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How to Brew Cold Brew

How to brew great Cold Brew coffee at home — ratio, grind and step-by-step.

Ratio
1:8
Grind
extra-coarse
Dose
100 g
Water temp
20°C

Grind size

Twelve to twenty-four hours of cold water needs the coarsest grind on the chart — chunky, closer to breadcrumbs than sand. Fine grounds over that long turn harsh and muddy, and make filtering miserable. If it tastes thin, steep longer or add coffee before reaching for a finer setting.

1000–1400 µm · Extra coarse

Step by step

  1. 1
    Combine

    Combine coarse coffee and cool water.

  2. 2
    Steep

    Steep 12–18 hours at room temp or in the fridge.

  3. 3
    Filter

    Filter and dilute to taste.

Ratio calculator Grind settings for 193 grinders