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curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa013.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://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

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{"found_url":"https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/","crawl_time":1775641485,"first_indexed_time":1551177898,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,thewoodenskillet!\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/ s443","src_root_hash":"6324514518789578013","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Make Cold Brew Coffee - The Wooden Skillet","meta_descriptions":["A simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home - no fancy equipment necessary!"],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"Published on\n07\/07\/21\nby\nErin Jensen\nCold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it.\nWhat About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed?\nAbsolutely! Just check out our\nCold Brew Tea\n– perfect for summer!\nCold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee\nCold Brew\ncoffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge.\nHot\nCoffee\n, the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time.\nIced\n \nCoffee\n, on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice.\nKey Ingredient + Kitchen Tools\ncoffee beans\n– any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans!\ncoffee grinder\n– we love our trusty\nelectric coffee grinder\n! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store.\nmason jars\n– for years we have used\nlarge mason jars\nfor this process, but you can use other storage containers too.\nfine mesh sieve\n– to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable\ncheesecloth\n, thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar.\nBegin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder.\nPut those beans in a large jar with water.\nGive it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days.\nHow Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge?\nIt should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer.\nPour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans.\nPro Tip\nI would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible.\nStorage\nHomemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.\nBest Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee\nThis is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn\nhow to make cold foam\nor\nsweet cream cold foam\nto enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our\ncashew coffee creamer\nor any store-bought options.\nHomemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips\nWhy cold brew is less acidic?\nWhen regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux.\nCan I make cold brew in a french press?\nYes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on\nhow to make cold brew in a french press\n(it’s so easy – the same concept as normally\nmaking coffee in a french press\n).\nHow to make cold brew concentrate?\nSimply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through.\nBest storage options\n:\n60oz glass beverage carafe\n,\n1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser\n, or a\n2 qt pitcher with lid\n.\nCold Brew & Whole30\nIt is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). Cold brew is less bitter and easier to drink black than hot coffee – I highly recommend cold brew if you are starting a Whole30! But I also have this awesome\nWhole30 Vanilla and Cinnamon Creamer\nyou can try too!\nMade this recipe and loved it?!\nWe would love it if you would take a minute and \nleave a star rating and review\n – it is also helpful if you made any substitutions or changes to the recipe to share that as well. THANK YOU!\nFollow Us on Social\nA simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary!\n▢\n1\ncup\nwhole coffee beans\n,\nmedium to dark roast\n▢\n8\ncups\nfiltered water\nGrind the Beans\n: Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans.\nMix\n: Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up.\nRefrigerate\n: Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew.\nStrain\n: Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds.\nServe\/Store\n: Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks.\nHow to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans\n: I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine!\nSmall Batch\n: Your can cut down the ratio to 1\/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water.\nWhat Works for You\n: You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds\/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water\/less grounds.\nCan you heat it up?\nYes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature.\nCan you use decaf beans?\n Yes! You can definitely use decaf coffee beans instead of regular.\nCan you use finely ground coffee beans?\nIn short, yes, you can use finely ground coffee beans BUT you may run into an issue with filtering out all the grounds during the straining process. Keeping the beans more coarsely ground will help prevent that.\nCaffeine\n: Here is a\ngreat article\non whether cold brew has the same amount of caffeine as regular coffee.\nCold Brew Coffee Concentrate\n: simply make a stronger batch with 1 cup roughly ground coffee beans (medium to dark roast) and only 4 cups filtered water.\nOriginally published on June 7, 2018 – updated with new photos on July 7, 2021.\nJoin our Community!\nSubscribe to The Wooden Skillet Newsletter!\nGet meal plans w\/ grocery lists, new recipes, meal prep ideas, cooking classes & more straight to your inbox every week!\nJoin Us Here\nReader Interactions","attrs_markdown":"- [Skip to primary navigation](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#genesis-nav-primary)\n- [Skip to main content](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#genesis-content)\n- [Skip to primary sidebar](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#genesis-sidebar-primary)\n\n- [Get Inspired](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/)\n  - [Recipe Series](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/series\/)\n  - [Reader Favs](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/reader-favorite\/)\n  - [What Is…Series](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/what-is-series\/)\n  - [Whole30 Resources](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/whole30-resources\/)\n  - [Whole30 Recipes](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/whole30\/)\n  - [Cooking School](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/cooking-school\/)\n  - [Meal Plans](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/healthy-meal-plan\/)\n  - [Sunday Suppers](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/sunday-supper\/)\n- [Work With Me](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/work-with-me\/)\n- [Contact](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/contact\/)\n\n[New\\!  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No machines or equipment needed\\!\n\nUpdated on 08\/07\/25\n\nby [Erin Jensen](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/about\/erin-jensen\/ \"Visit Erin Jensen’s website\") \\| [29 Comments](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comments)\n\n[W30Whole30](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/whole30\/)[PPaleo](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/paleo\/)[DFDairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/)[GFGluten-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/)[PBPlant-Based](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegan\/)[VVegetarian](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegetarian\/)\n\n[Jump to Recipe](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#recipe) [Pin This](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F06%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25.jpg&description=How+to+Make+Cold+Brew+Coffee&is_video=false) [Comment](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment)\n\nAn easy, straight-forward tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee, tons of tips and tricks as well as FAQs! This is your ultimate guide to making cold brew with only 2 ingredients at home. No machines or equipment needed\\!\n\nTHIS POST MAY CONTAIN AFFILIATE SALES LINKS. PLEASE SEE MY [AFFILIATE NOTICE](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/affiliate-notice\/) FOR DETAILS.\n\nPrep Time: 5 minutes mins\n\nRefrigerate Time: 1 day d\n\nTotal Time: 1 day d 5 minutes mins\n\n![Two glasses of cold brew with creamer being poured into one of the glasses.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25-600x600.jpg)\n\nPublished on\n\n07\/07\/21\n\nby [Erin Jensen](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/author\/erin-l-h-jensengmail-com\/)\n\n![](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-at-home-150x150.png)\n\n![Someone pouring creamer into a glass of cold brew coffee. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-2.jpg)\n\nCold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it.\n\n## **What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed?**\nAbsolutely! Just check out our [Cold Brew Tea](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cold-brew-tea\/) – perfect for summer\\!