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Cold Brew Coffee Concentrate

2 glass jars of cold brew coffee with ice - one black and with cream. A colourful striped straw is in each jar (red & white and blue & white).In the background is a small green plant and a red & white cloth napkin.
Make your own cold brew coffee concentrate at home for a delicious iced coffee beverage anytime.
Hema
Prep Time 10 minutes
Brew time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 10 minutes
Serving Size 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large glass jar
  • 1 Nut milk bag optional
  • 1 Cold brew coffee filter optional
  • Measuring cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Coarsely ground coffee
  • 4 cups Room temperature water

Instructions

  • Add coarsely ground coffee to the nut milk bag or cold brewing filter (if using) or directly to the large glass jar.
  • Pour room temperature water into the jar being sure to get all of the coffee grounds saturated.
  • Give the mixture a stir.
  • Cover the jar and leave at room temperature to brew for 12 - 18 hours.
  • After the cold brew coffee concentrate has brewed, strain out the grounds (or remove the nut milk bag with coffee grounds) and pour into a jug.
  • Store in the refrigerator.

Notes

This recipe makes a strong cold brew concentrate that is best served diluted with water, milk or cream (or non-dairy creamer) or ice.
Notes on making cold brew coffee at home:
  • The minimum brew time for a good cold brew concentrate is 12 hours but it can go up to 18 hours.
  • You can brew your coffee concentrate at room temperature or in the refrigerator.