Top 5 Nitro Coffee Makers: Your Brewing Guide

Imagine a sip of coffee so smooth, so creamy, it feels like drinking a cold, bubbly dessert. That’s the magic of nitro coffee, and you can make it right at home! But stepping into the world of home nitro brewing can feel a bit overwhelming. You see fancy machines and wonder which one actually delivers that perfect, cascading pour.

Finding the best nitro coffee maker is tricky. Do you need a keg system or a simple infuser? Should you worry about nitrogen tanks or just buy pre-filled cartridges? These questions can stop you before you even start enjoying that velvety coffee experience you crave. It’s frustrating when you just want café quality without the daily trip to the coffee shop.

This guide cuts through the confusion. We will break down exactly what makes a great nitro coffee maker. You will learn the key features to look for, understand the different types available, and discover which model fits your budget and brewing style perfectly. Get ready to ditch the watered-down cold brew and unlock your inner barista.

Top Nitro Coffee Maker Recommendations

SaleBestseller No. 1

The Original Royal Brew Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker - Gift for Coffee Lovers - 64 oz Home Keg, Nitrogen Gas System Coffee Dispenser Kit

Start your year with DIY Café-Style Nitro Coffee at Home – Enjoy creamy, frothy nitro cold brew anytime, perfect for mornings, weekends, or home gatherings
Don't Forget Royal Brew Nitrogen or Nitrous Cartridges (sold separately) — Get a smooth, frothy home coffee cold brew, the way the baristas do it. For a sweeter, cold foam taste, use one 8g nitrous oxide cartridge. For frothy and delicious cascading mouthfeel, use two 2g nitrogen cartridges (sold separately). NOTE: Only fill keg 75% maximum with coffee to allow gas to form. Be sure to shake the cold brew kit after charging. For best results, use a quality cold brew or your favorite concentrate
Save Over $700 Annually — Known as the best cold brew coffee maker, this is the perfect gift for coffee lovers. Make the complete coffee gift basket and coffee gift set for your loved one. Imagine rolling out of bed, and immediately pouring your favorite nitro coffee from a premium ice coffee machine. Sometimes you wait in coffee lines so long you start to question your life decisions. No more lines or drink mix-ups
Fits In Your Fridge, Upgrades Coffee Bar — Get the classic look and feel of a stout dispensing systems in a cold brew kit. We listened to our customers, and updated our cold brewer faucet for smooth, no leak pouring. This durable, cold coffee maker is an attractive addition to any coffee bar, and will fit in fridge for easy access. 7" diameter (spanning from faucet attached across to keg diameter) x 13.9" tall from top of faucet tap handle to bottom of keg x 5.31" diameter of keg
US Owned Small Business — Our cold coffee brewer comes with 24/7 customer support. Some of the common assembly/usage problems with your cold brew machine are simply the result of a missed step or part. Be sure to view product troubleshooting videos/questions on this page or YouTube. For further assistance, our responsive team will be happy to assist you with your nitro cold brew maker. Royal Brew is a proud US company, and we're here for our customers who we think of as our best friends

SaleBestseller No. 2

Original NitroPress - Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker | Portable Nitrogen Infuser for Smooth Nitro Drinks, Cold Brew, Cocktails & Tea at Home or On the Go | Uses N2 Cartridges | Stainless Steel Design

A versatile cold brew iced coffee maker - the NitroPress is an extremely flexible, easy-to-use piece of equipment. It allows you to prepare your fresh nitro coffee exactly as you like it - whether it’s a nitro brew with or without dairy, or as a zero-calorie cold brew nitro. Or, for a more indulgent treat, this nitro cold brew machine can be used to infuse your cold brews with a wide range of natural flavours, by using ingredients like cinnamon sticks, mint leaves or cacao nibs.
Consistently smooth, velvety coffee - as one of the best cold brew coffee makers in the industry, the pioneering design of our nitrogen coffee maker brings the finest barista-style coffee to your home. The Hatfields nitro press uses nitro press chargers to infuse the drink with microbubbles, to create a distinctive smooth, velvety texture.
State-of-the-art nitro press cartridge design - the nitro canister fits three N2 chargers. Although carbon dioxide is used to create carbonated and fizzy drinks, pure nitrogen (N2) achieves the best results for creating smooth nitro coffee and cold brews. In fact, this advanced technology offers an easy way to infuse nitrogen into any cold brew, coffee, tea, beer, milk - anything you can think of! Our nitropress provides a complete all-in-one system, for all your nitro infuser needs.
A portable and easy-to-use nitro brew coffee maker - the Hatfields nitro press does not require a plug connection, is fully countertop-friendly, is made of stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. Plus, this nitro coffee kit also comes with a 1 year Assurance. The result? A nitro brew maker that is easy to use and clean, simple to maintain, and allows you to prepare fresh nitro cold brew coffee at any time.
A premium, professional-standard nitro coffee machine - our nitro cold brew maker is suitable for both at-home use, or can even be used by professional baristas. What’s more, the nitro whip dispenser is also extremely versatile, and can be used as everything from a quick single-serve coffee maker, to batch-making as many as four coffee cocktails.