\n\nTable of Contents\n\n1. [What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed?](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-what-about-tea-can-that-be-cold-brewed)\n2. [Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-cold-brew-vs-hot-coffee-vs-iced-coffee)\n3. [Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-key-ingredient-kitchen-tools)\n4. [How to Make Cold Brew at Home](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-how-to-make-cold-brew-at-home)\n5. [How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge?](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-how-long-should-cold-brew-sit-in-the-fridge)\n6. [Pro Tip](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-pro-tip)\n7. [Storage](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-storage)\n8. [Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-best-ways-to-enjoy-cold-brew-coffee)\n9. [Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-homemade-cold-brew-faqs-tips)\n10. [Cold Brew & Whole30](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-cold-brew-amp-whole30)\n11. [Other Coffee Recipes You Might Like](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#h-other-coffee-recipes-you-might-like)\n12. [How to Make Iced Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#toc-how-to-make-iced-coffee)\n13. [Irish Cold Brew Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#toc-irish-cold-brew-coffee)\n14. [Easy Coffee Smoothie Recipe (+ Protein Options)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#toc-easy-coffee-smoothie-recipe-protein-options)\n15. [Cashew Coffee Creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#toc-cashew-coffee-creamer)\n16. [How to Make Cold Brew Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#toc-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee)\n\nShow all\n\n## **Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee**\n- **Cold Brew** coffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge.\n- **Hot** **Coffee**, the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time.\n- [**Iced** **Coffee**](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-iced-coffee\/), on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice.\n\n## **Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools**\n- **coffee beans** – any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans\\!\n- **coffee grinder** – we love our trusty [electric coffee grinder](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000BRLXUI\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000BRLXUI&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=e1326911576b0493599812c223bec0b6)! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store.\n- **mason jars** – for years we have used [large mason jars](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01MRFVML3\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01MRFVML3&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=c8cde7cb8a78d9af61e7c67869c76478) for this process, but you can use other storage containers too.\n- **fine mesh sieve** – to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable [cheesecloth](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B072V18F5L\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B072V18F5L&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=d6476c89b84e974d75c59a47f9906695), thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar.\n## **How to Make Cold Brew at Home**\n![Two images showing coffee beans going in to a coffee grinder and coarsely ground beans in a jar.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee.jpeg)\n\nBegin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder.\n\n![Two images showing the roughly ground coffee beans going into a mason jar and then water being added too.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-2.jpeg)\n\nPut those beans in a large jar with water.\n\n![A mason jar of cold brew coffee. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-13.jpg)\n\nGive it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days.\n\n## **How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge?**\nIt should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer.\n\n![Two images showing the cold brew mixture being strained into a jar.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-3.jpeg)\n\nPour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans.\n\n## **Pro Tip**\nI would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible.\n\n![Three jars of cold brew coffee. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-19.jpg)\n\n***\n## **Storage**\nHomemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.\n***\n\n![Someone pouring cold brew coffee into a glass. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-21.jpg)\n\n## **Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee**\nThis is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn [how to make cold foam](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-foam\/) or [sweet cream cold foam](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-sweet-cream-cold-foam\/) to enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our [cashew coffee creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cashew-coffee-creamer\/) or any store-bought options.\n\n![A glass of cold brew coffee with creamer swirling inside. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-3.jpg)\n\n## **Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips**\n- **Why cold brew is less acidic?** When regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux.\n- **Can I make cold brew in a french press?** Yes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on [how to make cold brew in a french press](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cold-brew-coffee-french-press\/) (it’s so easy – the same concept as normally [making coffee in a french press](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-use-a-french-press-simple-easy\/)).\n- **How to make cold brew concentrate?** Simply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through.\n- **Best storage options**: [60oz glass beverage carafe](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01M0L3RHG\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01M0L3RHG&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=1d1e5d1526765358bfd3865465c1b493), [1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0773Q1V5K\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0773Q1V5K&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=63accaca26a93a219a89f71494d989d0), or a [2 qt pitcher with lid](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B014RMEEQ2\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B014RMEEQ2&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=108687658b056a75ac352a3e854d0894).\n\n## **Cold Brew & Whole30**\nIt is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). Cold brew is less bitter and easier to drink black than hot coffee – I highly recommend cold brew if you are starting a Whole30! But I also have this awesome [Whole30 Vanilla and Cinnamon Creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/whole30-vanilla-and-cinnamon-coffee-creamer\/) you can try too\\!\n\n## **Other Coffee Recipes You Might Like**\n[![Someone pouring creamer into a class of iced coffee.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/iced-coffee-1-600x900.jpg)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-iced-coffee\/)\n\n## [How to Make Iced Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-iced-coffee\/)\n[Coffee and Tea](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/meal\/breakfast\/coffee-and-tea\/)\n\n[DFDairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/)[GFGluten-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/)[VVegetarian](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegetarian\/)\n\n[![An irish cold brew coffee with cream being added and guinness in the background.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/irish-cold-brew-coffee-2-600x900.jpg)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/irish-cold-brew-cream-and-sugar\/)\n\n## [Irish Cold Brew Coffee](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/irish-cold-brew-cream-and-sugar\/)\n[St. Patricks Day](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/holidays\/st-patricks-day\/)\n\n[DFDairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/)[GFGluten-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/)[PBPlant-Based](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegan\/)[VVegetarian](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegetarian\/)\n\n[![A glass filled with a coffee smoothie on a marble board next to a pink flower.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/coffee-smoothie-2-600x900.jpg)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/easy-coffee-smoothie\/)\n\n## [Easy Coffee Smoothie Recipe (+ Protein Options)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/easy-coffee-smoothie\/)\n[Breakfast](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/meal\/breakfast\/)\n\n[DFDairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/)[GFGluten-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/)[PBPlant-Based](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegan\/)[VVegetarian](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegetarian\/)\n\n[![Cashew coffee creamer being poured into a glass mug of coffee next to a bowl of cashews.