Grady's Cold Brew
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Coffee |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Founder | Grady Laird, Dave Sands, Kyle Buckley |
| Headquarters | The Bronx, New York , United States |
| Products | New Orleans-style cold brew coffee (ready-to-drink, concentrate, bean bags) |
Grady's Cold Brew is a U.S.-based coffee enterprise that specializes in New Orleans-style cold brew coffee. Established in 2011, the company operates out of The Bronx, New York.
History
The origin of Grady's Cold Brew traces back to its founder, Grady Laird, who crafted a New Orleans-inspired coffee blend during his tenure at GQ Magazine. Motivated by a GQ feature on cold brew concentrate, Laird initially distributed his coffee to other Condé Nast publications before dedicating himself fully to the business. In 2011, he officially launched Grady's alongside partners Dave Sands and Kyle Buckley.
Grady's products were first available online and through select outlets in Brooklyn and Manhattan. The brand gained wider recognition after catching the attention of Whole Foods Market at a vendor event held at Smorgasburg. This led to the company beginning sales at Whole Foods in 2012, broadening its retail footprint.
Products
Grady's Cold Brew produces New Orleans-style coffee by steeping ground beans in cold water for a 20-hour period to create a concentrated brew. Their product lineup includes ready-to-drink options, concentrate forms, and pre-packaged bean bags designed for home brewing.