SaleBestseller No. 3

NitroPress DS – Electric Nitro Cold Brew Coffee & Cocktail Maker | Air-Powered Nitrogen Infuser for Smooth Nitro Drinks, Cocktails, Cold Brew & Tea at Home | No Gas Cartridges | Stainless Steel Design

Smooth, Creamy Nitro at Home - Enjoy café-style nitro cold brew with the signature cascading pour and velvety texture - all from your kitchen countertop. Perfect for coffee, tea, or cocktails.
Electric Precision, Effortless Operation - Simply fill, press, and pour. The NitroPress DS uses built-in pressure control to create consistent microfoam texture every time - no cartridges or extra tools needed.
Built to Last - Crafted from stainless steel and precision-engineered by Hatfields London, the NitroPress DS combines professional-grade performance with modern design that looks great on any counter.
Endless Drink Possibilities - Go beyond coffee. Nitro-infuse teas, matcha, espresso martinis, and fruit infusions - transforming ordinary drinks into smooth, refreshing experiences.
Sustainable and Cost-Effective - No disposable nitrogen cartridges. No waste. Just endless nitro drinks powered by clean, reusable technology designed to last.

Bestseller No. 4

NITRO KAFO 1L Nitro Coffee Maker, Aluminum Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker with Special Nitro Diffuser Nozzle & Cold Brew Maker with Cold Brew Mason Jar, 1 Quart/1L

Creamy Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Without the Cream - Get the velvety smooth creamy texture of dairy without the dairy by infusing coffee with nitrogen gas using NITRO KAFO Nitro Cold Brew Maker and standard N2 cartridges (SOLD SEPARATELY). The micro bubbles from the nitrogen give your coffee a sweet flavor without sugar and frothy, cascading, velvety crema without the calories! Start making your own Nitro Coffee at home with the Nitro Kafo nitro coffee system!
Nitro Cold Brew Machine - Made from 100% Aluminum and carefully designed to be durable and comfortable for daily use. It is fully rust resistant, lightweight, and environmentally friendly as aluminum is infinitely recyclable. This nitro brew coffee maker has a 1 quart capacity, each batch made can serve around four to six nitro infused coffees at a time and it can be stored in the fridge to keep contents fresh and ready to use at any time. Use with a nitrogen cartridges (Not Included).
Durable Coffee Cold Brew Maker - For the perfect cold brew kit, we include a mason jar cold brew coffee maker with a wide mouth Ball and Kerr mason jar made from durable leak-free glass with a 28oz capacity. The high quality fine-mesh, double, stainless steel cold brew filter is extremely sturdy, preventing coffee grounds from entering the jar and large enough to hold up to 1 cup of coffee grounds, depending on the desired strength of cold brew.
Nitro Nozzle - Being the most important part for the perfect pour, tumbling effect and head retention, our stainless steel Nitro Nozzle is designed to dispense cold brew with nitrogen. It is intentionally narrow and contains an internal metal restrictor or diffuser disc with 5 small holes. This creates a properly gentle pour which releases the nitrogen from the coffee and produces a slow cascading effect and settling process in the glass to obtain a dense, creamy, cascading head.
Easy To Use - Steep coffee for 12 hours in the cold brew mason jar, pour cold brew into Nitro Kafo, inject with ONE nitro cartridge, shake, and pour yourself a velvety nitro cold brew. **NEW AND IMPROVED INSTRUCTIONS! We received your feedback and made clearer how to operate Nitro Kafo! Please reach out to us if anything is unclear, so we can respond immediately and you can enjoy using your Nitro Kafo. Note: If your cold brew coffee maker jar arrives damaged, please contact our customer service for immediate support.