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/easy-cashew-coffee-creamer-600x900.jpg)](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cashew-coffee-creamer\/)\n\n## [Cashew Coffee Creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cashew-coffee-creamer\/)\n[Coffee and Tea](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/meal\/breakfast\/coffee-and-tea\/)\n\n[W30Whole30](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/whole30\/)[PPaleo](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/paleo\/)[DFDairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/)[GFGluten-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/)[PBPlant-Based](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegan\/)\n\nMade this recipe and loved it?\\!\n\nWe would love it if you would take a minute and **leave a star rating and review** – it is also helpful if you made any substitutions or changes to the recipe to share that as well. THANK YOU\\!\n\nFollow Us on Social\n\n[Join on Substack](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.substack.com\/subscribe)\n\n![Two glasses of cold brew with creamer being poured into one of the glasses.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25-150x150.jpg)\n\n5 from 6 votes\n\n## How to Make Cold Brew Coffee\nAuthor: [Erin Jensen](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/about\/erin-jensen\/)\n\nPrep Time: 5 minutes mins\n\nTotal Time: 1 day d 5 minutes mins\n\nServings: [8](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/) cups\n\nCourse: Coffee\/Tea\n\nCuisine: American\n\nMethod: Refrigerator\n\n[Print](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wprm_print\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee)\n\n[Pin Recipe](https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F06%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25.jpg&description=How+to+Make+Cold+Brew+Coffee&is_video=false)\n\n[Comment](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment)\n\nA simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary\\!\n\n### Video\n### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x\n- ▢\n  1 cup whole coffee beans, medium to dark roast\n- ▢\n  8 cups filtered water\n\n### Instructions\n- **Grind the Beans**: Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans.\n- **Mix**: Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up.\n- **Refrigerate**: Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew.\n- **Strain**: Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds.\n- **Serve\/Store**: Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks.\n\n### Notes\n- **How to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans**: I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine\\!\n- **Small Batch**: Your can cut down the ratio to 1\/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water.\n- **What Works for You**: You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds\/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water\/less grounds.\n- **Can you heat it up?** Yes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature.\n- **Can you use decaf beans?** Yes! You can definitely use decaf coffee beans instead of regular.\n- **Can you use finely ground coffee beans?** In short, yes, you can use finely ground coffee beans BUT you may run into an issue with filtering out all the grounds during the straining process. Keeping the beans more coarsely ground will help prevent that.\n- **Caffeine**: Here is a [great article](https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/does-cold-brew-coffee-have-more-caffeine-than-hot-coffee-221222) on whether cold brew has the same amount of caffeine as regular coffee.\n- **Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate**: simply make a stronger batch with 1 cup roughly ground coffee beans (medium to dark roast) and only 4 cups filtered water.\n\nDid you make this recipe?Tag [@thewoodenskillet](https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thewoodenskillet) on Instagram\\!\n\nOriginally published on June 7, 2018 – updated with new photos on July 7, 2021.\n\nFiled Under: [Coffee and Tea](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/meal\/breakfast\/coffee-and-tea\/), [Dairy-Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/dairy-free\/), [Gluten Free](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/gluten-free\/), [How To's](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/cooking-school\/how-tos\/), [Non-Alcoholic](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/drinks\/non-alcoholic\/), [Paleo](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/paleo\/), [Plant-Based](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegan\/), [Recipe](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/recipe\/), [Vegetarian](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/vegetarian\/), [Whole30](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/category\/dietary\/whole30\/)\n\n# Join our Community\\!\n## Subscribe to The Wooden Skillet Newsletter\\!\n![Erin Jensen, CEO of The Wooden Skillet, mixing a bowl of homemade guacamole in the kitchen.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/join_our_community.png)\n\nGet meal plans w\/ grocery lists, new recipes, meal prep ideas, cooking classes & more straight to your inbox every week\\!\n\n[Join Us Here](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.substack.com\/subscribe)\n\n![Erin Jensen, CEO of The Wooden Skillet, mixing a bowl of homemade guacamole in the kitchen.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/join_our_community.png)\n## Reader Interactions\n### Comments\n1. Laurie says\n   \n   [October 11, 2022 at 11:33 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11602)\n   \n   How are you coming up with 12g carbs for this? lt’s just coffee beans and water.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11602)\n   - Erin says\n     \n     [October 12, 2022 at 8:19 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11604)\n     \n     Hi Laurie! Ah thanks for catching that – just an error when we put “ground coffee beans” into our nutrition calculator – for whatever reason. Just fixed it – thanks\\!\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11604)\n2. Nelly says\n   \n   [July 15, 2022 at 1:44 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11015)\n   \n   Can I use a coffee filter to strain if I don’t have a cheesecloth?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-11015)\n3. Teena says\n   \n   [April 26, 2022 at 12:08 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-10487)\n   \n   Is that just a quart sized jar?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-10487)\n4. Chantel says\n   \n   [July 15, 2021 at 10:10 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-8061)\n   \n   ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n    This is a great easy recipe to use! I just made my first batch, but the water looks more like tea. What do you recommend? Thank you for sharing this recipe that will save me some \\$\\$.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-8061)\n   - Erin says\n     \n     [July 15, 2021 at 9:07 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-8067)\n     \n     Hi Chantel! So figuring out how to get your own perfect combo\/ratio can take a little experimentation 🙂 If you like a darker cold brew you can use a different kind of coffee bean, increase your amount of coffee grounds and you can also lengthen how long you leave the coffee in the water before straining! Hope that helps\\!\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-8067)\n5. Norman Ernest Krauss says\n   \n   [January 5, 2021 at 9:41 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-6562)\n   \n   Haven’t tried it yet…but I will…looks tasty! Also battling with acid reflux…this way is gentler like you said…can’t wait…want to add some good sweetened heavy cream to it…will be like a fancy dessert to start the day with…thanks!)\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-6562)\n6. Darina Panicharova says\n   \n   [May 3, 2020 at 11:26 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-4284)\n   \n   Does cold brew contain as much caffeine as the same amount of normal coffee?\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-4284)\n   - Erin says\n     \n     [May 4, 2020 at 1:08 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-4290)\n     \n     Hi Darina! Such a good question! The answer is – it depends 🙂 Here is a great article from The Kitchn that goes into the science of it! https:\/\/www.thekitchn.com\/does-cold-brew-coffee-have-more-caffeine-than-hot-coffee-221222\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-4290)\n7. James says\n   \n   [October 24, 2019 at 7:47 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-2016)\n   \n   Your coffee pictures look decadent! Love this recipe!!! Thx for sharing, I’ll definitely try it this weekend\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-2016)\n   - Erin says\n     \n     [October 27, 2019 at 9:34 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-2091)\n     \n     Thank you!\\!