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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa158.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/guide-to-cold-brew\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/guide-to-cold-brew\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/guide-to-cold-brew","crawl_time":1774635059,"first_indexed_time":1674783684,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,counterculturecoffee!\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/guide-to-cold-brew s443","src_root_hash":"14901945868878832558","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Guide To Cold Brew – Counter Culture Coffee","meta_descriptions":["In the world of specialty coffee, sometimes you need to slow it down to speed it up — excellent coffee requires patience. For cold brew, you prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. So let’s discuss how to make your cold brew as sweet, refreshing, and delicious as possible."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"In the world of specialty coffee, sometimes you need to slow it down to speed it up. Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that\nnew bag of coffee\na chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience.\nNowhere is this more evident than when making cold brew. You prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. And wait. When you get the brew right, though, wow is it worth it! If you need your cold coffee ASAP,\nflash brew\nis what you are looking for. So let’s discuss how to make your\ncold brew\nas sweet, refreshing, and delicious as possible.\nCold Brew Equipment\nLet’s start with the\nbrewing equipment.\n You don’t need to splurge here—any sealable vessel you can stash in the fridge overnight will be fine as a brewer. \nSome people opt for a mason jar but\n we also like the\nToddy Cold Brew System\nand the\nHario Mizudashi\n. Either work!\nSanitize Your Brewing Equipment\nOne often overlooked preparation step is sanitizing your brewing equipment. Bacteria thrive in sugar-dense foods like coffee, and you definitely don’t want to give them easy access to your brew. Make sure you thoroughly clean your jars, brewers, and filters before starting the process.\nWater To Coffee Ratio\nAnd as with all brew methods, you’ll need a\nfixed brew ratio\nto achieve consistently tasty results with your cold brew. We prefer a \n1:8 ratio\n—1 gram of coffee for every 8 grams of water and then diluting as your final step. To make a liter in the fridge, you should be looking at around 125g of coffee. If you prefer much stronger brews, you can go down to a 1:4.5 brew ratio. \nTwo 12 oz Single-Origin Bags\nSingle-Origin Subscription - Two Bags\n$39\n$49\nOur Best-Selling Subscription\nMORE DETAILS\nYou can also use a \n1:11 ratio in and not dilute at the end depending on your brewing device. \nGrinding Coffee For Cold Brew\nAs always, we recommend using an\nadjustable burr grinder.\n Your grind should be \nmedium-coarse\n. A lot of folks go as coarse as their grinder will allow, but that’s really not necessary. We suggest something just a bit coarser than you’d use for a standard\npour-over\n. On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most coarse), we recommend a seven or so. One of the toughest things about making cold brew sweet and balanced is pulling out enough of the sugars to avoid sourness. Using a slightly finer grind than is traditionally recommended for this method should help you get there!\nBrew Time\nOnce you have the perfect grind, it's time to add the coffee to your brewing vessel and then the water. Be sure all of the coffee is wet. It’s pretty common for the coffee to look wet from the outside, but have dry pockets on the inside. To avoid this, you can stir with a spoon as you pour.\nBrew time depends on a few factors (temperature and grind size, for example), but \n14 hours\n is a good place to start. No matter how long you brew, it should always take place in the fridge. To limit the potential for bacteria growth, a\ncold\ncold brew is the way to go!\nFiltering Your Cold Brew\nAfter brewing, it’s time to filter. If you are using a device like the Hario Mizudashi, you won't need to worry about an extra step for filtering. Just remove the filter basket with the used grounds. If you are using a Mason jar, you need to filter out your grounds as the final step.\nDepending on your texture preference, your method of filtration will vary. For a cold brew with more flavor clarity and freshness, use a paper filter. You’ll remove a lot of the solids from the liquid. If you prefer a cold brew with more texture and weight, use a cheesecloth or fiber filter like you’d use with a Toddy system. This will let more solids and oils through, and deliver something with a little more oomph.\nDiluting The Cold Brew Concentrate\nSo far, what we’ve made is a \nconcentrate\n. Drinking that will taste a little like motor oil mixed with jet fuel—sample that at your own risk! Diluting the concentrate is the final step. Most people prefer to drink cold brew with a \nconcentrate-to-water ratio between 2:1 and 1:1\n. If you like stronger coffee, use the 2:1 dilution ratio. We prefer a little less intense, so we would go with 1:1. That yields a final brew familiar to most folks.\nAnd you’re done!\nCompost those grounds\nand clean your brewing equipment thoroughly so it’s ready for the next time. 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Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/pages\/counter-culture-quiz \"Coffee quiz\") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience.\n\nIn the world of specialty coffee, sometimes you need to slow it down to speed it up. Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/pages\/counter-culture-quiz \"Coffee quiz\") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience.\n\nNowhere is this more evident than when making cold brew. You prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. And wait. When you get the brew right, though, wow is it worth it! If you need your cold coffee ASAP, [flash brew](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blog\/guide-to-flash-brew \"Guide to flash brew\") is what you are looking for. So let’s discuss how to make your [cold brew](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/pages\/cold-brew \"Cold brew guide\") as sweet, refreshing, and delicious as possible.\n\n# ![Close up of a glass of iced cold brew next to a bowl of peaches and a plant.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_122_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263720)Cold Brew Equipment\nLet’s start with the [brewing equipment.](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/staff-recommendations \"Counter Culture Coffee Staff Recommendation\") You don’t need to splurge here—any sealable vessel you can stash in the fridge overnight will be fine as a brewer. Some people opt for a mason jar but we also like the [Toddy Cold Brew System](https:\/\/toddycafe.com\/product\/toddy-cold-brew-system \"Toddy Cold Brew System\") and the [Hario Mizudashi](https:\/\/www.hario-usa.com\/products\/mizudashi-cold-brew-coffee-pot \"\\\"Mizudashi\\\" (Cold Brew) Coffee Maker\"). Either work\\!\n\n## Sanitize Your Brewing Equipment\nOne often overlooked preparation step is sanitizing your brewing equipment. Bacteria thrive in sugar-dense foods like coffee, and you definitely don’t want to give them easy access to your brew. Make sure you thoroughly clean your jars, brewers, and filters before starting the process.\n\n![Photo of cold brew being poured into a glass with ice.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_121_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263784)\n\n# Water To Coffee Ratio\nAnd as with all brew methods, you’ll need a [fixed brew ratio](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/coffee-basics-brewing-ratios \"Coffee Basics: Brewing Ratios\") to achieve consistently tasty results with your cold brew. We prefer a **1:8 ratio**—1 gram of coffee for every 8 grams of water and then diluting as your final step. To make a liter in the fridge, you should be looking at around 125g of coffee. If you prefer much stronger brews, you can go down to a 1:4.5 brew ratio.\n\n![Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1600'%20height='900'%3E%3Crect%20width='100%25'%20height='100%25'%20opacity='0'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nTwo 12 oz Single-Origin Bags\n\n### Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags\n\\$39\n\n\\$49\n\nOur Best-Selling Subscription\n\n[MORE DETAILS](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/products\/single-origin-subscription-two-bags-2)\n\nYou can also use a 1:11 ratio in and not dilute at the end depending on your brewing device.\n\n# Grinding Coffee For Cold Brew\n![Photo of coffee ground for cold brew.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_120_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263666)\n\nAs always, we recommend using an [adjustable burr grinder.](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/brewing-better-coffee-at-home \"Coffee Basics: Brewing Better Coffee At Home\") Your grind should be **medium-coarse**. A lot of folks go as coarse as their grinder will allow, but that’s really not necessary. We suggest something just a bit coarser than you’d use for a standard [pour-over](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/guide-to-pour-over-coffee \"Guide To Pour-Over Coffee\"). On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most coarse), we recommend a seven or so. One of the toughest things about making cold brew sweet and balanced is pulling out enough of the sugars to avoid sourness. Using a slightly finer grind than is traditionally recommended for this method should help you get there\\!\n\n# Brew Time\nOnce you have the perfect grind, it's time to add the coffee to your brewing vessel and then the water. Be sure all of the coffee is wet. It’s pretty common for the coffee to look wet from the outside, but have dry pockets on the inside. To avoid this, you can stir with a spoon as you pour.\n\nBrew time depends on a few factors (temperature and grind size, for example), but **14 hours** is a good place to start. No matter how long you brew, it should always take place in the fridge. To limit the potential for bacteria growth, a *cold* cold brew is the way to go\\!\n\n# Filtering Your Cold Brew\nAfter brewing, it’s time to filter. If you are using a device like the Hario Mizudashi, you won't need to worry about an extra step for filtering. Just remove the filter basket with the used grounds. If you are using a Mason jar, you need to filter out your grounds as the final step.\n\nDepending on your texture preference, your method of filtration will vary. For a cold brew with more flavor clarity and freshness, use a paper filter. You’ll remove a lot of the solids from the liquid. If you prefer a cold brew with more texture and weight, use a cheesecloth or fiber filter like you’d use with a Toddy system. This will let more solids and oils through, and deliver something with a little more oomph.