SaleBestseller No. 5

The Original Royal Brew Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker - Gift for Coffee Lovers - 64 oz Home Keg, Nitrogen Gas System Coffee Dispenser Kit

Start your year with DIY Café-Style Nitro Coffee at Home – Enjoy creamy, frothy nitro cold brew anytime, perfect for mornings, weekends, or home gatherings
Don't Forget Royal Brew Nitrogen or Nitrous Cartridges (sold separately) — Get a smooth, frothy home coffee cold brew, the way the baristas do it. For a sweeter, cold foam taste, use one 8g nitrous oxide cartridge. For frothy and delicious cascading mouthfeel, use two 2g nitrogen cartridges (sold separately). NOTE: Only fill keg 75% maximum with coffee to allow gas to form. Be sure to shake the cold brew kit after charging. For best results, use a quality cold brew or your favorite concentrate
Save Over $700 Annually — Known as the best cold brew coffee maker, this is the perfect gift for coffee lovers. Make the complete coffee gift basket and coffee gift set for your loved one. Imagine rolling out of bed, and immediately pouring your favorite nitro coffee from a premium ice coffee machine. Sometimes you wait in coffee lines so long you start to question your life decisions. No more lines or drink mix-ups
Fits In Your Fridge, Upgrades Coffee Bar — Get the classic look and feel of a stout dispensing systems in a cold brew kit. We listened to our customers, and updated our cold brewer faucet for smooth, no leak pouring. This durable, cold coffee maker is an attractive addition to any coffee bar, and will fit in fridge for easy access. 7" diameter (spanning from faucet attached across to keg diameter) x 13.9" tall from top of faucet tap handle to bottom of keg x 5.31" diameter of keg
US Owned Small Business — Our cold coffee brewer comes with 24/7 customer support. Some of the common assembly/usage problems with your cold brew machine are simply the result of a missed step or part. Be sure to view product troubleshooting videos/questions on this page or YouTube. For further assistance, our responsive team will be happy to assist you with your nitro cold brew maker. Royal Brew is a proud US company, and we're here for our customers who we think of as our best friends

SaleBestseller No. 6

NutriChef Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker - Home Brew Coffee Keg, Nitrogen Coffee Machine Dispenser System w/ Pressure Relieving Valve Kit & Stout Creamer Faucet, Stainless steel - NutriChef NCNTROCB10

NITRO COLD BREW AT HOME: Fill up the keg with store bought or home brewed cold brew coffee and add super charge with a nitro charger capsule. Store in your home refrigerator and enjoy a frothy iced coffee w/o the need of creamer or sweetener
64 OZ. CAPACITY: The nitro keg coffee growler features a 64 oz. standard liquid volume capacity which is similar to those traditional beer growlers. Total size measures 7. 3” x 7. 5” x 14. 2” inches and easily fits in your home fridge or mini kegerator
STAINLESS STEEL: The nitro cold brew at home is constructed w/ food grade S/S 304 rust-proof stainless steel. The solid stainless steel construction keeps your beverage cold for a longer period of time, plus it is easy to assemble, to fill, and clean
UPGRADED FAUCET: The cold brew keg features a stout creamer faucet w/ pressurized valve where cold-brew coffee infused w/ nitrogen gas is released creating a creamy, stout-like effect just like your favorite brewed coffee at your local coffee shop
N2O SOLD SEPARATELY: Don’t forget to buy 8 gram whip cream non-threaded N2O (Nitrous Oxide) charger. 1 Charger is good for a full keg of nitro cold brew

SaleBestseller No. 7

The Original Royal Brew Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker - Gift for Coffee Lovers - 128 oz Extra Large Home Keg, Nitrogen Gas System Coffee Dispenser Kit

