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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa193.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://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/","crawl_time":1775894469,"first_indexed_time":1587237989,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"co,madaboutfood!\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/ s443","src_root_hash":"11728700552400834193","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Cold Brew Coffee Recipe - The Perfect Cold Brew Ratio","meta_descriptions":["Use this Cold Brew Coffee Recipe to make cold brew coffee at home. Use this cold brew ratio to make delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Use this\nCold Brew Coffee Recipe\nto make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home.\nMake-ahead\nBeginner-friendly\nYou’ll Learn:\nThe cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes\nWorth It:\nIt’s a money and time saver\nBonus:\nHomemade syrup recipes\nWhy you’ll love this recipe\nSave money\n– As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money.\nDelicious coffee at home\n– Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge.\nSwitch up your routine\n– Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different.\nHow is it different from Iced Coffee?\nTraditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled.\nThe term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.\nDue to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews.\nKitchen Tools\nThere are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee.\nI highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed\nthis one\nfrom amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters.\nUsing this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted!\nIf you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee.\nYou can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours.\nThen push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result.\nServing Suggestions\nOnce your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this\ncaramel brulee latte syrup\n.\nThis cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with\noven baked starbucks egg bites\nor\npotato cheddar chive bakes\nfor a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these\nsmall batch banana muffins\n,\ncranberry orange muffins\nor these\ncoffee cake muffins\n.\ningredients\nCoarsely ground coffee beans\n– Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans.\nWater\n– I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences.\nFAQs\nWhat is the best coffee?\nDark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite!\nHow should I grind the beans?\nI have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter.\nWhat is the proper cold brew ratio?\nFor this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference.\nDoes it taste different?\nCold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth.\nHow do I make cold brew concentrate?\nUse less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving.\nHow do you make cold brew coffee?\nStep 1: Grind the beans\nFirst, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe.\nStep 2: Combine with water\nThen, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher.\nUse a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water.\nIf using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly.\nStep 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator\nNext, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter.\nThe longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48.\nStep 4: Filter the coffee\nFinally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator.\nIf you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out.\nhow to dilute\nSome cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor.\nIf you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water.\nStorage and Freezing\nOnce prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage.\nThen I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch.\nIf you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee.\nCheck out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew!\nYou can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on\nInstagram\n!\nEmail Recipe for Later\nServings:\n4\nservings\n▢\n4\ncups\nfiltered water\n▢\n12\ntbsp\ncoarsley ground coffee\nCold Brew Pitcher Instructions\nAdd coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher\nScrew the filter column into the lid of the pitcher\nRun this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet\nAdd 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher\nPlace the filter column\/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut\nBrew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\nTransfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator\nMason Jar Instructions\nAdd ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar\nGently stir the mixture\nScrew the lid to the jar on tightly\nAllow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\nPour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter\nStore in the refrigerator in a glass jar\nIf you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener.\nSodium:\n12\nmg\n(1%)\n,\nCalcium:\n7\nmg\n(1%)\nThis website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.","attrs_markdown":"[Download a FREE E-Book with 20 Easy Weeknight Dinners](https:\/\/madaboutfood.kit.com\/9eab45408d)\n\n- [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n- [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mad_about_food\/)\n- [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/mad_about_food\/)\n- [YouTube](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCyiUTHYUSCqc69MRPX3v0tw)\n- [TikTok](https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@mad_about_food?lang=en)\n\n[About](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/about\/)\n\n[Lifestyle](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/lifestyle\/)\n\n[Favorite Products](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/shop\/mad_about_food)\n\n[Contact](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/contact\/)\n\n[![Mad About Food](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/logo.svg)](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n\n- [All Recipes](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/)\n- [High Protein](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/high-protein\/)\n- [Slow Cooker](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/slow-cooker\/)\n- [Soups, Stews and Chilis](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/soups\/)\n- [Meal Prep](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/meal-prep\/)\n- - [Facebook](https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n  - [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mad_about_food\/)\n  - [Pinterest](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/mad_about_food\/)\n  - [YouTube](https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/channel\/UCyiUTHYUSCqc69MRPX3v0tw)\n  - [TikTok](https:\/\/www.tiktok.com\/@mad_about_food?lang=en)\n\n[Search]()\n\n![](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/asterisk.svg)\n\nTrending:\n\n[High Protein](http:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/high-protein\/)\n\n[Slow Cooker](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/slow-cooker\/)\n\n[Soups](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/soups\/)\n\n[30 Minute Meals](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/30-minute-meals\/)\n\n[One Pan](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/one-pan-meal\/)\n\n[Meal Prep](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/meal-prep\/)\n\n[Home](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/) \/ [Recipes](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/category\/recipes\/)\n\n# Cold Brew Coffee Recipe\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#recipe)\n\n**By:** [Madeline Tague](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/about\/)\n\nUpdated:\n\nApril 29, 2024\n\nThis site may contain affiliate links. Please read my [disclosure policy](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/privacy-policy\/).\n\nUse this **Cold Brew Coffee Recipe** to make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home.\n\n![Side view of a cream pouring into a glass of iced cold brew coffee](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.49-scaled.jpg)\n\nMake-ahead\n\nBeginner-friendly\n\n**You’ll Learn:** The cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes\n\n**Worth It:** It’s a money and time saver\n\n**Bonus:** Homemade syrup recipes\n\n![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.49-768x1024.jpg)\n## Why you’ll love this recipe\n- **Save money** – As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money.\n- **Delicious coffee at home** – Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge.\n- **Switch up your routine** – Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different.\n## How is it different from Iced Coffee?\nTraditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled.\n\nThe term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.\n\nDue to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews.\n\n![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.20.23-768x1024.jpg)\n## Kitchen Tools\nThere are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee.\n\nI highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed [this one](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bmo2P4) from amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters.\n\nUsing this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted\\!\n\nIf you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee.\n\nYou can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours.\n\nThen push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result.\n\n## Serving Suggestions\nOnce your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this [caramel brulee latte syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/caramel-brulee-latte-syrup\/).\n\nThis cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with [oven baked starbucks egg bites](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/oven-baked-starbucks-egg-bites\/) or [potato cheddar chive bakes](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/potato-cheddar-chive-bakes-starbucks-copycat\/) for a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these [small batch banana muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/small-batch-banana-muffins\/), [cranberry orange muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cranberry-orange-muffins\/) or these [coffee cake muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/coffee-cake-muffins\/).\n\n![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.28.34-768x1024.jpg)\n## ingredients\n- **Coarsely ground coffee beans** – Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans.\n- **Water** – I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences.\n## FAQs\n### What is the best coffee?\nDark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite\\!\n\n### How should I grind the beans?\nI have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter.\n\n### What is the proper cold brew ratio?\nFor this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference.\n\n### Does it taste different?\nCold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth.\n\n### How do I make cold brew concentrate?\nUse less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving.\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.38-768x1024.jpg)\n## How do you make cold brew coffee?\n#### Step 1: Grind the beans\nFirst, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe.\n\n#### Step 2: Combine with water\nThen, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher.\n\nUse a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water.\n\nIf using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly.\n\n#### Step 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator\nNext, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter.\n\nThe longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48.\n\n#### Step 4: Filter the coffee\nFinally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator.\n\nIf you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out.\n\n## how to dilute\nSome cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor.\n\nIf you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water.\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.32.04-768x1024.jpg)\n## Storage and Freezing\nOnce prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage.\n\nThen I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch.\n\nIf you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee.\n\n## Check out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew\\!\n- [Peppermint Mocha Syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/peppermint-mocha-latte-syrup\/)\n- [Sugar Cookie Latte Syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/sugar-cookie-latte-syrup\/)\n- [Pumpkin Spice Latte Syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/pumpkin-spice-latte-syrup\/)\n- [Gingerbread Latte Syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/gingerbread-latte-syrup\/)\n#### You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on [Instagram\\!](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mad_about_food\/)\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20576%20512'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/hand-holding-heart-light.svg)\n\nYou can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mad_about_food\/)\\!\n\n![](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20145%20139'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/emblem-light.svg)\n\nEmail Recipe for Later\n\n![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C\/svg%3E)\n\n![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.28.34-scaled.jpg)\n\n## Recipe\n### Cold Brew Coffee Recipe\n\n5 from 5 votes\n\nLearn how to make cold brew coffee at home so you can save some money, but still drink delicious cold brew coffee\\!