The Rise of Canned Iced Coffee: Why Coffee Shops Around the World Are Sealing the Deal

Cuppion Canned Coffee

From Tokyo to Toronto, a new trend is reshaping how iced coffee is served, enjoyed, and taken home. Coffee shops are turning to compact canning machines like those from Cuppion to seal freshly made iced coffees into crystal-clear cans, creating a premium, grab-and-go experience that combines freshness, branding, and sustainability in one sleek package.

For coffee shop owners, it’s more than a gimmick. It’s a genuine opportunity to innovate and grow. And for brands like William Fox, it opens up fresh ways to integrate high-quality flavour into every chilled can.

What Is the Coffee Canning Trend?

Canning machines allow cafés to fill PET or aluminium cans with cold brew, iced lattes, teas, or flavoured drinks - then seal them on the spot. The result is a visually appealing, takeaway-friendly product that feels premium and personalised. Customers enjoy a drink that’s not only photogenic but also fresher and longer-lasting than a typical takeaway cup.

These machines - like Cuppion and Oktober’s Model 7 & 8 - are easy to install and operate. With just a few seconds per can, baristas can batch and seal drinks during busy periods or offer made-to-order take-home options that extend the customer experience beyond the café.

Why It’s Taking Off

• Freshness on demand – Drinks are sealed in front of the customer, maintaining taste, texture, and temperature

• Portable and eco-conscious – Aluminium and PET cans are recyclable, making them more sustainable than plastic lids and straws

• Instagrammable appeal – Clear cans look striking, especially when showcasing colourful or layered drinks

• Shelf life boost – Sealed cans stay fresher for longer, making them perfect for retail fridges and delivery

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How William Fox Syrups Enhance This Trend

This is where William Fox Syrups shine.

Our colourless, preservative-free gomme syrups allow cafés to customise each canned drink with depth of flavour and visual clarity. Whether you’re crafting a signature Pistachio Iced Latte, a Raspberry Cold Brew, or a Vanilla Bean Iced Matcha, our syrups blend smoothly and beautifully into cold beverages without altering their appearance.

Examples of Canned Coffee Creations Using William Fox:

• Salted Caramel Iced Latte

  Espresso + milk + William Fox Salted Caramel Syrup→ Sealed in a clear can, topped with a pinch of sea salt before serving

  
  

• Iced Mocha with Milk Chocolate

  Cold brew + milk + William Fox Milk Chocolate Syrup→ Finished with chocolate dust and sealed

  
  

• Strawberry Milk Cold Brew

  Espresso + oat milk + William Fox Strawberry Syrup→ Layered drink that looks stunning in clear packaging

  
  

• Seasonal Specials

  Summer: Passion Fruit Cold Brew

  Winter: Mince Pie Latte in a can→ Using limited-edition William Fox syrups for festive appeal

  
  

By offering seasonal, custom, or branded combinations, cafés can turn canned drinks into a signature revenue stream, supported by our versatile syrup range.

Who's Leading the Charge?

The movement started in niche, high-end cafés and has quickly spread to pop-up vendors, mobile coffee carts, and even independent roasters. Global interest is rising in markets like the UK, South Korea, and the USA, where iced beverages are in year-round demand.

We're now seeing many coffee businesses set up canning stations next to their espresso machines, ready to seal a drink for customers who want quality to go.

Benefits for Coffee Shops

Advantage	Description
Add-on sales	Pre-batched, shelf-stable drinks offer new upsell opportunities
Brand visibility	Labelled cans act as mobile advertisements
Speed	Drinks can be sealed in seconds during service
Creative freedom	William Fox’s 70+ flavours let baristas experiment easily
Sustainability	Recyclable packaging meets modern environmental expectations

How to Get Started

1. Choose a canning machine – Look at models from Cuppion, Oktober, or similar suppliers.

2. Create a menu – Use William Fox syrups to design flavour profiles unique to your brand.

3. Brand your cans – Add logos, flavour labels, QR codes or social handles.

4. Market it well – Use Instagram Reels or in-store displays to show off the sealing process.

5. Offer bundles – Sell 4-packs or limited-edition flavours using your syrups as a flavour base.

   
   

Final Thoughts

Canning iced coffee isn’t just a fad. It’s a smart response to changing consumer habits: quality on the move, eco-conscious packaging, and memorable experiences.

With a William Fox syrup in the mix, cafés can create rich, balanced, and visually striking drinks that travel well and taste even better. Whether you're a small coffee shop or a growing chain, this trend is an opportunity to seal your flavour into something extraordinary.

Discover our full syrup range at www.williamfoxuk.com

For wholesale or product enquiries, contact us at hello@williamfoxuk.com