\n\n# ![Photo of a carafe of cold brew next to a glass of iced coffee on a counter. Beside them are a book with peaches stacked on top.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_236_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674264009)\n# Diluting The Cold Brew Concentrate\nSo far, what we’ve made is a **concentrate**. Drinking that will taste a little like motor oil mixed with jet fuel—sample that at your own risk! Diluting the concentrate is the final step. Most people prefer to drink cold brew with a **concentrate-to-water ratio between 2:1 and 1:1**. If you like stronger coffee, use the 2:1 dilution ratio. We prefer a little less intense, so we would go with 1:1. That yields a final brew familiar to most folks.\n\nAnd you’re done! 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Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/pages\/counter-culture-quiz \"Coffee quiz\") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience.\n\nNowhere is this more evident than when making cold brew. You prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. And wait. When you get the brew right, though, wow is it worth it! If you need your cold coffee ASAP, [flash brew](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blog\/guide-to-flash-brew \"Guide to flash brew\") is what you are looking for. So let’s discuss how to make your [cold brew](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/pages\/cold-brew \"Cold brew guide\") as sweet, refreshing, and delicious as possible.\n\n## ![Close up of a glass of iced cold brew next to a bowl of peaches and a plant.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_122_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263720)Cold Brew Equipment\nLet’s start with the [brewing equipment.](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/staff-recommendations \"Counter Culture Coffee Staff Recommendation\") You don’t need to splurge here—any sealable vessel you can stash in the fridge overnight will be fine as a brewer. Some people opt for a mason jar but we also like the [Toddy Cold Brew System](https:\/\/toddycafe.com\/product\/toddy-cold-brew-system \"Toddy Cold Brew System\") and the [Hario Mizudashi](https:\/\/www.hario-usa.com\/products\/mizudashi-cold-brew-coffee-pot \"\\\"Mizudashi\\\" (Cold Brew) Coffee Maker\"). Either work\\!\n\n## Sanitize Your Brewing Equipment\nOne often overlooked preparation step is sanitizing your brewing equipment. Bacteria thrive in sugar-dense foods like coffee, and you definitely don’t want to give them easy access to your brew. Make sure you thoroughly clean your jars, brewers, and filters before starting the process.\n\n![Photo of cold brew being poured into a glass with ice.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_121_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263784)\n\n## Water To Coffee Ratio\nAnd as with all brew methods, you’ll need a [fixed brew ratio](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/coffee-basics-brewing-ratios \"Coffee Basics: Brewing Ratios\") to achieve consistently tasty results with your cold brew. We prefer a **1:8 ratio**—1 gram of coffee for every 8 grams of water and then diluting as your final step. To make a liter in the fridge, you should be looking at around 125g of coffee. If you prefer much stronger brews, you can go down to a 1:4.5 brew ratio.\n\n![Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20width='1600'%20height='900'%3E%3Crect%20width='100%25'%20height='100%25'%20opacity='0'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\nTwo 12 oz Single-Origin Bags\n\n### Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags\n\\$39\n\n\\$49\n\nOur Best-Selling Subscription\n\n[MORE DETAILS](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/products\/single-origin-subscription-two-bags-2)\n\nYou can also use a 1:11 ratio in and not dilute at the end depending on your brewing device.\n\n## Grinding Coffee For Cold Brew\n![Photo of coffee ground for cold brew.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_120_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263666)\n\nAs always, we recommend using an [adjustable burr grinder.](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/brewing-better-coffee-at-home \"Coffee Basics: Brewing Better Coffee At Home\") Your grind should be **medium-coarse**. A lot of folks go as coarse as their grinder will allow, but that’s really not necessary. We suggest something just a bit coarser than you’d use for a standard [pour-over](https:\/\/counterculturecoffee.com\/blogs\/counter-culture-coffee\/guide-to-pour-over-coffee \"Guide To Pour-Over Coffee\"). On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most coarse), we recommend a seven or so. One of the toughest things about making cold brew sweet and balanced is pulling out enough of the sugars to avoid sourness. Using a slightly finer grind than is traditionally recommended for this method should help you get there\\!\n\n## Brew Time\nOnce you have the perfect grind, it's time to add the coffee to your brewing vessel and then the water. Be sure all of the coffee is wet. It’s pretty common for the coffee to look wet from the outside, but have dry pockets on the inside. To avoid this, you can stir with a spoon as you pour.