Bournvita Cold Brew: Cold Bournvita Coffee Recipe at Home

Why Bournvita + Cold Brew Is Genius

This cold brew chocolate recipe uses something many Indian kitchens already have: Bournvita. Bournvita is a chocolate malt drink powder from Cadbury. It mixes into cold milk with a good stir. Cold brew adds caffeine and coffee depth. Together they make adult chocolate milk with a real coffee kick. No barista skills needed.

Many Indian kids grew up drinking Bournvita milk. Now imagine that familiar chocolate malt taste with smooth cold brew underneath. It is comforting and energising at the same time. The malt sweetness of Bournvita hides any bitterness from the coffee.

I stumbled onto this by accident. I was making cold brew one morning and my daughter asked me to make her Bournvita milk. I poured some cold brew into her leftover Bournvita milk. One sip and I knew this was something worth sharing.

What Is Bournvita Coffee?

Bournvita coffee is coffee mixed with Bournvita and milk. The Bournvita adds chocolate, malt and sugar, so you do not need to add more sugar. We like cold brew best for a cold glass, because it tastes smooth next to the malt. You can also use hot coffee for a warm cup. The FAQ below shows how.

Want to make the coffee part first? Our guide on how to make, store and dilute cold brew concentrate shows you how.

Basic Bournvita Cold Brew Recipe

The basic Bournvita cold brew recipe takes 30 seconds: mix 2 teaspoons of Bournvita into 100ml cold milk, stir until dissolved, add 100ml cold brew concentrate and ice. That is it. No special equipment. No fancy ingredients. Just Bournvita, milk, cold brew, and ice.

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons Bournvita
• 100ml cold milk
• 100ml cold brew concentrate
• Ice cubes

Steps:

1. Add Bournvita to cold milk in a glass.
2. Stir vigorously for 20-30 seconds until dissolved. A small whisk helps but a spoon works fine.
3. Add ice cubes.
4. Pour cold brew concentrate on top.
5. Stir once and drink.

Use concentrate brewed in the InstaCuppa 2.2L Cold Brew Maker. The 2.2-litre jug lets you brew one big batch at a time. Its fine nylon mesh filter helps keep coffee grounds out of your glass.

How to Make Cold Bournvita Milk (No Coffee)

To make cold Bournvita milk, stir 2 teaspoons of Bournvita into a little cold milk until smooth. Then add the rest of a 200 ml glass of chilled milk and a few ice cubes. This cold Bournvita, also called iced Bournvita, has no coffee in it. It is the version for kids. Stir well so no lumps are left.

1. Put 2 teaspoons of Bournvita in a glass.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of cold milk and stir it into a smooth paste.
3. Pour in the rest of the chilled milk and stir again.
4. Add ice cubes and drink it right away.

Keep the coffee out of glasses for children. MedlinePlus, from the US National Library of Medicine, says the American Academy of Pediatrics discourages caffeine for children and teens (MedlinePlus). For adults, add 100 ml cold brew concentrate. That turns cold Bournvita milk into Bournvita cold brew.

Bournvita Cold Brew Calories and Sugar

A 20 g serving of Bournvita powder has about 76 kcal and 9.2 g of sugar. About 6.4 g of that is added sugar. These numbers come from the Indian pack label on Open Food Facts. Per 100 g, it lists 381 kcal, 46 g sugars and 32.2 g added sugars, with a 20 g serving (Open Food Facts). Your 2 teaspoons may weigh a little more or less than 20 g. The milk adds its own calories too.

Cadbury cut the added sugar in Bournvita from 37.4 g to 32.2 g per 100 g in December 2023, says Business Today. The WHO advises adults and children to keep free sugars below 10% of daily energy. Below about 25 g (6 teaspoons) a day is even better (WHO). So enjoy Bournvita cold brew as a treat, not as a health drink.

For the coffee side, read our guide to cold brew nutrition, caffeine and calories.

Thick Bournvita Cold Brew Shake

A thick Bournvita cold brew shake blends Bournvita, cold brew, milk, a banana, and ice into a filling breakfast drink. The banana adds natural sweetness and makes it thick enough to feel like a milkshake. For me, one glass keeps me full until lunch.

Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons Bournvita
• 100ml cold brew concentrate
• 100ml cold milk
• 1 ripe banana
• 5-6 ice cubes

Steps:

1. Put everything in a blender.
2. Blend for 30 seconds until smooth and frothy.
3. Pour into a tall glass.
4. Sprinkle a pinch of Bournvita on top for looks.

This is my go-to on mornings when I skip breakfast. The banana adds natural sugar. MedlinePlus lists bananas as a good source of potassium (MedlinePlus). The cold brew provides caffeine. The Bournvita makes it taste like a treat instead of a health drink.