\n\nRecipe By: [Madeline Tague](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/about\/)\n\nPrep: 10 minutes minutes\n\nCook: 1 day day\n\n[Print](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wprm_print\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe)\n\n[Review](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#respond)\n\n[Pin It](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmadaboutfood.co%2Fcold-brew-coffee-recipe%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmadaboutfood.co%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F04%2F2021-04-09-12.28.34-scaled.jpg&description=Cold+Brew+Coffee+Recipe&is_video=false)\n\n[Save](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/)\n\n[Saved\\!](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/)\n\nServings: 4 servings\n\n1x\n\n2x\n\n3x\n\n### Ingredients\n- ▢\n  4 cups filtered water\n- ▢\n  12 tbsp coarsley ground coffee\n\n### Instructions\n#### Cold Brew Pitcher Instructions\n- Add coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher\n- Screw the filter column into the lid of the pitcher\n- Run this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet\n- Add 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher\n- Place the filter column\/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut\n- Brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\n- Transfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator\n\n#### Mason Jar Instructions\n- Add ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar\n- Gently stir the mixture\n- Screw the lid to the jar on tightly\n- Allow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\n- Pour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter\n- Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar\n\n### Equipment\n- [electric coffee bean grinder](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2VJ5nGC)\n- [encore coffee grinder](https:\/\/amzn.to\/34Noe7I)\n- [nut milk bag](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ao7Qvn)\n- [1 quart mason jar](https:\/\/amzn.to\/2wTwqa2)\n- [cold brew pitcher](https:\/\/bit.ly\/3susd4W)\n\n### Recipe Notes\nIf you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener.\n\n### Nutrition Information\nSodium: 12mg (1%), Calcium: 7mg (1%)\n\nThis website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. 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Madeline\n      \n      [May 19, 2024](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-52989)\n      \n      Thank you!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-52989)\n2. Kathy McCracken\n   \n   [December 30, 2022](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-25349)\n   \n   ![5 stars](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP\/\/\/wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=)  \n    Thank you for the great instructions\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-25349)\n   1. Madeline\n      \n      [December 31, 2022](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-25389)\n      \n      You’re welcome! Thanks for the review, Kathy\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-25389)\n3. Julie\n   \n   [September 3, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-8740)\n   \n   ![5 stars](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP\/\/\/wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=)  \n    This is amazing! Saving me so much money, I’ve been making it The last two weeks and don’t see myself stopping anytime soon\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-8740)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/about\/)\n      \n      [September 8, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-8874)\n      \n      SO glad to hear that!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-8874)\n4. Frances G\n   \n   [June 20, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-7405)\n   \n   If I have fine ground coffee beans to use, how much coffee would I use?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-7405)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/about\/)\n      \n      [June 23, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-7441)\n      \n      sorry just seeing this. I would use 2 less tablespoons\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-7441)\n5. Jean-Pierre Le Clair\n   \n   [January 29, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-4953)\n   \n   I use my french press and then filter through an unbleached paper filter. I also use this process to make coffee liqueur substituting vodka for the water. After filtering I add simple syrup to taste and then add a Madagascar bourbon vanilla bean and set aside in the fridge for a few eeeks to let it mellow.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-4953)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n      \n      [January 29, 2021](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-4954)\n      \n      OMG the liqueur sounds absolutely incredible!! I need to try that!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-4954)\n6. Cydney\n   \n   [June 23, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-2452)\n   \n   I have been making cold brew for about 3 years. I make mine in the largest Tupperware bowl. I put my ground coffee in a double layer food grade cheese cloth with and added coffee 5 hole filter putting my coffee on top and tie with kitchen twine. Next day all I have to do is squeeze my cheesecloth and enjoy. No mess and no coffee grinds in my drinks. It makes 2 beverage carafes plus an additional liter 😋\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-2452)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n      \n      [June 24, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-2459)\n      \n      That sounds great!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-2459)\n7. Linda B\n   \n   [May 18, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-1822)\n   \n   ![5 stars](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP\/\/\/wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=)  \n    Perfect timing that you shared this! My daughter bought me this exact cold brewer for mother’s day. I have since made two batches trying different coffee each time. Used your measurement of 12 tablespoons and comes out perfect. Absolutely love it. A lot less bitter then brewing a hot cup of coffee and pouring over ice. Looking forward to lots of cold brew during summer time\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-1822)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n      \n      [May 22, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-1919)\n      \n      Truly perfect timing! I am SO with you. Homemade cold brew will be a life saver this summer.