How to make cold brewed coffee

My favorite method for making smooth tasting coffee. No fancy equipment required. It takes time but the elixir can be stored up to 5 days for instant gratification.

24
STEPS
INGREDIENTS

Gather supplies

Gather supplies

Put grounds then water into press pot.

Put grounds then water into press pot.

Wait 5 min to off-gas then stir to immerse all the grounds.

Wait 5 min to off-gas then stir to immerse all the grounds.

Cover and set aside on the counter and let it sit12-24 hrs. I make it after dinner at 7pm so it's ready the next morning at 7am.

Cover and set aside on the counter and let it sit12-24 hrs. I make it after dinner at 7pm so it's ready the next morning at 7am.

Press.

Press.

Pour. I do it slowly to keep the finer grinds from transferring. You could also pour through a second filter.

Pour. I do it slowly to keep the finer grinds from transferring. You could also pour through a second filter.

Store. In the fridge up to 5 days and it still won't taste bitter or stale.

Store. In the fridge up to 5 days and it still won't taste bitter or stale.

The brew is espresso strength. Enjoy cold over ice with milk or hot by adding boiling water or steamed milk.

  • 1.0c Fresh ground quality coffee
  • 1/2c Pure cold water
  • 1.0 French Press
  • 1.0 Wooden spoon ( or chopsticks)
  • 12.0 Hrs of time
  • 1.0 Glass jar with lid
The Conversation (0)