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How to Make Cold Brew


HOW IS COLD BREW COFFEE DIFFERENT FROM ICED COFFEE?

The difference between iced coffee and cold brew is iced coffee results from pouring hot brewed coffee over ice which can be bitter. Cold brew is steeped like tea for 20-24 hours and results in a rich concentrate.

You can also do an iced pour over which leads to a brighter cup.  

Please remember to always use filtered water whether you are preparing hot or cold coffee.

COLD BREW COFFEE RECIPE  

*Note this makes cold brew coffee concentrate which can be diluted to suit your desired taste. We typically recommend adding an equal amount of water

ICED COFFEE POUR OVER RECIPE  

BEST COLD BREW COFFEE MAKERS
For large, commercial cold brew batches, a Toddy is a simple and affordable system. For home users, we like Hario Cold Brew Maker.

TROUBLESHOOTING
Assuming the appropriate coarse grind setting, if your results are:

Of course the quality of bean you use is important as well. So always use Barefoot beans:)