\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-1919)\n      1. Linda B\n         \n         [July 26, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-2861)\n         \n         ![5 stars](data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP\/\/\/wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=)  \n          Madeline, I have been experimenting with a couple different coffees to make my cold brew. What is your favorite?\n         \n         [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-2861)\n8. [Zoe D](http:\/\/zoedphotography.com\/)\n   \n   [May 11, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-1643)\n   \n   So want to try this, instead of buying the pricey jars of cold brew. Question on how long it keeps… “Once prepared, consume this cold brew coffee in at least one week.“ Not sure I follow. Do you mean consume it \\*within\\* a week, or maybe consume within “at most” one week? Thanks\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/#comment-1643)\n   1. [Madeline](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/)\n      \n      [May 11, 2020](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cold-brew-coffee-recipe\/comment-page-1\/#comment-1644)\n      \n      I meant at most one week, but truthfully I don’t think it will be harmful to you after a week I think the taste is best at most one week after prepared. 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Please try again.","attrs_readable_markdown":"Use this **Cold Brew Coffee Recipe** to make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home.\n\n![Side view of a cream pouring into a glass of iced cold brew coffee](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.49-scaled.jpg)\n\nMake-ahead\n\nBeginner-friendly\n\n**You’ll Learn:** The cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes\n\n**Worth It:** It’s a money and time saver\n\n**Bonus:** Homemade syrup recipes\n\n![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.49-768x1024.jpg)\n\n## Why you’ll love this recipe\n- **Save money** – As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money.\n- **Delicious coffee at home** – Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge.\n- **Switch up your routine** – Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different.\n## How is it different from Iced Coffee?\nTraditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled.\n\nThe term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator.\n\nDue to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews.\n\n![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.20.23-768x1024.jpg)\n\n## Kitchen Tools\nThere are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee.\n\nI highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed [this one](https:\/\/amzn.to\/3bmo2P4) from amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters.\n\nUsing this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted\\!\n\nIf you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee.\n\nYou can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours.\n\nThen push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result.\n\n## Serving Suggestions\nOnce your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this [caramel brulee latte syrup](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/caramel-brulee-latte-syrup\/).\n\nThis cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with [oven baked starbucks egg bites](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/oven-baked-starbucks-egg-bites\/) or [potato cheddar chive bakes](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/potato-cheddar-chive-bakes-starbucks-copycat\/) for a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these [small batch banana muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/small-batch-banana-muffins\/), [cranberry orange muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/cranberry-orange-muffins\/) or these [coffee cake muffins](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/coffee-cake-muffins\/).\n\n![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.28.34-768x1024.jpg)\n\n## ingredients\n- **Coarsely ground coffee beans** – Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans.\n- **Water** – I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences.\n## FAQs\n### What is the best coffee?\nDark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite\\!\n\n### How should I grind the beans?\nI have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter.\n\n### What is the proper cold brew ratio?\nFor this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference.\n\n### Does it taste different?\nCold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth.\n\n### How do I make cold brew concentrate?\nUse less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving.\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.31.38-768x1024.jpg)\n\n## How do you make cold brew coffee?\n#### Step 1: Grind the beans\nFirst, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe.\n\n#### Step 2: Combine with water\nThen, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher.\n\nUse a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water.\n\nIf using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly.\n\n#### Step 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator\nNext, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter.\n\nThe longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48.\n\n#### Step 4: Filter the coffee\nFinally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator.\n\nIf you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out.\n\n## how to dilute\nSome cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor.\n\nIf you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water.\n\n![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/2021-04-09-12.32.04-768x1024.jpg)\n\n## Storage and Freezing\nOnce prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage.\n\nThen I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch.\n\nIf you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee.\n\n## Check out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew\\!\n![](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/hand-holding-heart-light.svg)\n\nYou can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on [Instagram](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mad_about_food\/)\\!\n\n![](https:\/\/madaboutfood.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/emblem-light.svg)\n\nEmail Recipe for Later\n\nServings: 4 servings\n\n- ▢\n  4 cups filtered water\n- ▢\n  12 tbsp coarsley ground coffee\n\n#### Cold Brew Pitcher Instructions\n- Add coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher\n- Screw the filter column into the lid of the pitcher\n- Run this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet\n- Add 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher\n- Place the filter column\/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut\n- Brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\n- Transfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator\n\n#### Mason Jar Instructions\n- Add ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar\n- Gently stir the mixture\n- Screw the lid to the jar on tightly\n- Allow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours\n- Pour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter\n- Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar\n\nIf you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener.\n\nSodium: 12mg (1%), Calcium: 7mg (1%)\n\nThis website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. 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Boilerpipe Text	Use this Cold Brew Coffee Recipe to make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home. Make-ahead Beginner-friendly You’ll Learn: The cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes Worth It: It’s a money and time saver Bonus: Homemade syrup recipes Why you’ll love this recipe Save money – As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money. Delicious coffee at home – Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge. Switch up your routine – Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different. How is it different from Iced Coffee? Traditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled. The term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Due to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews. Kitchen Tools There are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee. I highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed this one from amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters. Using this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted! If you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee. You can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours. Then push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result. Serving Suggestions Once your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this caramel brulee latte syrup . This cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with oven baked starbucks egg bites or potato cheddar chive bakes for a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these small batch banana muffins , cranberry orange muffins or these coffee cake muffins . ingredients Coarsely ground coffee beans – Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans. Water – I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences. FAQs What is the best coffee? Dark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite! How should I grind the beans? I have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter. What is the proper cold brew ratio? For this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference. Does it taste different? Cold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth. How do I make cold brew concentrate? Use less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving. How do you make cold brew coffee? Step 1: Grind the beans First, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe. Step 2: Combine with water Then, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher. Use a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water. If using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly. Step 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator Next, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter. The longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48. Step 4: Filter the coffee Finally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator. If you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out. how to dilute Some cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor. If you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water. Storage and Freezing Once prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage. Then I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch. If you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee. Check out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew! You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on Instagram ! Email Recipe for Later Servings: 4 servings ▢ 4 cups filtered water ▢ 12 tbsp coarsley ground coffee Cold Brew Pitcher Instructions Add coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher Screw the filter column into the lid of the pitcher Run this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet Add 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher Place the filter column/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut Brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours Transfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator Mason Jar Instructions Add ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar Gently stir the mixture Screw the lid to the jar on tightly Allow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours Pour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar If you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener. Sodium: 12 mg (1%) , Calcium: 7 mg (1%) This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
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Please read my [disclosure policy](https://madaboutfood.co/privacy-policy/). Use this Cold Brew Coffee Recipe to make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home. ![Side view of a cream pouring into a glass of iced cold brew coffee](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.49-scaled.jpg) Make-ahead Beginner-friendly You’ll Learn: The cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes Worth It: It’s a money and time saver Bonus: Homemade syrup recipes ![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.49-768x1024.jpg) ## Why you’ll love this recipe - Save money – As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money. - Delicious coffee at home – Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge. - Switch up your routine – Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different. ## How is it different from Iced Coffee? Traditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled. The term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Due to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews. ![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.20.23-768x1024.jpg) ## Kitchen Tools There are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee. I highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed [this one](https://amzn.to/3bmo2P4) from amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters. Using this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted\! If you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee. You can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours. Then push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result. ## Serving Suggestions Once your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this [caramel brulee latte syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/caramel-brulee-latte-syrup/). This cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with [oven baked starbucks egg