\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-2091)\n8. Lindsey says\n   \n   [August 29, 2019 at 12:53 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1391)\n   \n   Do you warm up the cold brew on the stove in a tea pot? Or what is your method for doing so? Thanks\\!\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1391)\n   - Erin says\n     \n     [August 29, 2019 at 12:56 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1392)\n     \n     Hi Lindsey! I usually just put it in a little sauce pan and heat it up on the stove top!! A tea pot would work too though!\\!\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1392)\n9. Emmi says\n   \n   [July 2, 2019 at 4:40 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1056)\n   \n   ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n    So my biggest question is, why not use reusable steeping bags for this process?  \n    Especially since your whole beans are roughly chopped or smashed, not really “ground” at all.  \n    I plan on using a reusable large tea steeping bag, so I don’t have to spend so much extra time pouring so much cold steeped coffee through a bunch of messy cheese cloth. Maybe run it through cheese cloth after extracting the steeping bag, to ensure a smooth grittiness end result.  \n    Many if not All cold brew recipes I have run across seem to all use cheesecloth, which is great, but also extremely messy if I choose to make a large batch of cold steeped coffee.\n   \n   [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1056)\n   - Shawn Marsteller says\n     \n     [August 28, 2023 at 9:14 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-13714)\n     \n     Hi🙂You can buy “nut bags” on Amazon to make, say almond milk, but I use them to make cold brew. Very handy, are already beige and have a drawstring at the top.\n     \n     [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-13714)\n10. Lanny says\n    \n    [June 25, 2019 at 12:29 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1030)\n    \n    ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n     Hi Erin,\n    \n    Thks for the recipe. I was given a bag of finely ground coffee by a friend and I have no idea what to do with it as I do not drink coffee at home. But seeing yr post tempts me to try this cold brew.. I wonder if I can use finely ground coffee for this method? Thank you\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1030)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [June 25, 2019 at 12:40 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1031)\n      \n      Hi, Lanny! So short answer – yes, you could use finely ground coffee BUT you might end up struggling to remove all the little grounds, even after straining through a cheesecloth. So just be aware of that – maybe double or triple strain it through the cheesecloth to try and remove as much as possible! Hope that helps! 🙂\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-1031)\n11. Ashley Judd says\n    \n    [May 23, 2019 at 8:02 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-903)\n    \n    I love making homemade cold brew; it’s in my weekly meal-prep routine\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-903)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [May 23, 2019 at 10:14 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-904)\n      \n      Yay!!! So glad to hear that, Ashley!! 🙂\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-904)\n12. Lani says\n    \n    [April 16, 2019 at 11:36 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-888)\n    \n    This is such a great idea! I’m going to try it today. As a GERD sufferer, this could be life giving. Thank you for all your excellent work.\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-888)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [April 29, 2019 at 1:04 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-892)\n      \n      Yay!!! Hope it helps!!! :). Thank you!\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-892)\n13. Lisa says\n    \n    [August 13, 2018 at 6:49 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-678)\n    \n    Where did you get the glass pictured? I’d love to get one! Thanks\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-678)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [January 14, 2019 at 12:09 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-813)\n      \n      They are from Crate and Barrel\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-813)\n14. Athena says\n    \n    [May 22, 2018 at 4:12 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-614)\n    \n    ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n     I don’t feel as bad now when I see your ground coffee looks as irregular as mine…lol. I’ve just been using my little french press, but your Mason jar looks so much cooler. I’ve been doing 1\/3 cup coffee and 1 1\/2 cups water but I do like my coffee strong. I just made my first successful dairy-free ‘bulletproof’ frappuccino analog today\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-614)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [January 14, 2019 at 12:07 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-812)\n      \n      Yay!! Yes, don’t worry about what those coffee grounds look like! And I love how you have found a mixture that works for you!!!😊\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-812)\n15. Ben says\n    \n    [March 19, 2017 at 2:11 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-364)\n    \n    ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n     Great guide to making coldbrew at home! We spent some time making a guide for serving suggestions, feel free to add it if you think it would be helpful to your readers\\!\n    \n    Some of the mixed drinks on there are delicious\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-364)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [January 14, 2019 at 12:09 am](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-814)\n      \n      Thanks, Ben\\!\n      \n      [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-814)\n16. Tom says\n    \n    [March 15, 2017 at 5:27 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-358)\n    \n    ![5 stars](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/wp-recipe-maker\/assets\/icons\/rating\/stars-5.svg)  \n     A must try\\!\n    \n    [Reply](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-358)\n    - Erin says\n      \n      [March 15, 2017 at 5:33 pm](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee\/#comment-359)\n      \n      It definitely is! 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](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-2.jpg)\n\nCold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it.\n\n## **What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed?**\nAbsolutely! Just check out our [Cold Brew Tea](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cold-brew-tea\/) – perfect for summer\\!\n\n## **Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee**\n- **Cold Brew** coffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge.\n- **Hot** **Coffee**, the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time.\n- [**Iced** **Coffee**](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-iced-coffee\/), on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice.\n\n## **Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools**\n- **coffee beans** – any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans\\!\n- **coffee grinder** – we love our trusty [electric coffee grinder](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B000BRLXUI\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000BRLXUI&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=e1326911576b0493599812c223bec0b6)! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store.\n- **mason jars** – for years we have used [large mason jars](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01MRFVML3\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01MRFVML3&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=c8cde7cb8a78d9af61e7c67869c76478) for this process, but you can use other storage containers too.\n- **fine mesh sieve** – to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable [cheesecloth](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B072V18F5L\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B072V18F5L&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=d6476c89b84e974d75c59a47f9906695), thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar.\n\n![Two images showing coffee beans going in to a coffee grinder and coarsely ground beans in a jar.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee.jpeg)\n\nBegin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder.\n\n![Two images showing the roughly ground coffee beans going into a mason jar and then water being added too.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-2.jpeg)\n\nPut those beans in a large jar with water.\n\n![A mason jar of cold brew coffee. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-13.jpg)\n\nGive it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days.\n\n## **How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge?**\nIt should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer.