Homemade Cold Brew Coffee
Learn how to make homemade cold brew coffee at home with just a few simple ingredients and minimal equipment for a fraction of the price.
Equipment
- fine mesh sieve
- coffee filters
- large 1 Gallon container for storage
Ingredients
- 8 ounces coffee grounds
- 4 quarts water room temperature
Instructions
- Combine the coffee grounds and water in a large container.
- Stir well and cover.
- Let sit for 12-24 hours (or minimum of 2 hours if you need your caffeine fix sooner). Allow it to sit at room temperature for best results but you can also store in the refrigerator.
- After sufficient seeping time is done, line a fine mesh sieve with a coffee filter and sit it on top of large, clean container. Cheesecloth can also be used to strain the liquid but you may need several layers.
- Strain the cold brew, replacing the filter as needed until all of the cold brew has been strained.
- Store in a container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to one week.