bites](https://madaboutfood.co/oven-baked-starbucks-egg-bites/) or [potato cheddar chive bakes](https://madaboutfood.co/potato-cheddar-chive-bakes-starbucks-copycat/) for a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these [small batch banana muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/small-batch-banana-muffins/), [cranberry orange muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/cranberry-orange-muffins/) or these [coffee cake muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/coffee-cake-muffins/). ![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.28.34-768x1024.jpg) ## ingredients - Coarsely ground coffee beans – Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans. - Water – I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences. ## FAQs ### What is the best coffee? Dark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite\! ### How should I grind the beans? I have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter. ### What is the proper cold brew ratio? For this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference. ### Does it taste different? Cold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth. ### How do I make cold brew concentrate? Use less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving. ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.38-768x1024.jpg) ## How do you make cold brew coffee? #### Step 1: Grind the beans First, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe. #### Step 2: Combine with water Then, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher. Use a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water. If using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly. #### Step 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator Next, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter. The longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48. #### Step 4: Filter the coffee Finally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator. If you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out. ## how to dilute Some cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor. If you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water. ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](data:image/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http://www.w3.org/2000/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20768%201024'%3E%3C/svg%3E) ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.32.04-768x1024.jpg) ## Storage and Freezing Once prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage. Then I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch. If you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee. ## Check out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew\! - [Peppermint Mocha Syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/peppermint-mocha-latte-syrup/) - [Sugar Cookie Latte Syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/sugar-cookie-latte-syrup/) - [Pumpkin Spice Latte Syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/pumpkin-spice-latte-syrup/) - [Gingerbread Latte Syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/gingerbread-latte-syrup/) #### You can find the full recipe below. 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Recipe By: [Madeline Tague](https://madaboutfood.co/about/) Prep: 10 minutes minutes Cook: 1 day day [Print](https://madaboutfood.co/wprm_print/cold-brew-coffee-recipe) [Review](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#respond) [Pin It](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fmadaboutfood.co%2Fcold-brew-coffee-recipe%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fmadaboutfood.co%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2020%2F04%2F2021-04-09-12.28.34-scaled.jpg&description=Cold+Brew+Coffee+Recipe&is_video=false) [Save](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/) [Saved\!](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/) Servings: 4 servings 1x 2x 3x ### Ingredients - ▢ 4 cups filtered water - ▢ 12 tbsp coarsley ground coffee ### Instructions #### Cold Brew Pitcher Instructions - Add coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher - Screw the filter column into the lid of the pitcher - Run this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet - Add 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher - Place the filter column/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut - Brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours - Transfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator #### Mason Jar Instructions - Add ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar - Gently stir the mixture - Screw the lid to the jar on tightly - Allow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours - Pour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter - Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar ### Equipment - [electric coffee bean grinder](https://amzn.to/2VJ5nGC) - [encore coffee grinder](https://amzn.to/34Noe7I) - [nut milk bag](https://amzn.to/3ao7Qvn) - [1 quart mason jar](https://amzn.to/2wTwqa2) - [cold brew pitcher](https://bit.ly/3susd4W) ### Recipe Notes If you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener. ### Nutrition Information Sodium: 12mg (1%), Calcium: 7mg (1%) This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. 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Kathy McCracken [December 30, 2022](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-25349) ![5 stars](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=) Thank you for the great instructions\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-25349) 1. Madeline [December 31, 2022](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-25389) You’re welcome! Thanks for the review, Kathy\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-25389) 3. Julie [September 3, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-8740) ![5 stars](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=) This is amazing! Saving me so much money, I’ve been making it The last two weeks and don’t see myself stopping anytime soon\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-8740) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/about/) [September 8, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-8874) SO glad to hear that!\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-8874) 4. Frances G [June 20, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-7405) If I have fine ground coffee beans to use, how much coffee would I use? [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-7405) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/about/) [June 23, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-7441) sorry just seeing this. I would use 2 less tablespoons [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-7441) 5. Jean-Pierre Le Clair [January 29, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-4953) I use my french press and then filter through an unbleached paper filter. I also use this process to make coffee liqueur substituting vodka for the water. After filtering I add simple syrup to taste and then add a Madagascar bourbon vanilla bean and set aside in the fridge for a few eeeks to let it mellow. [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-4953) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/) [January 29, 2021](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-4954) OMG the liqueur sounds absolutely incredible!! I need to try that!