\n\n![Two images showing the cold brew mixture being strained into a jar.](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-3.jpeg)\n\nPour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans.\n\n## **Pro Tip**\nI would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible.\n\n![Three jars of cold brew coffee. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-19.jpg)\n\n## **Storage**\nHomemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.\n\n![Someone pouring cold brew coffee into a glass. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-21.jpg)\n\n## **Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee**\nThis is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn [how to make cold foam](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-cold-foam\/) or [sweet cream cold foam](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-make-sweet-cream-cold-foam\/) to enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our [cashew coffee creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cashew-coffee-creamer\/) or any store-bought options.\n\n![A glass of cold brew coffee with creamer swirling inside. ](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/03\/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-3.jpg)\n\n## **Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips**\n- **Why cold brew is less acidic?** When regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux.\n- **Can I make cold brew in a french press?** Yes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on [how to make cold brew in a french press](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/cold-brew-coffee-french-press\/) (it’s so easy – the same concept as normally [making coffee in a french press](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/how-to-use-a-french-press-simple-easy\/)).\n- **How to make cold brew concentrate?** Simply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through.\n- **Best storage options**: [60oz glass beverage carafe](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B01M0L3RHG\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01M0L3RHG&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=1d1e5d1526765358bfd3865465c1b493), [1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B0773Q1V5K\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0773Q1V5K&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=63accaca26a93a219a89f71494d989d0), or a [2 qt pitcher with lid](https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/B014RMEEQ2\/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B014RMEEQ2&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=108687658b056a75ac352a3e854d0894).\n\n## **Cold Brew & Whole30**\nIt is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). Cold brew is less bitter and easier to drink black than hot coffee – I highly recommend cold brew if you are starting a Whole30! But I also have this awesome [Whole30 Vanilla and Cinnamon Creamer](https:\/\/thewoodenskillet.com\/whole30-vanilla-and-cinnamon-coffee-creamer\/) you can try too\\!\n\nMade this recipe and loved it?\\!\n\nWe would love it if you would take a minute and **leave a star rating and review** – it is also helpful if you made any substitutions or changes to the recipe to share that as well. THANK YOU\\!\n\nFollow Us on Social\n\nA simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary\\!\n\n- ▢\n  1 cup whole coffee beans, medium to dark roast\n- ▢\n  8 cups filtered water\n\n- **Grind the Beans**: Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans.\n- **Mix**: Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up.\n- **Refrigerate**: Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew.\n- **Strain**: Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds.\n- **Serve\/Store**: Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks.\n\n- **How to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans**: I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine\\!\n- **Small Batch**: Your can cut down the ratio to 1\/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water.\n- **What Works for You**: You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds\/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water\/less grounds.\n- **Can you heat it up?** Yes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature.\n- **Can you use decaf beans?** Yes! 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Boilerpipe Text	Published on 07/07/21 by Erin Jensen Cold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it. What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed? Absolutely! Just check out our Cold Brew Tea – perfect for summer! Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee Cold Brew coffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge. Hot Coffee , the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time. Iced Coffee , on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice. Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools coffee beans – any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans! coffee grinder – we love our trusty electric coffee grinder ! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store. mason jars – for years we have used large mason jars for this process, but you can use other storage containers too. fine mesh sieve – to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable cheesecloth , thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar. Begin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder. Put those beans in a large jar with water. Give it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days. How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge? It should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer. Pour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans. Pro Tip I would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible. Storage Homemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee This is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn how to make cold foam or sweet cream cold foam to enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our cashew coffee creamer or any store-bought options. Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips Why cold brew is less acidic? When regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux. Can I make cold brew in a french press? Yes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on how to make cold brew in a french press (it’s so easy – the same concept as normally making coffee in a french press ). How to make cold brew concentrate? Simply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through. Best storage options : 60oz glass beverage carafe , 1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser , or a 2 qt pitcher with lid . Cold Brew & Whole30 It is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). Cold brew is less bitter and easier to drink black than hot coffee – I highly recommend cold brew if you are starting a Whole30! But I also have this awesome Whole30 Vanilla and Cinnamon Creamer you can try too! Made this recipe and loved it?! We would love it if you would take a minute and leave a star rating and review – it is also helpful if you made any substitutions or changes to the recipe to share that as well. THANK YOU! Follow Us on Social A simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary! ▢ 1 cup whole coffee beans , medium to dark roast ▢ 8 cups filtered water Grind the Beans : Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans. Mix : Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up. Refrigerate : Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew. Strain : Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds. Serve/Store : Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks. How to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans : I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine! Small Batch : Your can cut down the ratio to 1/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water. What Works for You : You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water/less grounds. Can you heat it up? Yes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature. Can you use decaf beans? Yes! You can definitely use decaf coffee beans instead of regular. Can you use finely ground coffee beans? In short, yes, you can use finely ground coffee beans BUT you may run into an issue with filtering out all the grounds during the straining process. Keeping the beans more coarsely ground will help prevent that. Caffeine : Here is a great article on whether cold brew has the same amount of caffeine as regular coffee. Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate : simply make a stronger batch with 1 cup roughly ground coffee beans (medium to dark roast) and only 4 cups filtered water. Originally published on June 7, 2018 – updated with new photos on July 7, 2021. Join our Community! Subscribe to The Wooden Skillet Newsletter! 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Prep Time: 5 minutes mins Refrigerate Time: 1 day d Total Time: 1 day d 5 minutes mins ![Two glasses of cold brew with creamer being poured into one of the glasses.