If you have…
- 16 oz mason jar
- coffee grinder (I suggest the affordable Krups, Stylish Bodum Bistro or the classic Kyocera)
- Single Cup Coffee Filter like the Melitta Ready Set Joe and with filters
- Optional: kitchen scale… very affordable and also just great to have on hand for other cooking!
BUT, the cold brew method actually brings out a different part of the beans flavor and the lengthened steeping process combined with the coarse texture of the grinds reduces the acidity which makes for a sweeter and more syrup type flavor which is actually quite delightful even for someone who doesn’t like any sweetness in her coffee!
Apart from challenging all my urges for instant gratification, cold brew coffee is so simple to make at home and completely worth the forethought to make ahead of time.While there is a bit of science to cold brew coffee is very forgiving so you can mix up the temp, how much you layer, length of time you steep, ratio of coffee to water, etc! The method below was developed by hipster teacher/coffee guru, Mason,and follows the Toddy method (Link directs you to the Toddy Website which lists cold brew instructions for both coffee and tea.)
So, grab a mason jar and wow your friends with you home cold brew coffee skills! These are also great frozen into a popsicle or tray for coffee ice cubes!!
Cold brew coffee
-yield depends on the ratios you use
-coffee lasts up to two weeks in a sealed container the fridge
You’ll Need…
1 16 oz mason jar
coffee grinder (I suggest the affordable Krups, Stylish Bodum Bistro or the classic Kyocera)
Single Cup Coffee Filter like the Melitta Ready Set Joe and with filters, ,
kitchen scale to measure the water and coffee
Small Bowl
Coffee of choice (We used the amazing Intelligenstia La Marvailla blend)
Water
Tips…
The ratio is 1 part coffee to 4 parts water, so you can mess around with the different ratios to create a different flavor if you so desire. The key in this process is that you want to be as mindful as possible and don’t agitate the coffee. Use a coarse grind, even a step more coarse than you would for a french press so that the water can have a larger surface of the coffee bean to steep with.
Making the coffee…
- Set jar on scale and zero out the weight. Measure 125g coffee into jar and grind in a coarse texture then pour into bowl and set aside
- Measure 80g room temp water into jar and add half the grinds from the bowl
- Measure 240g water and pour into your jar in a slow circular motion then gently spread other half of coffee grinds on top and let set for 5 min
- Measure out another 240g water and pour in slow circular motion over the layer of grinds and with minimal agitation, gently press sides of the grinds down with spoon to fully saturate then cover with lid and set aside at room temperature for 8-12 hours
- Filter coffee through the single cup coffee filter (don’t forget to insert an actual filter into the strainer) by gently pouring from the side of the jar then inverting the entire jar so gravity can do its job pulling the water through the grinds in the jar
- You can then rinse your jar and pour your cold brew right back into your mason jar or put into little bottles to share or store (just remember to refrigerate after you filter!)
- Pour over ice or dilute with water/milk to tast
How did your cold brew turn out! Did you mix up the layers, ratio, steeping time or other variable? Would LOVE to her any tips and tricks that you discover in your homemade cold brew coffee process!!
Cheers!
I love iced coffee! But my version equates to using the leftover coffee brewed from the day before, heated in the microwave to add honey so it will melt (blend) into the coffee, add milk, then pour over iced cubes.
on another note, are you part of mylife.com? i’m wondering how information got to them that is private. love ya lots! Ma
That’s another great way to make iced coffee and I LOVE honey in coffee! I’ll make a batch for you next time I’m home! (E-mailed about mylife.com…not sure what that is/not a part of it!)
Thank you, thank you, thank you! I barely use measuring cups these days. I was wanting weights (grams are much less confusing in my mathematical mind) to make Cold Brew Coffee, but everyone had cups, a couple has oz. Will have to let you know the results. Of course, I never end up following the directions fully. 🙂
Kristalyn- It’s a PLEASURE to meet another “pinch of this, dash of that” person!! I love using recipes as a starting point and then personalize them so I can’t WAIT to hear how your cold brew turns out! PLEASE do post!!!