Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate
A coarse grind and a patient 14-hour steep produce a clean, low-bitterness concentrate that keeps in the refrigerator for an easy iced coffee.
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Combine the coarse coffee grounds and four cups cold water in a large jar, stirring until every ground is wet.
- 02
Cover and steep at room temperature for 14 hours, then strain slowly through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a coffee filter or clean cloth.
- 03
For each serving, combine one half cup concentrate with one half cup cold water over ice. Adjust the dilution to taste.
Easy swaps
- Dilute with milk or unsweetened plant milk instead of water for a creamier glass.
- Steep in the refrigerator for 18 hours when you prefer to keep the jar fully chilled.
- Use decaffeinated coarse-ground coffee for a lower-caffeine concentrate.
Mixpert tips
- A grind resembling coarse sea salt filters more cleanly than fine coffee.
- Refrigerate undiluted concentrate in a sealed container and use within seven days.
Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate questions
What is the best ratio for cold brew coffee?+
This recipe uses about one part coffee to four parts water by volume for concentrate, then dilutes it one-to-one for serving.
How long should cold brew steep?+
Fourteen hours at room temperature is a reliable starting point. A refrigerated steep generally needs closer to 18 hours.