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25-600x600.jpg) Published on 07/07/21 by [Erin Jensen](https://thewoodenskillet.com/author/erin-l-h-jensengmail-com/) ![](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-at-home-150x150.png) ![Someone pouring creamer into a glass of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-2.jpg) Cold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it. ## What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed? Absolutely! Just check out our [Cold Brew Tea](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cold-brew-tea/) – perfect for summer\! Table of Contents 1. [What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed?](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#h-what-about-tea-can-that-be-cold-brewed) 2. [Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#h-cold-brew-vs-hot-coffee-vs-iced-coffee) 3. [Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#h-key-ingredient-kitchen-tools) 4. [How to Make Cold Brew at Home](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#h-how-to-make-cold-brew-at-home) 5. [How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge?](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#h-how-long-should-cold-brew-sit-in-the-fridge) 6. 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[How to Make Cold Brew Coffee](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#toc-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee) Show all ## Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee - Cold Brew coffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge. - Hot Coffee, the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time. - [Iced Coffee](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-iced-coffee/), on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice. ## Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools - coffee beans – any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans\! - coffee grinder – we love our trusty [electric coffee grinder](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BRLXUI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000BRLXUI&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=e1326911576b0493599812c223bec0b6)! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store. - mason jars – for years we have used [large mason jars](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRFVML3/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01MRFVML3&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=c8cde7cb8a78d9af61e7c67869c76478) for this process, but you can use other storage containers too. - fine mesh sieve – to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable [cheesecloth](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072V18F5L/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B072V18F5L&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=d6476c89b84e974d75c59a47f9906695), thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar. ## How to Make Cold Brew at Home ![Two images showing coffee beans going in to a coffee grinder and coarsely ground beans in a jar.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee.jpeg) Begin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder. ![Two images showing the roughly ground coffee beans going into a mason jar and then water being added too.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-2.jpeg) Put those beans in a large jar with water. ![A mason jar of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-13.jpg) Give it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days. ## How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge? It should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer. ![Two images showing the cold brew mixture being strained into a jar.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-3.jpeg) Pour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans. ## Pro Tip I would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible. ![Three jars of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-19.jpg) * ## Storage Homemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. * ![Someone pouring cold brew coffee into a glass. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-21.jpg) ## Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee This is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn [how to make cold foam](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-foam/) or [sweet cream cold foam](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-sweet-cream-cold-foam/) to enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our [cashew coffee creamer](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cashew-coffee-creamer/) or any store-bought options. ![A glass of cold brew coffee with creamer swirling inside. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-3.jpg) ## Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips - Why cold brew is less acidic? When regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux. - Can I make cold brew in a french press? Yes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on [how to make cold brew in a french press](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cold-brew-coffee-french-press/) (it’s so easy – the same concept as normally [making coffee in a french press](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-use-a-french-press-simple-easy/)). - How to make cold brew concentrate? Simply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through. - Best storage options: [60oz glass beverage carafe](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M0L3RHG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01M0L3RHG&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=1d1e5d1526765358bfd3865465c1b493), [1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0773Q1V5K/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0773Q1V5K&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=63accaca26a93a219a89f71494d989d0), or a [2 qt pitcher with lid](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014RMEEQ2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B014RMEEQ2&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=108687658b056a75ac352a3e854d0894). ## Cold Brew & Whole30 It is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). 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Follow Us on Social [Join on Substack](https://thewoodenskillet.substack.com/subscribe) ![Two glasses of cold brew with creamer being poured into one of the glasses.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25-150x150.jpg) 5 from 6 votes ## How to Make Cold Brew Coffee Author: [Erin Jensen](https://thewoodenskillet.com/about/erin-jensen/) Prep Time: 5 minutes mins Total Time: 1 day d 5 minutes mins Servings: [8](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/) cups Course: Coffee/Tea Cuisine: American Method: Refrigerator [Print](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wprm_print/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee) [Pin Recipe](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fthewoodenskillet.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F06%2Fhow-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-25.jpg&description=How+to+Make+Cold+Brew+Coffee&is_video=false) [Comment](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment) A simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary\! ### Video ### Ingredients 1x 2x 3x - ▢ 1 cup whole coffee beans, medium to dark roast - ▢ 8 cups filtered water ### Instructions - Grind the Beans: Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans. - Mix: Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up. - Refrigerate: Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew. - Strain: Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds. - Serve/Store: Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks. ### Notes - How to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans: I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine\! - Small Batch: Your can cut down the ratio to 1/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water. - What Works for You: You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water/less grounds. - Can you heat it up? Yes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature. - Can you use decaf beans? Yes! You can definitely use decaf coffee beans instead of regular. - Can you use finely ground coffee beans? In short, yes, you can use finely ground coffee beans BUT you may run into an issue with filtering out all the grounds during the straining process. Keeping the beans more coarsely ground will help prevent that. - Caffeine: Here is a [great article](https://www.thekitchn.com/does-cold-brew-coffee-have-more-caffeine-than-hot-coffee-221222) on whether cold brew has the same amount of caffeine as regular coffee. - Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate: simply make a stronger batch with 1 cup roughly ground coffee beans (medium to dark roast) and only 4 cups filtered water. Did you make this recipe?Tag [@thewoodenskillet](https://www.instagram.com/thewoodenskillet) on Instagram\! Originally published on June 7, 2018 – updated with new photos on July 7, 2021. 