How to Make Cold Brew

Making cold brew at home is surprisingly simple. All you need is coffee, water, time, and a few basic tools. Here's how to create your perfect batch.

What You'll Need

• Coarsely ground coffee (1 cup)
• Filtered water (4 cups)
• Large jar or pitcher
• Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
• 12-24 hours of patience

The Process

1. Combine: Mix coffee grounds with cold or room temperature water in your container
2. Steep: Cover and let sit at room temperature or in the fridge for 12-24 hours
3. Strain: Filter out the grounds using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
4. Dilute: The result is a concentrate - dilute with water or milk to taste
5. Enjoy: Serve over ice and customize with your favorite additions

Pro Tips

• Use a 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio for concentrate
• Coarse grind prevents over-extraction and bitterness
• Longer steeping (18-24 hours) = stronger flavor
• Store concentrate in the fridge for up to 2 weeks

Ready to level up your coffee game? Start brewing tonight and wake up to smooth, delicious cold brew tomorrow.