Chameleon Cold Brew
Austin, Texas
3.50(6)
Chameleon Cold-Brew is an American company that specializes in the production of cold brew coffee. It was founded in Austin, Texas, in 2010 by two coffee enthusiasts, Steve Williams and Chris Campbell. They began their journey by experimenting with different brewing techniques until they developed a perfect formula that created a super smooth, less acidic, highly caffeinated coffee – cold brew.
Show moreChameleon Cold Brew is a coffee roaster from Austin, TX United States. We have 2 cataloged roasts with 6 total reviews with a score of 3.50.
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Medium Dark | International Blend |
Top Reviews(6)
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Scott Greenaway140 roasts rated, avg score of 4.25
4.50 - Average
4.00 - Aroma
4.50 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
4.50 - Acidity
4.50 - Balance
I really liked this cold brew! The flavor was unexpected and immediately piqued my interest. It took me a couple sips to figure a good descriptor for the flavor was a smoky tobacco. I can't imagine ever selecting a roast described as smoky tobacco, but I found this to be a compelling and quite flavorful. There was a mild burst of acidity that complimented the flavor nicely. The consistency was a touch watery, so this might make for a great summertime treat.Cupping Method:straight from the bottle without cream or sweetener
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Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor1106 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
4.00 - Average
4.00 - Finish
4.00 - Flavor
4.00 - Acidity
3.50 - Balance
A lot going on here, some of it really good and interesting. Chocolate, smoky, perhaps a bit of clove/tobacco spice. I think it has an overlaid slight chemical or texture issue I get in bottled coffee sometimes. But its pretty solid and Id be happy with it on a long car ride.Cupping Method:As part of a cold brew tasting, with mostly Snapchill cans (you can see the glass Chameleon bottle by Scottlikescoffee)
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Emily Schadler93 roasts rated, avg score of 4.24
4.00 - Average
Bottled coffee is pretty new for me, and I was pleasantly suprised by this one - smooth and fun, and the smokey kick at the end was really noticeable. I would drink this again.Cupping Method:Iced with cream
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Susanna Paterson27 roasts rated, avg score of 4.33
4.00 - Average
2.00 - Aroma
4.00 - Value
4.00 - Finish
5.00 - Flavor
3.00 - Acidity
4.00 - Balance
This coffee instantly reminded me of lapsang souchong tea, with an smoky flavor. I wouldnt say thats a flavor Im drawn to, unless Im in a particular mood, but I did like this cold brew. It went down pretty smooth and felt more interesting to drink than other cold brews.Cupping Method:From the bottle, no cream or sugar
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Victoria S-C407 roasts rated, avg score of 4.32
3.50 - Average
Tabacco, smoke. Maybe tastes a bit like gasoline but really just not my style. -
Theodore (Ted) Chan, Managing Editor
1106 roasts rated, avg score of 4.28
3.00 - Average
3.50 - Aroma
3.00 - Value
3.50 - Finish
3.00 - Flavor
3.00 - Acidity
3.00 - Balance
Chameleon Organic Cold Brew makes a commendable commitment to sourcing organic coffee, which is awesome.
As soon as the Cold Brew hits your palate, you're welcomed by a bitter/carbon-ish note. It's somewhat reminiscent of a slightly over-roasted nuts. Although not everyone's cup of coffee, this burnt nut characteristic can be appreciated by those who favor a bolder, robust flavor profile. Pouring it over iced helped a bit, but I think it's something you either like or don't like.
As the tasting continues, a pronounced caramel streak winds its way through the flavor profile. It provides a sweet undertone that's pleasant.
However, the brew doesn't have enough acidity to balance its robust nature. The lack of it here makes the Cold Brew fall slightly flat and monotonous after a few sips. I think it's also bumpy enough so I can't really call it smooth.
I do think some dark roaster drinkers will like some of the taste notes here (though those folks who like those bold, Italian/dark roast might also find it watery).Cupping Method:Out of a bottle I bought at Whole Foods, and then over ice.
