Cold brew coffee
Cold brew coffee may take time, but wow is it worth the effort!
Equipment
- 1 16oz mason jar alternatively, a drip coffee maker
- 2 coffee filter papers
- 1 large funnel
- 1 mug or glass
Ingredients
- 60 grams coffee beans
- 360 grams water
Instructions
- Combine 60 grams of coarsely ground coffee beans with 360 grams of cold water in a 16 oz. mason jar.
- Stir the mixture and let it stand in the fridge or at room temperature for 12-24 hours.
- When you are ready, line a large funnel with a coffee filter paper and place it over a large jug. Or you could use cheesecloth and a large strainer.
- Pour the cold brew coffee into the filter paper and leave to strain for an hour to remove the grounds.
- Once no more drips emerge from the funnel, remove it and throw away the filter paper (it can go into biodegradable recycling, or even onto the compost heap.)
- Re-line the funnel with a fresh filter paper and repeat the process – put the funnel into a fresh jug and pour the once-strained cold brew into the filter paper.
- Leave to stand for 10 minutes. You will now have perfectly filtered, grit free, coffee.
- If you brewed in the fridge go straight to the next step. But if you brewed at room temperature you need to chill it in the fridge for an hour.
- Depending on your preference, you can now drink it straight, or dilute with chilled water, milk or cream to taste.
- Relax and enjoy!
Notes
Top Tips
- Using a cold-brew dripper coffee maker can make it easier to make cold brew coffee at home. Drippers slowly drip cold water over a bed of coffee grounds. The result is a smooth and flavorful cup of cold brew. And all with little fuss.
- Try to avoid using instant coffee powders to make your cold-brew coffee. Instant coffee is designed for hot brewing. Cold brewing instant coffee fails to extract enough flavor.
- The most convenient cold brew comes from canned store-bought brands. These are ideal when you want to enjoy cold brew without waiting. But like any fast-food type of experience, you cannot beat the homemade version using fresh coarse ground coffee that you’ve chosen specially for its flavor.
- You can flavor cold brew pretty any way you want. Check out Starbucks menu for ideas and inspiration. Why not try your favorite flavored syrups, spices, or even mashed fruit.
- The coffee beans you use will have the biggest impact on flavor, so be sure to choose a high-quality bean that you enjoy. Only use them as fresh as you can. The grind size is vital – coarsely grind the beans to prevent over-extraction during the brewing process.
Mistakes to avoid
- Remember, the coffee to water ratio is important. Brewed at 1:6 (coffee to water) or less is a concentrate, you need to add chilled water, milk or cream. While 1:8 upwards cold brew coffee is drinkable as it is. Depending on how strong you like your coffee.
- Concentrated cold brew needs careful dilution – too much water or milk or cream results in something you will pour away. It’s better to add a little and taste until you get the coffee that suits you.
- If you grind the beans too fine, they will over-extract during the brewing process and produce a bitter cup of coffee. Be sure to use a coarse grind setting on your grinder to avoid this issue (aim for chunks the size of coarse sea salt.
- Making too little cold brew coffee is also a mistake that people often make. It can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, so it's worth making a large batch at a time. That way, it’s always on hand when you want it.
Nutrition
Sodium: 18mgCalcium: 11mg
Nutritional Disclaimer
All nutritional information is an estimate only, based on third-party calculations derived from an online nutritional calculator, Spoonacular API. The data provided is a courtesy and should not be considered a guarantee or fact. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients and brands you use, your measuring methods and portion sizes. For accurate results, we recommend that you calculate the nutritional information yourself, using a preferred nutritional calculator or advice from a nutritionist, based on your ingredients and individual processes.
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