Nitro Cold Brew Maker — Great Present for Secret Santa, Christmas Gift, or Hanukkah Gift
Don't Forget Royal Brew Nitrogen or Nitrous Cartridges (sold separately) — Get a smooth, frothy home coffee cold brew, the way the baristas do it. For a sweeter, cold foam taste, use two 8g nitrous oxide cartridges. For frothy and delicious cascading mouthfeel, use four 2g nitrogen cartridges (sold separately). NOTE: Only fill keg 75% maximum with coffee to allow gas to form. Be sure to shake the cold brew kit after charging. For best results, use a quality cold brew or your favorite concentrate
Save Over $700 Annually — Known as the best cold brew coffee maker, this is the perfect gift for coffee lovers. Make the complete coffee gift basket and coffee gift set for your loved one. Imagine rolling out of bed, and immediately pouring your favorite nitro coffee from a premium ice coffee machine. Sometimes you wait in coffee lines so long you start to question your life decisions. No more lines or drink mix-ups
Fits In Your Fridge, Upgrades Coffee Bar — Get the classic look and feel of a stout dispensing systems in a cold brew kit. We listened to our customers, and updated our cold brewer faucet for smooth, no leak pouring. This durable, cold coffee maker is an attractive addition to any coffee bar, and will fit in fridge for easy access. 7.5" diameter (spanning from faucet attached across to keg diameter) x 17.5" tall from top of faucet tap handle to bottom of keg x 5.25" diameter of keg
Us Owned Small Business — Our cold coffee brewer comes with 24/7 customer support. Some of the common assembly/usage problems with your cold brew machine are simply the result of a missed step or part. Be sure to view product troubleshooting videos/questions on this page or YouTube. For further assistance, our responsive team will be happy to assist you with your nitro cold brew maker. Royal Brew is a proud US company, and we're here for our customers who we think of as our best friends

Bestseller No. 8

NITRO KAFO 0.5L Nitro Coffee Maker, Aluminum Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Maker with Special Nitro Diffuser Nozzle & Cold Brew Maker for Making Nitro Cold Brew, 1 Pint/0.5L

Creamy Nitro Cold Brew Coffee Without the Cream - Get the velvety smooth creamy texture of dairy without the dairy by infusing coffee with nitrogen gas using NITRO KAFO Nitro Cold Brew Maker and standard N2 cartridges (SOLD SEPARATELY). The micro bubbles from the nitrogen give your coffee a sweet flavor without sugar and frothy, cascading, velvety crema without the calories! Start making your own Nitro Coffee at home with the Nitro Kafo nitro coffee system!
Nitro Cold Brew Machine - Made from 100% Aluminum and carefully designed to be durable and comfortable for daily use. It is fully rust resistant, lightweight, and environmentally friendly as aluminum is infinitely recyclable. This nitro brew coffee maker has a 1 pint capacity, each batch made can serve around two to three nitro infused coffees at a time and it can be stored in the fridge to keep contents fresh and ready to use at any time. Use with a nitrogen cartridges (Not Included).
Durable Coffee Cold Brew Maker - For the perfect cold brew kit, we include a mason jar cold brew coffee maker with a wide mouth Ball and Kerr mason jar made from durable leak-free glass with a 28oz capacity. The high quality fine-mesh, double, stainless steel cold brew filter is extremely sturdy, preventing coffee grounds from entering the jar and large enough to hold up to 1 cup of coffee grounds, depending on the desired strength of cold brew.
Nitro Nozzle - Being the most important part for the perfect pour, tumbling effect and head retention, our stainless steel Nitro Nozzle is designed to dispense cold brew with nitrogen. It is intentionally narrow and contains an internal metal restrictor or diffuser disc with 5 small holes. This creates a properly gentle pour which releases the nitrogen from the coffee and produces a slow cascading effect and settling process in the glass to obtain a dense, creamy, cascading head.
Easy To Use - Steep coffee for 12 hours in the cold brew mason jar, pour cold brew into Nitro Kafo, inject with ONE nitro cartridge, shake, and pour yourself a velvety nitro cold brew. **NEW AND IMPROVED INSTRUCTIONS! We received your feedback and made clearer how to operate Nitro Kafo! Please reach out to us if anything is unclear, so we can respond immediately and you can enjoy using your Nitro Kafo.

The Ultimate Buying Guide for Your Nitro Coffee Maker

Nitro coffee is creamy, rich, and delicious. It tastes like a fancy coffee shop drink, but you can make it right at home! Buying a nitro coffee maker can be exciting, but you need to know what to look for. This guide will help you pick the best one for your kitchen.

Key Features to Look For

The right features make using your nitro maker easy and fun. Think about what you need most.

1. Keg Size and Capacity

Small Sizes (14 oz to 32 oz): These are great if you only drink nitro coffee occasionally or live alone. They take up less counter space.
Large Sizes (64 oz or more): If your whole family loves nitro coffee, or you plan to entertain, choose a larger keg.

