Cool off with iced coffee in Halifax

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No matter the temperature, everyone needs to stay caffeinated. There is no better way to do that in the summer, or anytime you're simply trying to cool off, than an iced coffee. Here are a few local places where you can find the best iced coffee Halifax has to offer.

Two If By Sea Bakeshop

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1869 Upper Water St, Halifax NS B3J 1S9

Located in the Historic Properties Market Mall, this popular waterfront caffeine destination oozes atmosphere. Follow the aroma of the fresh pastries baked on site, and you'll find a wide selection of iced coffees full of flavour. Two If By Sea uses direct-trade and locally roasted beans from a variety of regions, so you can be sure to find exactly the iced coffee you're looking for.

Java Blend Coffee Roasters

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6027 North St, Halifax NS B3K 1N9

As a coffee landmark in the city's north end, Java Blend has been luring customers into its shop with the smell of roasting coffee beans for almost 70 years. The shop boasts dozens of different roasts to choose from, so you can finally find an iced coffee that meets your exact tastes. Enjoy this café's classic coffee shop atmosphere, with some of the friendliest service around.

Smiling Goat Organic Expresso Bar

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1551D South Park St, Halifax NS B3J 4B4

Neighbouring the Public Gardens, this little coffee shop with lots of seating inside and out provides the area with an excellent selection of iced coffees. Whether you want a double-iced Americano or an iced latte, the Smiling Goat has you covered. This location uses one of the few Clover brewing systems in the city, so you know your iced coffee will be among the best.

Steve O Reno's Cappuccino

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1536 Brunswick St, Halifax NS B3J 2G2

With a wide selection of unique food items, Steve O Reno's offers much more than coffee, but don't think it cuts corners on that coffee. At this café, you can find an array of coffee options, including ready-brewed cold coffee. This isn't hot coffee that has been poured over ice and watered down, like other cafés offer; instead, it's slowly cooled over the course of hours to ensure that the end result is perfect.

Just Us Cafe

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5896 Spring Garden Rd, Halifax NS B3H 0A6

Nestled into one of the many old Victorian heritage properties that dot the city, this café provides a sense of warmth and charm that you will struggle to find elsewhere in the city. As one of the more popular spots with local caffeine junkies, Just Us! includes a large selection of iced coffees and a rich, but not too sweet iced mocha that must be tasted to be believed.

Trident Booksellers & Cafe

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1256 Hollis St, Halifax NS B3J 1T6

There's not much that goes together as well as books and coffee, and Trident Booksellers and Café offers both. With a unique ambiance that is both cozy and eclectic, you are sure to find a perfect book to go along with one of its iced coffees. Be sure to go early, as this big little secret of the south end enjoys a dedicated crowd of regulars.

The Wired Monk Coffee Bistro

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5147 Morris St, Halifax NS B3J 1A9

With loads of light and comfortable seating spread over two levels, you'll have no trouble spotting this little bistro on the corner of Morris and Hollis Streets. It offers a full selection of baked treats and sandwiches, as well as free WiFi, and ample parking nearby. Be sure to try the iced mocha to go with your bagel sandwich.

Choco Cafe

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1360 Lower Water St, Halifax NS B3J 3X2

Don't be surprised if you walk out of this café with more than an iced coffee. This cozy spot doubles as a chocolate shop and has a full selection of chocolate treats created on site. Aside from a standard selection of specialty coffees, you can find cold hot chocolate to quench that hot chocolate craving even when it's too hot to think.

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