A method for rolling rolling stock, wherein a water-based cooling lubricant is applied to the rolling stock and/or to at least one roller which forms a roll gap, at least one water-soluble and tribologically active additive being added to the water-based cooling lubricant prior to application to the rolling stock and/or to the at least one roller.

A device for cooling rolled stock, preferably for cooling during cold rolling, including a nozzle for applying a cooling medium to the rolled stock, wherein a cooling chamber that is in fluid communication with the nozzle and extends substantially parallel to the strip running plane is provided for applying the cooling medium to the rolled stock.