Bournvita Cold Brew Float

A Bournvita cold brew float pours cold brew over a scoop of vanilla ice cream and tops it with a Bournvita sprinkle. This is dessert in a glass. It takes one minute to make, and it is a fun treat for guests. Save this for weekends or after dinner.

Steps:

1. Place one scoop of vanilla ice cream in a tall glass.
2. Pour 150ml cold brew concentrate over the ice cream slowly.
3. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon Bournvita powder on top.
4. Serve with a straw and a long spoon.

The ice cream melts into the cold brew creating a creamy, sweet layer at the bottom. The Bournvita on top adds crunch and chocolate. It is like an affogato but more fun and more Indian.

Cocoa Powder vs Bournvita vs Chocolate Syrup

Bournvita is the sweetest and easiest option for chocolate cold brew — no extra sugar needed. Cocoa powder gives the richest, deepest chocolate flavour but needs sugar added separately. Hershey's chocolate syrup is the most convenient. Per gram, the syrup cost less than Bournvita in our price check. Each has a clear use case.

Prices are the MRPs listed on PharmEasy on 7 October 2026 for a Bournvita 500 g jar and a Hershey's syrup 623 g bottle. Shop prices change often, so check before you buy.

My recommendation: keep Bournvita for weekday mornings when you want speed. Keep cocoa powder for weekends when you want a richer, more grown-up chocolate cold brew.

Will This Work with Horlicks or Complan?

Yes — Horlicks and Complan both work with cold brew using the same technique. Horlicks gives a maltier taste that is less chocolatey than Bournvita. Complan is creamier and thicker. The recipe stays exactly the same — 2 teaspoons dissolved in cold milk, then add cold brew.

Here is how they compare:

• Horlicks: Malty, biscuity taste. Less chocolate. Good if you prefer a subtle flavour.
• Complan: Creamier, thicker texture. Milkier taste. Good for shakes.
• Boost: Similar to Bournvita but with a slightly different chocolate note. Works the same way.

Many Indian homes already keep one of these. That is the beauty of this hack — no special ingredients needed.

Brand fact: Bournvita is a Cadbury brand. In India it is made and sold by Mondelez India Foods Private Limited, as the pack details on retail listings show (TrueMeds listing).

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Bournvita in cold brew?

Yes. Bournvita mixes into cold milk with a good stir, so it works well with cold brew. Add 2 teaspoons of Bournvita to cold milk and stir until dissolved. Then add cold brew concentrate. The result is a chocolate malt coffee drink.

How do you make cold Bournvita?

Stir 2 teaspoons of Bournvita into 2 tablespoons of cold milk to make a smooth paste. Add the rest of a 200 ml glass of chilled milk and a few ice cubes. This cold Bournvita milk has no coffee in it.

Is iced Bournvita the same as cold Bournvita?

Yes. Iced Bournvita and cold Bournvita are two names for Bournvita stirred into chilled milk and served with ice. Add cold brew concentrate if you want the coffee version for adults.

Is Bournvita cold brew healthy?

It is a sweet treat, not a health drink. A 20 g serving of Bournvita powder has about 76 kcal and 9.2 g of sugar, including about 6.4 g of added sugar, based on Indian label data. The milk adds more calories. Enjoy it now and then.

Is Bournvita coffee safe for kids?

It is better to skip the coffee for kids. MedlinePlus says the American Academy of Pediatrics discourages caffeine for children and teens. Give kids cold Bournvita milk without the cold brew instead.

Which tastes better — Bournvita or cocoa powder in cold brew?

Bournvita is sweeter and easier to use — no extra sugar needed. Cocoa powder gives a richer, deeper chocolate flavour but needs sugar added separately. Bournvita wins on convenience. Cocoa wins on depth.

Can I make this hot instead of cold?

Yes. Warm the milk, dissolve Bournvita in it, then add cold brew concentrate. The result is a warm chocolate coffee similar to a mocha. Some people prefer this during winter months.

Does Bournvita dissolve in cold brew directly?

Bournvita does not dissolve well directly in cold brew. Dissolve it in cold milk first by stirring vigorously for 20-30 seconds. Then add the milk mixture to cold brew. This prevents clumps.

Sources

• Cadbury Bournvita 500 g, India: 381 kcal, 46 g sugars, 32.2 g added sugars per 100 g; serving size 20 g -- Open Food Facts
• Cadbury cuts added sugar in Bournvita from 37.4 g to 32.2 g per 100 g (December 2023) -- Business Today
• WHO calls on countries to reduce sugars intake among adults and children (free sugars below 10% of energy) -- World Health Organization
• Caffeine in the diet (American Academy of Pediatrics discourages caffeine for children and teens) -- MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine
• Potassium in diet (bananas are a good source) -- MedlinePlus, US National Library of Medicine
• Cadbury Bournvita jar 500 g, MRP Rs 238.20 and Hershey's syrup 623 g, MRP Rs 220 -- PharmEasy, checked 7 October 2026