It's no secret that iced beverages have taken the coffee shop world by storm in recent years.
From single-origin cold brews and iced classics becoming year-round staples to TikTok sensations like matcha lattes and botanical infusions, the iced category has rapidly become a core part of how consumers experience coffee.
In this episode we're asking what's been driving this surge in popularity, what flavour innovations are on the horizon, and could “cold” one day overtake “hot” on the global coffee stage?
To find out we're speaking with Jake Leonti, Head of Coffee, Gregorys Coffee, Will Kenney, Commercial Director, 200 Degrees Coffee Roasters, and Peter Broom, Commercial Director for syrup manufacturer Novela.
Credits music: "Summer" by Maddie King in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB Collective. Tune into the 5THWAVE Playlist on Spotify for more music from the show
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Guests
Jake Leonti
Head of Coffee, Gregorys Coffee
Jake Leonti is Head of Coffee at Gregorys Coffee, a pioneering specialty roaster-retailer with more than 50 stores across the US. With a background spanning Groundwork and La Colombe, Leonti now oversees Gregorys’ coffee programme from sourcing and roasting to quality control, developing direct trade relationships and shaping the customer experience.
Will Kenney
Commercial Director, 200 Degrees Coffee Roasters
Will Kenney is Commercial Director at 200 Degrees Coffee Roasters, a UK-based operator with 23 coffee shops, six barista schools and a growing wholesale business. Now part of The Nero Group, 200 Degrees continues to expand across the Midlands region of England. while maintaining its independent spirit. Kenney oversees commercial strategy, growth, and building the brand’s customer reach.
Peter Broom
Commercial Director, Novela
Peter Broom is Commercial Director at Novela, part of the ADM Group – one of the world’s largest ingredient companies. With over 20 years’ experience in foodservice and ingredients, Peter helped launch Novela as a bold, innovative syrup brand bringing sustainable, natural flavour solutions – from syrups to toppings – to independent operators.
