Making cold brew coffee is super simple—it just takes time instead of heat. Here’s a reliable way to do it at home:
🧊 Basic Cold Brew Recipe
What you need:
- Coarsely ground coffee (important!)
- Cold or room temperature water
- A jar, pitcher, or French press
- A filter (coffee filter, cheesecloth, or fine strainer)
☕ Steps
- Mix coffee and water
Use a ratio of about 1:4 (strong concentrate) or 1:8 (ready-to-drink)- Example: 1 cup coffee + 4 cups water (for concentrate)
- Stir gently
Make sure all the grounds are wet. - Let it steep
Cover and leave it at room temp or in the fridge for 12–24 hours- 12 hours = lighter
- 18–24 hours = stronger, smoother
- Strain it
Filter out the grounds using your filter setup. - Serve
- Dilute concentrate with water or milk (about 1:1)
- Add ice, sweetener, or flavors if you like
💡 Tips
- Use coarse grind (like for French press) to avoid bitterness
- Store in the fridge for up to 1 week
- Try adding vanilla, cinnamon, or flavored syrups