Cold-Brew Coffee

Smooth and refreshing cold-brew coffee made by steeping coarsely ground coffee beans in cold water for 24 hours. This concentrate can be served over ice and diluted with water or milk for the perfect summer drink.

6 servings
24 hr 15 min

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces high-quality coffee beans
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 piece equipment

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place ground coffee in 12-cup container. Slowly pour 6 cups cool water over grounds. Stir very gently just until grounds are moistened. Seal container and chill 24 hours.

    1440 min

  2. 2.

    Strain coffee grounds through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl. Strain again through coffee filter into a large bowl or 3-cup (or larger) resealable container. (Alternately, skip the straining and use a thick filter, like for a Chemex.) To serve, pour over ice and dilute 1:1 with water or milk.

    15 min