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How to make cold brew coffee

How to make cold brew coffee

Name: How to make cold brew coffee
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: makes 200ml
Ingredients: 50g ground coffee (use coarsely ground for cafetières); ice; sparkling water or still water to dilute

Miriam Nice

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Preparation and cooking time
- Prep:5 mins
- plus 24hrs steeping, no cook
Easy
makes 200ml

High in caffeine, this iced cold brew coffee will keep you cool on hot days while giving you the boost you need. Enjoy an ultra-refreshing kick-start to your day

Gluten-free
Vegan
Vegetarian

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50g ground coffee
(use coarsely ground for cafetières)
ice
sparkling water
or still water to dilute

Nutrition: per serving

kcal0
fat0g
low
saturates0g
carbs0g
sugars0g
fibre0g
protein0.1g
salt0.01g

Method

step 1
Put 400ml cold water into a large jug or jar and add the coffee grounds, but do not stir the mixture. Cover and leave to steep for 24 hrs.
step 2
Gently stir the mixture, then pour it through a funnel or sieve lined with coffee filter paper (or a sheet of kitchen paper) into another large jug. This concentrate will keep in the fridge for 2-3 days.
step 3
To serve dilute 1 part cold brew with 2 parts still or sparkling water (or to your taste) and serve with lots of ice.

What is cold brew coffee?

Cold brew coffee is produced by steeping coffee grounds in cold water for an extended period (18-24 hours). While the coffee infuses slowly in the water, this creates a strong, concentrated brew,

How is cold brew coffee different from regular coffee?

As the coffee grounds are steeped in cold water rather than hot, this process takes a lot longer than regular coffee in order to extract the right amount of flavour, caffeine and colour.

The slow, gentle infusion process results in a smoother, less acidic flavour than regular coffee. This is because fewer of the coffee’s bitter compounds are extracted in cold water, making cold brew coffee slightly sweeter in taste. It’s often slightly stronger than regular coffee, but can be diluted with water, if you wish.

How to serve cold brew coffee

Cold brew coffee can either be served over ice for a refreshing drink, or warmed up in the microwave. When heating, you can add a splash of water, if desired, to slightly dilute the coffee.