What is used to create cold foam for coffee drinks?

Cold foam is specifically created by blending milk or cream with air, resulting in a light and frothy texture. This technique involves using a frother or similar device to incorporate air into cold milk or cream, producing a stable foam that can sit on top of coffee drinks, providing a creamy texture and a visual appeal without the heaviness of whipped cream. This process allows cold foam to maintain its structure, complementing iced beverages seamlessly.

While whipped cream is a delicious topping, it lacks the unique lightness and volume associated with cold foam, making it unsuitable for this application. Cold brew coffee, although refreshing, is not a component used to create cold foam but rather a brewing method for coffee. Similarly, frothed milk without heat might resemble the texture of cold foam, but it typically requires heat to achieve the desired microfoam consistency, which is contrary to the concept of cold foam specifically designed for chilled drinks.