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Cold Brew Coffee Recipe: Easy Homemade Cold Brew Coffee at Home

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This cold brew coffee recipe is a simple, easy way to make smooth, richly flavored coffee at home by steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold water for 12 to 24 hours. The result is a less acidic, less bitter coffee concentrate perfect for diluting with milk or water and serving over ice—a refreshing and flavorful alternative to traditional iced coffee. With just two ingredients and minimal equipment, this method delivers a convenient, homemade coffee that can be stored and enjoyed throughout the week.

Ingredients

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  • 40 grams coarsely ground coffee beans (preferably a medium to dark roast)
  • 600 ml cold, filtered water

Instructions

  1. Coarsely grind the coffee beans. Freshly ground beans yield the best flavor. Avoid fine grinding to reduce sediment in your brew.
  2. Place the coffee grounds in a mesh strainer or directly into a glass container.
  3. Pour the cold, filtered water over the coffee grounds. Ensure all grounds are fully saturated.
  4. Gently stir the mixture to combine.
  5. Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap.
  6. Let the coffee steep in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours. The longer the steep, the stronger and more concentrated the coffee will be.
  7. After steeping, strain the coffee to remove the grounds. Use a fine mesh strainer lined with a coffee filter or cheesecloth for clearer coffee.
  8. Transfer your cold brew concentrate to a sealed container and store in the refrigerator.
  9. To serve, dilute the concentrate with water, milk, or your favorite milk alternative according to taste. Enjoy over ice for a refreshing beverage.

Notes

  • Use coarsely ground coffee to avoid over-extraction and bitterness.
  • Experiment with steeping times: 12 hours for lighter flavor, up to 24 hours for stronger concentrate.
  • Store cold brew coffee in the fridge for up to two weeks in an airtight container.
  • Dilute as per your preference! Some like it 1:1 with water or milk, others prefer stronger or weaker brews.
  • Cold brew concentrate can be used to make iced lattes, mochas, or coffee cocktails.
  • If you want a cold brew with less sediment, filter twice or use a French press to strain.

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