\n\nBrew time depends on a few factors (temperature and grind size, for example), but **14 hours** is a good place to start. No matter how long you brew, it should always take place in the fridge. To limit the potential for bacteria growth, a *cold* cold brew is the way to go\\!\n\n## Filtering Your Cold Brew\nAfter brewing, it’s time to filter. If you are using a device like the Hario Mizudashi, you won't need to worry about an extra step for filtering. Just remove the filter basket with the used grounds. If you are using a Mason jar, you need to filter out your grounds as the final step.\n\nDepending on your texture preference, your method of filtration will vary. For a cold brew with more flavor clarity and freshness, use a paper filter. You’ll remove a lot of the solids from the liquid. If you prefer a cold brew with more texture and weight, use a cheesecloth or fiber filter like you’d use with a Toddy system. This will let more solids and oils through, and deliver something with a little more oomph.\n\n## ![Photo of a carafe of cold brew next to a glass of iced coffee on a counter. Beside them are a book with peaches stacked on top.](https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0249\/4283\/7837\/files\/Blog_Image_Option_236_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674264009)\n## Diluting The Cold Brew Concentrate\nSo far, what we’ve made is a **concentrate**. Drinking that will taste a little like motor oil mixed with jet fuel—sample that at your own risk! Diluting the concentrate is the final step. Most people prefer to drink cold brew with a **concentrate-to-water ratio between 2:1 and 1:1**. If you like stronger coffee, use the 2:1 dilution ratio. We prefer a little less intense, so we would go with 1:1. That yields a final brew familiar to most folks.\n\nAnd you’re done! 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Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https://counterculturecoffee.com/pages/counter-culture-quiz "Coffee quiz") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience. In the world of specialty coffee, sometimes you need to slow it down to speed it up. Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https://counterculturecoffee.com/pages/counter-culture-quiz "Coffee quiz") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience. Nowhere is this more evident than when making cold brew. You prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. And wait. When you get the brew right, though, wow is it worth it! 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A lot of folks go as coarse as their grinder will allow, but that’s really not necessary. We suggest something just a bit coarser than you’d use for a standard [pour-over](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/guide-to-pour-over-coffee "Guide To Pour-Over Coffee"). On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most coarse), we recommend a seven or so. One of the toughest things about making cold brew sweet and balanced is pulling out enough of the sugars to avoid sourness. Using a slightly finer grind than is traditionally recommended for this method should help you get there\! # Brew Time Once you have the perfect grind, it's time to add the coffee to your brewing vessel and then the water. Be sure all of the coffee is wet. It’s pretty common for the coffee to look wet from the outside, but have dry pockets on the inside. To avoid this, you can stir with a spoon as you pour. Brew time depends on a few factors (temperature and grind size, for example), but 14 hours is a good place to start. No matter how long you brew, it should always take place in the fridge. To limit the potential for bacteria growth, a cold cold brew is the way to go\! # Filtering Your Cold Brew After brewing, it’s time to filter. If you are using a device like the Hario Mizudashi, you won't need to worry about an extra step for filtering. Just remove the filter basket with the used grounds. If you are using a Mason jar, you need to filter out your grounds as the final step. Depending on your texture preference, your method of filtration will vary. For a cold brew with more flavor clarity and freshness, use a paper filter. You’ll remove a lot of the solids from the liquid. If you prefer a cold brew with more texture and weight, use a cheesecloth or fiber filter like you’d use with a Toddy system. 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Readable Markdown	In the world of specialty coffee, sometimes you need to slow it down to speed it up. Whether you’re taking the time to carefully measure your beans, waiting for the water to boil, or just giving that [new bag of coffee](https://counterculturecoffee.com/pages/counter-culture-quiz "Coffee quiz") a chance to rest before grinding—excellent coffee requires patience. Nowhere is this more evident than when making cold brew. You prepare your tools, carefully measure and weigh, pour on the water, and then you wait. And wait. When you get the brew right, though, wow is it worth it! If you need your cold coffee ASAP, [flash brew](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blog/guide-to-flash-brew "Guide to flash brew") is what you are looking for. So let’s discuss how to make your [cold brew](https://counterculturecoffee.com/pages/cold-brew "Cold brew guide") as sweet, refreshing, and delicious as possible. ## ![Close up of a glass of iced cold brew next to a bowl of peaches and a plant.