Have you tried cold brew coffee? It is as refreshing as iced coffee. In fact, I find it much more pleasing than due to the watering-down effect of iced coffee. Cold brew coffee is smooth, sweet, and packs a much bigger flavor profile than iced coffee.
It is really super easy to make at home, so I want to share some essentials for smooth, delicious cold brew coffee that's just as good or better than your favorite café. The best part is, you can make it in small or large batches and keep in the refrigerator for up to a week at a time, and have it every day!!
Here is a detailed recipe for making a large batch of cold brew coffee feel free to scale up by doubling or even tripling the below ingredients:
Ingredients:
12 ounces coarsely ground coffee beans
32 ounces cold water
A large mason jar or container with a lid
A coffee filter
A pitcher or glasses
Instructions:
Grind the coffee beans on a coarse setting.
Add the coffee grounds to the large mason jar or container.
Pour the cold water over the coffee grounds.
Stir to combine.
Cover the container and let it steep in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours.
After the coffee has steeped, strain it through a coffee filter into a pitcher or glasses.
Enjoy your cold brew coffee!
Here are some tips for making the perfect cold brew coffee:
Use fresh, cold water.
Use coarsely ground coffee beans.
Let the coffee steep for at least 12 hours, but no longer than 24 hours.
Strain the coffee thoroughly to remove all of the grounds.
Store the cold brew coffee in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
You can also experiment with different types of coffee beans and brewing times to find your perfect cold brew coffee. Enjoy!
Coffee to water ratio:
The general rule of thumb for cold brew coffee is to use a 1:4 ratio of coffee to water. This means that for every 1 ounce of coffee grounds, you would use 4 ounces of water. However, you can adjust this ratio to taste. If you like your coffee stronger, you can use a 1:3 ratio. If you like it weaker, you can use a 1:5 ratio.
How to store cold brew coffee:
Cold brew coffee can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To store it, simply pour it into an airtight container and put it in the fridge. When you're ready to drink it, simply pour it over ice and enjoy!
How to make cold brew coffee concentrate:
If you want to make a large batch of cold brew coffee that you can enjoy throughout the week, you can make a concentrate. To do this, simply double or triple the amount of coffee grounds and water in the recipe. Then, let the coffee steep for 12-24 hours, just as you would with a regular batch of cold brew coffee. Once the coffee has steeped, strain it and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. To enjoy, simply dilute the concentrate with water or milk to taste.