How to make Cold Brew Coffee at home?

Equipment

• 1 Brewing container
• 1 Grinder
• 1 Filter – fine mesh strainer, cheesecloth, paper filter, or built-in cold brew filter
• 1 Stirring spoon
• 1 Airtight storage container or bottle for finished brew

Ingredients

• 100 g coarsely ground coffee ((about 1 cup))
• 800 g (800 ml) filtered water at room temperature (Optional ratio: 1:8 for a ready-to-drink brew or 1:4 for a concentrate)

Instructions

Grind the coffee

1. Use a coarse grind, similar to raw sugar or sea salt. This prevents over-extraction during the long steeping process and helps with easier filtering.

Combine & stir

1. Add the coffee grounds to your brewing container. Pour in the filtered water and stir gently to saturate all the grounds.

Steep

1. Seal your container and let it sit: - At room temperature for 12–18 hours - In the fridge for up to 24 hours Longer steeping increases strength and depth of flavor.

Strain

1. Filter the coffee through a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth or paper filter. If using a cold brew maker with a built-in filter, simply decant.

Store & serve

1. Pour the strained coffee into a clean bottle or jar. Store in the fridge for up to 1 week.Serve over ice and dilute to taste with water, milk, or a splash of syrup.

Notes

• Grind Size: Coarse is crucial. Fine grinds lead to bitterness and cloudy brew.
• Equipment Tip: You can start with a basic jar and strainer, or upgrade to systems like Toddy, Hario Mizudashi, or Honour Cold Brew Maker for built-in filtration.
• Ratio Options: 1:8 for ready-to-drink
• 1:4 for concentrate (dilute 1:1 when serving)
• Flavor Additions: Add orange peel, cinnamon, or vanilla bean during steeping for custom infusions.