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0249/4283/7837/files/Blog_Image_Option_122_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263720)Cold Brew Equipment Let’s start with the [brewing equipment.](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/staff-recommendations "Counter Culture Coffee Staff Recommendation") You don’t need to splurge here—any sealable vessel you can stash in the fridge overnight will be fine as a brewer. Some people opt for a mason jar but we also like the [Toddy Cold Brew System](https://toddycafe.com/product/toddy-cold-brew-system "Toddy Cold Brew System") and the [Hario Mizudashi](https://www.hario-usa.com/products/mizudashi-cold-brew-coffee-pot "\"Mizudashi\" (Cold Brew) Coffee Maker"). Either work\! ## Sanitize Your Brewing Equipment One often overlooked preparation step is sanitizing your brewing equipment. Bacteria thrive in sugar-dense foods like coffee, and you definitely don’t want to give them easy access to your brew. Make sure you thoroughly clean your jars, brewers, and filters before starting the process. ![Photo of cold brew being poured into a glass with ice.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0249/4283/7837/files/Blog_Image_Option_121_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263784) ## Water To Coffee Ratio And as with all brew methods, you’ll need a [fixed brew ratio](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/coffee-basics-brewing-ratios "Coffee Basics: Brewing Ratios") to achieve consistently tasty results with your cold brew. We prefer a 1:8 ratio—1 gram of coffee for every 8 grams of water and then diluting as your final step. To make a liter in the fridge, you should be looking at around 125g of coffee. If you prefer much stronger brews, you can go down to a 1:4.5 brew ratio. ![Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20width='1600'%20height='900'%3E%3Crect%20width='100%25'%20height='100%25'%20opacity='0'/%3E%3C/svg%3E) Two 12 oz Single-Origin Bags ### Single-Origin Subscription - Two Bags \$39 \$49 Our Best-Selling Subscription [MORE DETAILS](https://counterculturecoffee.com/products/single-origin-subscription-two-bags-2) You can also use a 1:11 ratio in and not dilute at the end depending on your brewing device. ## Grinding Coffee For Cold Brew ![Photo of coffee ground for cold brew.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0249/4283/7837/files/Blog_Image_Option_120_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674263666) As always, we recommend using an [adjustable burr grinder.](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/brewing-better-coffee-at-home "Coffee Basics: Brewing Better Coffee At Home") Your grind should be medium-coarse. A lot of folks go as coarse as their grinder will allow, but that’s really not necessary. We suggest something just a bit coarser than you’d use for a standard [pour-over](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/guide-to-pour-over-coffee "Guide To Pour-Over Coffee"). On a scale of 1-10 (10 being the most coarse), we recommend a seven or so. One of the toughest things about making cold brew sweet and balanced is pulling out enough of the sugars to avoid sourness. Using a slightly finer grind than is traditionally recommended for this method should help you get there\! ## Brew Time Once you have the perfect grind, it's time to add the coffee to your brewing vessel and then the water. Be sure all of the coffee is wet. It’s pretty common for the coffee to look wet from the outside, but have dry pockets on the inside. To avoid this, you can stir with a spoon as you pour. Brew time depends on a few factors (temperature and grind size, for example), but 14 hours is a good place to start. No matter how long you brew, it should always take place in the fridge. To limit the potential for bacteria growth, a cold cold brew is the way to go\! ## Filtering Your Cold Brew After brewing, it’s time to filter. If you are using a device like the Hario Mizudashi, you won't need to worry about an extra step for filtering. Just remove the filter basket with the used grounds. If you are using a Mason jar, you need to filter out your grounds as the final step. Depending on your texture preference, your method of filtration will vary. For a cold brew with more flavor clarity and freshness, use a paper filter. You’ll remove a lot of the solids from the liquid. If you prefer a cold brew with more texture and weight, use a cheesecloth or fiber filter like you’d use with a Toddy system. This will let more solids and oils through, and deliver something with a little more oomph. ## ![Photo of a carafe of cold brew next to a glass of iced coffee on a counter. Beside them are a book with peaches stacked on top.](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0249/4283/7837/files/Blog_Image_Option_236_1024x1024.jpg?v=1674264009) ## Diluting The Cold Brew Concentrate So far, what we’ve made is a concentrate. Drinking that will taste a little like motor oil mixed with jet fuel—sample that at your own risk! Diluting the concentrate is the final step. Most people prefer to drink cold brew with a concentrate-to-water ratio between 2:1 and 1:1. If you like stronger coffee, use the 2:1 dilution ratio. We prefer a little less intense, so we would go with 1:1. That yields a final brew familiar to most folks. And you’re done! [Compost those grounds](https://counterculturecoffee.com/blogs/counter-culture-coffee/tips-to-reduce-your-coffees-carbon-footprint "Tips To Reduce Your Coffee's Carbon Footprint") and clean your brewing equipment thoroughly so it’s ready for the next time. Happy brewing and let us know how it goes\!
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