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Simple Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate Recipe

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Follow these steps to make smooth, low-acidity cold brew coffee concentrate at home using a simple steeping method.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup coarse ground coffee beans
  • 4 cups cold filtered water
  • Ice cubes (for serving)
  • Milk or sweetener (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Combine the coarse ground coffee and cold water in a large jar or pitcher.
  2. Stir gently to ensure all grounds are saturated with water.
  3. Cover the container loosely.
  4. Let the mixture steep at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 12 to 18 hours. Do not steep longer than 20 hours to avoid bitterness.
  5. Line a fine-mesh sieve with cheesecloth or a paper coffee filter. Place the sieve over a second container.
  6. Slowly pour the coffee mixture through the lined sieve to separate the grounds from the liquid concentrate. Discard the grounds.
  7. Store the resulting cold brew concentrate in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
  8. To serve, mix the concentrate with water or milk at a 1:1 ratio, or to your preferred strength, over ice.

Notes

  • Use a coarse grind setting; a finer grind can lead to over-extraction and sediment.
  • For a stronger concentrate, use a 1:3 coffee-to-water ratio by volume instead of 1:4.
  • If the brew tastes weak, increase the steeping time slightly on your next batch. If it tastes bitter, reduce the steeping time.
  • Homemade cold brew concentrate keeps well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

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