Cold BrewBeginner

Cold Brew Concentrate

Create smooth, low-acid cold brew concentrate perfect for hot summer days. This make-ahead method stays fresh for up to two weeks.

Prep: 10 min
Total: 720 min
8 servings
Cold Brew Concentrate

Overview

Cold brew represents the opposite end of the coffee spectrum from espresso - where patience replaces pressure to create a smooth, refreshing concentrate. This low-and-slow method uses time instead of heat to extract coffee's flavors, resulting in a naturally sweet, low-acid beverage.

The extended 12-24 hour steeping process extracts different compounds than hot brewing methods, producing a concentrate that's perfect for iced drinks, mixing with milk, or diluting to taste. Cold brew is forgiving, consistent, and ideal for batch preparation.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Grind Coffee Coarsely

Grind 200g of coffee beans to a very coarse consistency - similar to breadcrumbs.

Step 2: Combine Coffee and Water

Add ground coffee to jar. Pour room temperature water slowly, stirring to saturate all grounds.

Step 3: Steep for 12 Hours

Cover and steep at room temperature for 12 hours, or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.

Step 4: Strain and Store

Strain through fine mesh. Store concentrate in refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

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Equipment Needed

  • Large jar or cold brew maker
  • Coffee grinder
  • Digital scale
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Storage container

Ingredients

  • 200g coarsely ground coffee
  • 1.6L filtered water (room temperature)

Quick Stats

Method:Cold Brew
Difficulty:Beginner
Total Time:720 min
Servings:8

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