Description
This homemade cold brew coffee recipe offers a smooth, rich, and refreshing coffee concentrate made by steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold water for an extended time. Perfect for coffee lovers who enjoy a less acidic, chilled coffee option that can be tailored with milk, water, or sweeteners.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
- 4 cups cold water
- 1 cup medium to coarse ground coffee
Instructions
- Prepare the Coffee Grounds: In a large bowl or jar, pour 4 cups of cold water. Evenly sprinkle the 1 cup of medium to coarse ground coffee over the surface of the water, allowing it to bloom for about 30 to 60 seconds. Then gently stir to combine the coffee grounds with the water.
- Steep the Coffee: Cover the bowl or jar and transfer it to the refrigerator. Let the coffee steep for 12 to 14 hours to extract flavor slowly and develop a smooth, rich cold brew concentrate.
- Strain the Coffee: Line a mesh strainer with layered cheesecloth and place it over a large bowl or jar. Pour the steeped coffee through the strainer to filter out the grounds. For a smoother texture, strain the cold brew twice.
- Store and Serve: Keep the cold brew concentrate covered in the refrigerator, where it will stay fresh for up to two weeks. To serve, pour the concentrate over ice and dilute with your preferred ratio of water, milk, and optionally sweeten to taste.
Notes
- Use medium to coarse coffee grounds to prevent over-extraction and bitter flavors.
- Steeping times between 12 and 14 hours yield the best balance of flavor and strength; adjust based on taste preference.
- Double straining ensures a smooth, grit-free cold brew.
- Store cold brew concentrate in an airtight container to maintain freshness for up to two weeks.
- Customize your serving by adding milk, cream, sweeteners, or flavored syrups as desired.