2. Nitrogen Source

Nitro coffee needs nitrogen gas to get that signature creamy foam. There are two main ways makers get this gas:

N2O (Nitrous Oxide) Chargers: These are small, disposable cartridges, like the ones used for whipped cream. They are easy to find but you must buy new ones often.
Small CO2/N2 Tank Systems: These use a small, refillable tank. They cost more upfront but save money over time because you refill the tank instead of buying new chargers constantly.

3. Pressure Control

Good makers let you adjust the pressure. Higher pressure creates a stronger, creamier head on your coffee. Look for adjustable regulators if you like experimenting with different coffee roasts.

Important Materials Matter

The materials used affect how long your maker lasts and how safe it is.

Stainless Steel vs. Plastic

Stainless Steel Kegs: These are the best choice. Stainless steel is durable, easy to clean, and does not hold onto old coffee smells. It keeps the coffee cold longer too.
Plastic Components: While some outer parts might be plastic, make sure the actual dispensing tap and the main body touching the coffee are high-quality, food-grade materials.

Factors That Improve or Reduce Quality

What makes one machine better than another? It often comes down to how well it works and how easy it is to maintain.

High-Quality Factors (Better Coffee)

Good Insulation: A well-insulated keg keeps your coffee icy cold for hours without needing extra ice. Cold coffee mixes better with nitrogen.
Easy Cleaning System: If cleaning is hard, you might stop using the machine. Look for makers with detachable parts that you can easily wash.

Low-Quality Factors (Worse Experience)

Leaky Seals: Cheap seals often leak gas, meaning you waste your expensive chargers.
Plastic Taps: Plastic taps can break easily or wear out quickly, making dispensing messy.

User Experience and Use Cases

Think about where and when you will use your nitro maker.

Home Kitchen Use

If you are making coffee for yourself every morning, look for a compact model that fits easily in your fridge. You want a simple setup that only takes five minutes to prepare.

Entertaining and Parties

For parties, you need a machine that can handle high volume. Larger kegs and systems that use refillable tanks are perfect here. They allow you to serve many people without running out of gas quickly.

The “Shake” Factor

Some home nitro makers require you to shake the keg vigorously after charging it to mix the nitrogen in. While this works, it is tiring. Automatic or pressurized systems that do the mixing for you offer a much better user experience.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Do I need to use special coffee?

A: No, you do not need special coffee. You use your favorite cold brew concentrate or strong chilled coffee. The magic happens when the nitrogen mixes with it.

Q: How long does the nitro coffee stay fresh?

A: If kept cold in a sealed nitro maker, the coffee usually stays fresh and fizzy for about one to two weeks.

Q: Is it hard to clean a nitro coffee maker?

A: Most modern makers are designed to be easy to clean. You usually rinse the tap, hose, and keg thoroughly after each use. Check reviews to see if the cleaning process is simple.

Q: Can I make regular cold brew in a nitro maker?

A: Yes, you can use the keg to store regular cold brew. However, you need the nitrogen charger to make it “nitro.”

Q: What is the difference between N2O and CO2 chargers?

A: N2O (Nitrous Oxide) makes the coffee creamy. CO2 (Carbon Dioxide) makes drinks fizzy, like soda. For true nitro coffee, you need N2O chargers or a special N2 tank.

Q: Do these machines take up a lot of space?

A: Yes, they usually take up the space of a large bottle of wine or a small pitcher in your refrigerator. Check the dimensions before you buy.

Q: Are nitro coffee makers expensive?

A: Prices vary widely. Basic models start around $50 to $100. High-end models with stainless steel kegs and tank systems can cost $200 or more.

Q: Can I use this machine to carbonate water?

A: If your machine uses a CO2 tank system, you might be able to carbonate water. If it only uses N2O chargers, you cannot carbonate water properly.

Q: How loud are these devices when charging?

A: When you first attach the charger, you will hear a loud “hiss” as the gas enters the keg. After that, they are generally quiet while sitting in the fridge.

Q: What is the most important part to check before buying?

A: The most important part is the quality of the dispensing tap. A high-quality tap ensures a smooth pour and lasts a long time.

Larry Fish

Hi, I’m Larry Fish, the mind behind MyGrinderGuide.com.. With a passion for all things kitchen appliances, I created this blog to share my hands-on experience and expert knowledge. Whether it’s helping you choose the right tools for your culinary adventures or offering tips to make your kitchen more efficient, I’m here to guide you. My goal is to make your time in the kitchen not only easier but also enjoyable! Welcome to my world of kitchen mastery!