\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-4954) 6. Cydney [June 23, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-2452) I have been making cold brew for about 3 years. I make mine in the largest Tupperware bowl. I put my ground coffee in a double layer food grade cheese cloth with and added coffee 5 hole filter putting my coffee on top and tie with kitchen twine. Next day all I have to do is squeeze my cheesecloth and enjoy. No mess and no coffee grinds in my drinks. It makes 2 beverage carafes plus an additional liter 😋 [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-2452) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/) [June 24, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-2459) That sounds great!\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-2459) 7. Linda B [May 18, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-1822) ![5 stars](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=) Perfect timing that you shared this! My daughter bought me this exact cold brewer for mother’s day. I have since made two batches trying different coffee each time. Used your measurement of 12 tablespoons and comes out perfect. Absolutely love it. A lot less bitter then brewing a hot cup of coffee and pouring over ice. Looking forward to lots of cold brew during summer time [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-1822) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/) [May 22, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-1919) Truly perfect timing! I am SO with you. Homemade cold brew will be a life saver this summer. [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-1919) 1. Linda B [July 26, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-2861) ![5 stars](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODdhAQABAPAAAP///wAAACwAAAAAAQABAEACAkQBADs=) Madeline, I have been experimenting with a couple different coffees to make my cold brew. What is your favorite? [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-2861) 8. [Zoe D](http://zoedphotography.com/) [May 11, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-1643) So want to try this, instead of buying the pricey jars of cold brew. Question on how long it keeps… “Once prepared, consume this cold brew coffee in at least one week.“ Not sure I follow. Do you mean consume it \within\ a week, or maybe consume within “at most” one week? Thanks\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-1643) 1. [Madeline](https://madaboutfood.co/) [May 11, 2020](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/comment-page-1/#comment-1644) I meant at most one week, but truthfully I don’t think it will be harmful to you after a week I think the taste is best at most one week after prepared. We usually drink ours within 4-5 days because we love it! Good luck hope you enjoy\! [Reply](https://madaboutfood.co/cold-brew-coffee-recipe/#comment-1644) ## Welcome ![](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/new-cropped-1024x631.jpg) Hi, I’m Madeline – food blogger and recipe developer based just outside Philadelphia. Join me for simple, comforting recipes designed for the whole family. 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Readable Markdown	Use this Cold Brew Coffee Recipe to make cold brew coffee at home. Save money and still drink delicious, smooth and flavorful coffee. You will learn the perfect cold brew ratio, the tools I use to make it and of course how to make cold brew at home. ![Side view of a cream pouring into a glass of iced cold brew coffee](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.49-scaled.jpg) Make-ahead Beginner-friendly You’ll Learn: The cold brew coffee ratio for rich, balanced flavor that you can adjust to your tastes Worth It: It’s a money and time saver Bonus: Homemade syrup recipes ![Side view of frothed milk pouring into a glass of cold brew coffee](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.49-768x1024.jpg) ## Why you’ll love this recipe - Save money – As much as I love going to a coffee shop for a cold brew, learning how to make cold brew at home is a great way to save some money. - Delicious coffee at home – Have local coffee shop quality coffee at home! Once you find your favorite coffee beans for this recipe, you will have the most delicious coffee ready to go in your fridge. - Switch up your routine – Hot coffee is great, but I love cold brew as a way to switch up my caffeine routine and have something different. ## How is it different from Iced Coffee? Traditionally, iced coffee is hot brewed coffee that is slowly cooled down and chilled. The term cold brew refers to how the coffee is made, not the temperature of the coffee when it is served. Cold brew coffee is brewed over a long period of time (24-48 hours) either at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Due to the long, slow brewing process of cold brew coffee, it usually has a stronger, more intense flavor than a hot brews. ![a side view photo of a hand pouring coffee grinds into a cold brew filter](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.20.23-768x1024.jpg) ## Kitchen Tools There are so many different cold brew methods you can use to make the perfect cup. The method you use depends on which vessel you choose for making cold brew coffee. I highly recommend investing in a cold brew pitcher. We grabbed [this one](https://amzn.to/3bmo2P4) from amazon and have used it constantly since it arrives. The fine-mesh sieve filter is reusable, so you do not have to worry about paper filters. Using this pitcher allows us to make delicious cold brew coffee at home and our only waste are some coffee grinds that can easily be composted\! If you don’t want to invest in a cold brew coffee pitcher you can use a chemex or 1 quart mason jar to make your cold brew coffee. If you use the mason jar technique, you will also need a fine mesh strainer like a cheese cloth or a nut milk bag for a coffee filter your cold brew coffee. You can also use a french press or aeropress to make cold brew. Pour cold water into the french press followed by the coffee grounds. Allow the mixture to steep in the fridge for at least 24 hours. Then push down the French press plunger to strain the beans. You can also pour the coffee over a piece of cheesecloth to be sure you have the smoothest result. ## Serving Suggestions Once your cold brew coffee is made you can doctor it up however you like. I usually serve mine with lots of ice and some half & half or creamer. I love adding fun flavors, like this [caramel brulee latte