There’s something quietly noble about the humble canned coffee. It doesn’t ask for much—no fancy glassware, no foam art, no espresso machine theatrics. As much as we love all those things at Ueshima, sometimes you just need that fuss-free caffeine hit.

It waits patiently in your fridge, ready to deliver a dose of cool caffeinated joy just when you need it most. As temperatures rise and your desire to enjoy a cool refreshing drink increases, canned coffee becomes more than just convenient—it becomes essential.

We want to take a moment to celebrate this underrated summertime champion. Smooth, portable, refreshing, and versatile, canned coffee deserves a permanent spot in your fridge or cool box. Here’s why… 

Why We Love Our Canned Coffee

It’s the Coffee Equivalent of a Mic Drop...

Crack open the can, take a sip, and boom—you’re awake, alert. It’s coffee on your terms. Chilled, ready-to-go, and with the same smoothness and taste that you get from all Ueshima coffee. 

Our canned coffees are a far cry from the sugary disasters you might pick up in an awful Motorway Service station in desperation. Crafted in our traditional Japanese way, they are smooth, flavourful and a lot lower in calories and sugar than alternative canned coffees. Our Iced Matcha Latte contains 86 calories per can while our Iced Latte contains only 75 calories per can. 

It's Always There When You Need It...

Road trip? Canned coffee. Summer picnic? Canned coffee. Early-morning hike or late-night party prep? You know the answer. Unlike that fancy café five miles away or sad looking instant coffee sachets in your hotel, our canned coffee shows up for you every time.

Here are just a few Summer-Ready Uses for Ueshima Canned Coffee

1. The Picnic Power-Up

Toss a few cans in your cooler alongside the sparkling water and sandwich wraps. After a lazy lunch in the sun, pop one open and bask in the beautiful pairing of caffeine and fresh air. Not to mention how well it goes down with chocolate covered strawberries, shortbread biscuits or with Japanese matcha cookies!

2. The Brunch Mixer Secret

Hosting brunch? Canned coffee is your secret ingredient. Pour it over ice with a splash of milk for a DIY iced latte bar. Or get creative: mix with Irish cream or coffee liqueur for a creamy brunch cocktail. Top with whipped cream and chocolate sprinkles if you’re feeling particularly decadent. 

3. The Beach-Day Boost

Sun. Sand. Caffeine. Enough said. Keep a stash of cold cans in your beach bag cooler or cool box and enjoy a mid-afternoon jolt without waiting in a line 10 people deep for iced anything.

4. The Backyard BBQ Twist

Elevate your BBQ cold drink game. Slide in a few varieties—maybe a smooth iced latte, a bold cold brew, and a mocha. They’re the perfect sip between burgers and games of twister. Also? Cold brew makes a killer marinade. Yep—add a splash to a spice rub or BBQ sauce for extra depth.

5. The Campfire Nightcap

Don’t underestimate canned coffee as a fireside companion. Want to keep the stories rolling past midnight? Pour a can of espresso brew into a mug, spike it with bourbon or rum, and toast to the stars.

6. The Poolside Pick-Me-Up

Midday slump while lounging in the sun? Reach into your cool box for an iced cold can on your lounger or even get a friend to chuck you one whilst you are floating on that flamingo blow up - they’re much easier to catch and harder to spill than an open glass Pina Colada! 

7. The Work-From-Anywhere Staple

No need to trudge back inside for refills and fire up the coffee machine before realising you have no ice left. A few cans in an outside mini-fridge or cool box keep your work-from-anywhere flow going without breaking the spell of your outdoor sanctuary. And let’s face it, you can’t really get away with a canned Gin & Tonic at work, even remotely. 

Final Sip: A Toast to Ueshima Canned Coffee

Here’s to the unsung hero of the season. Our humble canned coffee might not have latte art or a barista behind it, but it does what it promises—keeps you cool, caffeinated, and free to enjoy summer’s best moments without missing a beat.

So, the next time you’re packing for a picnic, prepping for a patio party, or just trying to make it through the mid-July heat with some dignity—don’t forget your trusty sidekick and grab one of our exceptional, ice cool canned coffees.

Stay cool. Stay caffeinated. You can, with an Ueshima iced ready to drink coffee. 

Oh and did we mention Ueshima INVENTED the canned coffee? That’s right. Read the story. OR That’s right.

Read more and shop our canned coffee >>> here.