite like the Italians, so it is no wonder that the North End has some of the best iced coffee options in the city. Caffe Dello Sport is an underrated cafe that makes a mean latte and a super affordable iced coffee. This is the way iced coffee was meant to be. The Caffe has such an authentic European vibe that you will feel as though you've been transported across the ocean. But remember to bring cash!

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Cameron Bruns is the founder of BostonGreenBlog.com and co-author of Just Us Gals Boston. She lives in Boston's North End, where her goal is to promote ethical, stylish, and sustainable lifestyle choices to all Boston residents. Her work can be found on Examiner.com.
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