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Nelly says [July 15, 2022 at 1:44 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-11015) Can I use a coffee filter to strain if I don’t have a cheesecloth? [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-11015) 3. Teena says [April 26, 2022 at 12:08 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-10487) Is that just a quart sized jar? [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-10487) 4. Chantel says [July 15, 2021 at 10:10 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-8061) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) This is a great easy recipe to use! I just made my first batch, but the water looks more like tea. What do you recommend? Thank you for sharing this recipe that will save me some \$\$. [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-8061) - Erin says [July 15, 2021 at 9:07 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-8067) Hi Chantel! So figuring out how to get your own perfect combo/ratio can take a little experimentation 🙂 If you like a darker cold brew you can use a different kind of coffee bean, increase your amount of coffee grounds and you can also lengthen how long you leave the coffee in the water before straining! Hope that helps\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-8067) 5. Norman Ernest Krauss says [January 5, 2021 at 9:41 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-6562) Haven’t tried it yet…but I will…looks tasty! Also battling with acid reflux…this way is gentler like you said…can’t wait…want to add some good sweetened heavy cream to it…will be like a fancy dessert to start the day with…thanks!) [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-6562) 6. Darina Panicharova says [May 3, 2020 at 11:26 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-4284) Does cold brew contain as much caffeine as the same amount of normal coffee? [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-4284) - Erin says [May 4, 2020 at 1:08 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-4290) Hi Darina! Such a good question! The answer is – it depends 🙂 Here is a great article from The Kitchn that goes into the science of it! https://www.thekitchn.com/does-cold-brew-coffee-have-more-caffeine-than-hot-coffee-221222 [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-4290) 7. James says [October 24, 2019 at 7:47 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-2016) Your coffee pictures look decadent! Love this recipe!!! Thx for sharing, I’ll definitely try it this weekend\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-2016) - Erin says [October 27, 2019 at 9:34 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-2091) Thank you!\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-2091) 8. Lindsey says [August 29, 2019 at 12:53 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1391) Do you warm up the cold brew on the stove in a tea pot? Or what is your method for doing so? Thanks\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1391) - Erin says [August 29, 2019 at 12:56 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1392) Hi Lindsey! I usually just put it in a little sauce pan and heat it up on the stove top!! A tea pot would work too though!\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1392) 9. Emmi says [July 2, 2019 at 4:40 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1056) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) So my biggest question is, why not use reusable steeping bags for this process? Especially since your whole beans are roughly chopped or smashed, not really “ground” at all. I plan on using a reusable large tea steeping bag, so I don’t have to spend so much extra time pouring so much cold steeped coffee through a bunch of messy cheese cloth. Maybe run it through cheese cloth after extracting the steeping bag, to ensure a smooth grittiness end result. Many if not All cold brew recipes I have run across seem to all use cheesecloth, which is great, but also extremely messy if I choose to make a large batch of cold steeped coffee. [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1056) - Shawn Marsteller says [August 28, 2023 at 9:14 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-13714) Hi🙂You can buy “nut bags” on Amazon to make, say almond milk, but I use them to make cold brew. Very handy, are already beige and have a drawstring at the top. [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-13714) 10. Lanny says [June 25, 2019 at 12:29 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1030) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) Hi Erin, Thks for the recipe. I was given a bag of finely ground coffee by a friend and I have no idea what to do with it as I do not drink coffee at home. But seeing yr post tempts me to try this cold brew.. I wonder if I can use finely ground coffee for this method? Thank you [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1030) - Erin says [June 25, 2019 at 12:40 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1031) Hi, Lanny! So short answer – yes, you could use finely ground coffee BUT you might end up struggling to remove all the little grounds, even after straining through a cheesecloth. So just be aware of that – maybe double or triple strain it through the cheesecloth to try and remove as much as possible! Hope that helps! 🙂 [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-1031) 11. Ashley Judd says [May 23, 2019 at 8:02 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-903) I love making homemade cold brew; it’s in my weekly meal-prep routine\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-903) - Erin says [May 23, 2019 at 10:14 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-904) Yay!!! So glad to hear that, Ashley!! 🙂 [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-904) 12. Lani says [April 16, 2019 at 11:36 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-888) This is such a great idea! I’m going to try it today. As a GERD sufferer, this could be life giving. Thank you for all your excellent work. [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-888) - Erin says [April 29, 2019 at 1:04 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-892) Yay!!! Hope it helps!!! :). Thank you!\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-892) 13. Lisa says [August 13, 2018 at 6:49 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-678) Where did you get the glass pictured? I’d love to get one! Thanks\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-678) - Erin says [January 14, 2019 at 12:09 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-813) They are from Crate and Barrel\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-813) 14. Athena says [May 22, 2018 at 4:12 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-614) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) I don’t feel as bad now when I see your ground coffee looks as irregular as mine…lol. I’ve just been using my little french press, but your Mason jar looks so much cooler. I’ve been doing 1/3 cup coffee and 1 1/2 cups water but I do like my coffee strong. I just made my first successful dairy-free ‘bulletproof’ frappuccino analog today\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-614) - Erin says [January 14, 2019 at 12:07 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-812) Yay!! Yes, don’t worry about what those coffee grounds look like! And I love how you have found a mixture that works for you!!!😊 [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-812) 15. Ben says [March 19, 2017 at 2:11 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-364) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) Great guide to making coldbrew at home! We spent some time making a guide for serving suggestions, feel free to add it if you think it would be helpful to your readers\! Some of the mixed drinks on there are delicious\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-364) - Erin says [January 14, 2019 at 12:09 am](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-814) Thanks, Ben\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-814) 16. Tom says [March 15, 2017 at 5:27 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-358) ![5 stars](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/plugins/wp-recipe-maker/assets/icons/rating/stars-5.svg) A must try\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-358) - Erin says [March 15, 2017 at 5:33 pm](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-359) It definitely is! Let me know how you like it!\! [Reply](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee/#comment-359) ## Primary Sidebar ![Erin Jensen smiling](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Erin-sidebar.jpg) ## Hi, I’m Erin\! 