Cold Brew Guide

Freshly coarse ground coffee beans (approximately 100 grams per liter of water)

Cold water (approximately 1 liter)

Vessel for brewing (pot, pitcher, or jar)

In the brewing vessel, combine measured water and coffee

Let the brew sit in the vessel for 12-18 hours at room temperature

Strain out the grounds

Chill & Enjoy

The short answer is yes. But if it is prepared properly, cold brew coffee enthusiasts say it is so good that there is no need to add cream or sugar. Because cold brew coffee grounds never come into contact
with hot water, the acidity and brightness of hot coffee are replaced with richness and depth, making it a drink best enjoyed without enhancements.

The cold brewing process extracts the flavor of the coffee bean differently than a hot brew. The flavor and caffeine extracted from the coffee beans produce a rich, flavorful brew that is smoother and milder. Cool water does not produce the acidity or bitter flavor associated
with hot coffee.

You can use your favorite coffee beans to make cold brew coffee. Just make sure your favorite beans are ground coarsely. Enjoy the smooth, robust flavor profile of a medium or dark roast coffee with less acidity than when served over ice.

Many of the health benefits of cold brew coffee are similar to regular coffee. Drinking a cup or two a day can offer benefits to your mental and physical health. In addition, cold brew coffee is less acidic and may be less irritating to your stomach than hot coffee.

Iced coffee is often a sad substitute for the elevated flavor profile of a cold brew coffee. Iced coffee is often made from coffee that has been brewed too strong and then watered down, ruining the chance of you tasting the flavor of the fresh, hot coffee the bean was originally roasted to become. Once it is poured over ice, the coffee is further diluted,
prompting the need for cream, sugar, and flavoring to provide an enjoyable experience..

Cold brew coffee is often weak when it doesn’t soak long enough. The minimum amount of time to soak should be 12 hours. If you find the brew weak and somewhat astringent, allow it to continue to soak for up to 18 hours. You will learn how to adjust the time to create a brew that is super smooth and matches your taste perfectly.

Cold brew coffee can taste sour when the grounds are too coarse. The flavor of the coffee is extracted from the grounds while soaking. If the grounds are too coarse, less flavor can be extracted, causing a sour taste.