syrup](https://madaboutfood.co/caramel-brulee-latte-syrup/). This cold brew coffee is great for on the go. You can make it ahead of time and enjoy it all week without having to brew every morning. I love taking it with [oven baked starbucks egg bites](https://madaboutfood.co/oven-baked-starbucks-egg-bites/) or [potato cheddar chive bakes](https://madaboutfood.co/potato-cheddar-chive-bakes-starbucks-copycat/) for a quick and easy breakfast. For a sweeter breakfast, I love these [small batch banana muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/small-batch-banana-muffins/), [cranberry orange muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/cranberry-orange-muffins/) or these [coffee cake muffins](https://madaboutfood.co/coffee-cake-muffins/). ![a side view photo of a glass container pouring cold brew into a mason jar with ice and a straw in it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.28.34-768x1024.jpg) ## ingredients - Coarsely ground coffee beans – Make sure you use coarsely ground beans. I got this amazing Encore burr grinder as a Christmas present from my parents a few years ago, but it is pricey. We grind our coffee beans at about a 28 (setting on our grinder). You can use any electric coffee grinder that allows you to coarsely grind the beans. - Water – I use cold brew ratio of one part coffee to five and a half part water. This ratio makes my cold brew a bit stronger than others. I like to make it a bit stronger and then dilute as needed based on your preferences. ## FAQs ### What is the best coffee? Dark roast beans tend to create a lower acid coffee than light roast beans. They also have a more robust flavor profile. Have some fun trying light, medium and dark coffee from local coffee shops to find your favorite\! ### How should I grind the beans? I have a grinder at home that I use to grind the beans to a level 28. If you have a grinder than can grind coarsely, that is perfect. If not, you can also ask the coffee shop to grind coarsely for you! A coarse grind makes sure you do not have over-extraction, which makes the coffee very bitter. ### What is the proper cold brew ratio? For this recipe I used the cold brew coffee ratio of 1 gram of coffee to five and a half grams of water. To make a perfect cup of cold brew coffee you will want a coffee to water ratio of anywhere from 1:8 to 1:4. The good news is that you can always dilute a cup of cold brew with water for your personal preference. ### Does it taste different? Cold brew coffee is lower in acidity than regular drip coffee. I find it to be sweeter and smoother than a traditional iced coffee. Many people even drink their cold brew coffee without any milk or cream because the flavor is so smooth. ### How do I make cold brew concentrate? Use less water. I recommend 1 part coffee to 4 parts water for a cold brew concentrate. Then you add more water and milk if you would like when serving. ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with ice and a straw and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.31.38-768x1024.jpg) ## How do you make cold brew coffee? #### Step 1: Grind the beans First, take your coffee beans and grind them coarsely. You will need about 12 tbsp of ground coffee for this cold brew coffee recipe. #### Step 2: Combine with water Then, add 12 tbsp of ground coffee to the filter portion of the cold brew coffee pitcher or directly to a 1 quart mason jar. Next, screw the filter into the lid of the cold brew coffee pitcher. Use a measuring cup to add 4 cups of filtered water to either the mason jar or the cold brew pitcher. You can either use cold water or room temperature water, but never hot water. If using a mason jar, gently stir the mixture to combine. Then, place the lid on either the pitcher or the mason jar and screw on tightly. #### Step 3: Brew at room temperature or in the refrigerator Next, brew your coffee for 24-48 hours. I prefer to do this in the refrigerator, but if you don’t have space you can brew your coffee at room temperature on your kitchen counter. The longer you brew your coffee, the more intense the flavor will be. I prefer to brew mine for 24-36 hours, but you can wait for up to 48. #### Step 4: Filter the coffee Finally, if you are using the cold brew coffee pitcher you can pour your coffee into a flip top glass bottle or another container to store in the refrigerator. If you are using the mason jar method you will need to filter your cold brew coffee with cheese cloth or a nut milk bag. You may need to filter more than once to get all of the coffee grounds out. ## how to dilute Some cold brew coffee makers recommend diluting cold brew with water. Cold brew can be very strong and have intense flavor. If you want a less intense cup of coffee, make your cup of coffee with 1 to 1 ratio of cold brew and water. ![a side view photo of cold brew in a mason jar with milk and foam on top with a straw in it and a glass jug of cold brew behind it](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/2021-04-09-12.32.04-768x1024.jpg) ## Storage and Freezing Once prepared, consume this cold brew coffee within one week. After a 24-48 hour brew time, I remove my coffee from the cold brew pitcher and pour into a flip top glass bottle for storage. Then I usually clean out my pitcher and immediately make another batch. If you do not drink all of the cold brew, you can also freeze your cold brew to make cold brew ice cubes to add to your coffee. ## Check out these delicious coffee syrups to mix into your cold brew\! ![](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/hand-holding-heart-light.svg) You can find the full recipe below. If you make this recipe, please rate and review it in the comments, or share it with me on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mad_about_food/)\! ![](https://madaboutfood.co/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/emblem-light.svg) Email Recipe for Later Servings: 4 servings - ▢ 4 cups filtered water - ▢ 12 tbsp coarsley ground coffee #### Cold Brew Pitcher Instructions - Add coffee grounds to the filter portion of the pitcher - Screw the filter column into the lid of the pitcher - Run this filter column under water to get the coffee grounds wet - Add 4 cups filtered water to the pitcher - Place the filter column/lid onto the pitcher and screw the lid shut - Brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours - Transfer to a glass bottle for storage in the refrigerator #### Mason Jar Instructions - Add ground coffee and 4 cups of water to a 1 quart mason jar - Gently stir the mixture - Screw the lid to the jar on tightly - Allow the mixture to brew in the refrigerator or on the countertop for 24-48 hours - Pour into a nut milk bag or through cheese cloth to filter - Store in the refrigerator in a glass jar If you like a less intense coffee flavor you can dilute this cold brew coffee with some water prior to adding any milk or sweetener. Sodium: 12mg (1%), Calcium: 7mg (1%) This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
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