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Readable Markdown	Published on 07/07/21 by [Erin Jensen](https://thewoodenskillet.com/author/erin-l-h-jensengmail-com/) ![Someone pouring creamer into a glass of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-2.jpg) Cold brew coffee is a lower acidity, less bitter version than it’s hot brewed coffee counterpart … but it can get expensive to always buy at the grocery store. So, we started making it at home and it is SO easy! Just follow our easy instructions below to make your own cold brew coffee as strong as you want. I have been making my coffee this way for YEARS (yes, I heat it up in the winter) and I absolutely love it. ## What About Tea, Can that be Cold Brewed? Absolutely! Just check out our [Cold Brew Tea](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cold-brew-tea/) – perfect for summer\! ## Cold Brew vs. Hot Coffee vs. Iced Coffee - Cold Brew coffee is made by brewing roughly ground coffee beans in cold water for a long period of time (at least 24 hours) – steeping is generally done in the fridge. - Hot Coffee, the stuff you are probably most accustomed to, is brewed by pouring hot water over finely ground coffee in a very short period of time. - [Iced Coffee](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-iced-coffee/), on the other hand, is simply hot coffee poured over ice. ## Key Ingredient + Kitchen Tools - coffee beans – any variety of coffee beans will work to make cold brew – light roast, dark roast, espresso beans, even decaf coffee beans\! - coffee grinder – we love our trusty [electric coffee grinder](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000BRLXUI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000BRLXUI&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=e1326911576b0493599812c223bec0b6)! It is worth the investment to not have to buy cold brew at the store. - mason jars – for years we have used [large mason jars](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MRFVML3/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01MRFVML3&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=c8cde7cb8a78d9af61e7c67869c76478) for this process, but you can use other storage containers too. - fine mesh sieve – to strain the cold brew, you will need is sieve with a reusable [cheesecloth](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B072V18F5L/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B072V18F5L&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=d6476c89b84e974d75c59a47f9906695), thin paper filters, reusable coffee filters, or something similar. ![Two images showing coffee beans going in to a coffee grinder and coarsely ground beans in a jar.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee.jpeg) Begin by giving the coffee beans a quick pulse in a grinder. ![Two images showing the roughly ground coffee beans going into a mason jar and then water being added too.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-2.jpeg) Put those beans in a large jar with water. ![A mason jar of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-13.jpg) Give it a good shake and chill in the fridge for 1-2 days. ## How Long Should Cold Brew Sit in the Fridge? It should chill for a minimum of 24 hours. Typically anywhere from 24-48 hours will result in a medium strength cold brew. For a stronger cold brew, let it steep for longer. ![Two images showing the cold brew mixture being strained into a jar.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/tutorial-on-how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-3.jpeg) Pour this mixture through a sieve with a cheesecloth to remove the roughly ground coffee beans. ## Pro Tip I would recommend straining it a couple of times to ensure you get out as much of the grounds and residue as possible. ![Three jars of cold brew coffee. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-19.jpg) ## Storage Homemade cold brew coffee can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 weeks. ![Someone pouring cold brew coffee into a glass. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/how-to-make-cold-brew-coffee-tutorial-21.jpg) ## Best Ways To Enjoy Cold Brew Coffee This is entirely up to your personal preference. It can be enjoyed the same way you enjoy regular hot coffee. Option to learn [how to make cold foam](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-cold-foam/) or [sweet cream cold foam](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-make-sweet-cream-cold-foam/) to enjoy on top. Add a splash of your favorite creamer, like our [cashew coffee creamer](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cashew-coffee-creamer/) or any store-bought options. ![A glass of cold brew coffee with creamer swirling inside. ](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/How-to-Make-Cold-Brew-edited-3.jpg) ## Homemade Cold Brew FAQs + Tips - Why cold brew is less acidic? When regular, hot coffee is brewed the hot water going through the fine coffee grounds allows more acidity to be present in the final product. A higher acidity level can be harder on your stomach, especially if you are prone to acid reflux. - Can I make cold brew in a french press? Yes! Just use the same water to coffee ratio and follow our tutorial on [how to make cold brew in a french press](https://thewoodenskillet.com/cold-brew-coffee-french-press/) (it’s so easy – the same concept as normally [making coffee in a french press](https://thewoodenskillet.com/how-to-use-a-french-press-simple-easy/)). - How to make cold brew concentrate? Simply use a 4:1 ratio of water to coffee beans and follow the same instructions. Don’t let it steep for too long or it will start to get some bitterness coming through. - Best storage options: [60oz glass beverage carafe](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01M0L3RHG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B01M0L3RHG&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=1d1e5d1526765358bfd3865465c1b493), [1 gallon glass mason jar beverage dispenser](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0773Q1V5K/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0773Q1V5K&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=63accaca26a93a219a89f71494d989d0), or a [2 qt pitcher with lid](https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014RMEEQ2/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B014RMEEQ2&linkCode=as2&tag=thewoodenskil-20&linkId=108687658b056a75ac352a3e854d0894). ## Cold Brew & Whole30 It is also an awesome addition to any Whole30, which limits what you put in your coffee to tame the bitterness (think – creamer). Cold brew is less bitter and easier to drink black than hot coffee – I highly recommend cold brew if you are starting a Whole30! But I also have this awesome [Whole30 Vanilla and Cinnamon Creamer](https://thewoodenskillet.com/whole30-vanilla-and-cinnamon-coffee-creamer/) you can try too\! Made this recipe and loved it?\! We would love it if you would take a minute and leave a star rating and review – it is also helpful if you made any substitutions or changes to the recipe to share that as well. THANK YOU\! Follow Us on Social A simple step-by-step tutorial on How to Make Cold Brew Coffee in your own home – no fancy equipment necessary\! - ▢ 1 cup whole coffee beans, medium to dark roast - ▢ 8 cups filtered water - Grind the Beans: Use a coffee grinder to roughly grind up your coffee beans. - Mix: Place the coffee beans and water in a large, clean jar. Secure a lid on top and give it a good shake to mix everything up. - Refrigerate: Let it sit in the refrigerator for 24-48 hours. Option to let it chill longer for a stronger cold brew. - Strain: Put a mesh sieve or strainer on top of another large jar or bowl and place a piece of cheese cloth on top of that. Pour the cold brew mixture through the cheesecloth and strainer. Repeat this process a couple times, if needed to remove any coffee bean grounds. - Serve/Store: Serve immediately or store in refrigerator for several weeks. - How to Coarsely Grind Coffee Beans: I simply place mine in my coffee grinder and pulse a few times. Don’t get too hung up on how they look – as long as they are somewhere between whole beans and finely ground you will be just fine\! - Small Batch: Your can cut down the ratio to 1/2 cup roughly ground beans and 4 cups of water. - What Works for You: You will also figure out what ratio works best for you (everyone has their own personal preference) – but this is a very “typical” ratio. From here determine if you like your cold brew stronger or weaker. To make it stronger, allow it to brew longer, use more grounds/less water, use a stronger type of bean. To make it weaker, use more water/less grounds. - Can you heat it up? Yes! Just because you are brewing it in cold water doesn’t mean you cannot heat it up later. The acidity level will remain the same! To heat up, simply place in a small saucepan or teapot and warm up to the desired temperature. - Can you use decaf beans? Yes! You can definitely use decaf coffee beans instead of regular. - Can you use finely ground coffee beans? In short, yes, you can use finely ground coffee beans BUT you may run into an issue with filtering out all the grounds during the straining process. Keeping the beans more coarsely ground will help prevent that. - Caffeine: Here is a [great article](https://www.thekitchn.com/does-cold-brew-coffee-have-more-caffeine-than-hot-coffee-221222) on whether cold brew has the same amount of caffeine as regular coffee. - Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate: simply make a stronger batch with 1 cup roughly ground coffee beans (medium to dark roast) and only 4 cups filtered water. Originally published on June 7, 2018 – updated with new photos on July 7, 2021. ## Join our Community\! ## Subscribe to The Wooden Skillet Newsletter\! ![Erin Jensen, CEO of The Wooden Skillet, mixing a bowl of homemade guacamole in the kitchen.](https://thewoodenskillet.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/join_our_community.png) Get meal plans w/ grocery lists, new recipes, meal prep ideas, cooking classes & more straight to your inbox every week\! 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