Cold Brew Coffee

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

Cold brew coffee is easy to make at home. It makes smooth, refreshing coffee. Unlike traditional iced coffee, cold brew uses cold water. It brews slowly. This creates a naturally smooth flavor. It has less bitterness.

What You'll Need

☕ 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee

☕ 4 cups of cold, filtered water

☕ A large jar or pitcher

☕ Coffee filter or fine-mesh strainer

☕ Ice

☕ Milk, cream, or sweetener (optional)

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee

1. Add your coffee grounds

Place 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee into a large jar or pitcher.

2. Add cold water

Pour in 4 cups of cold, filtered water. Stir gently to make sure all the coffee grounds are fully saturated.

3. Let it steep

Cover the container and place it in the refrigerator for 12–18 hours. The longer it steeps, the stronger the flavor will be.

4. Strain the coffee

Pour the mixture through a coffee filter or fine-mesh strainer to remove the grounds. Take your time—slowly filtering produces a cleaner cup.

5. Serve over ice

Fill a glass with ice and pour in your cold brew. Add a splash of milk or cream if you like.

6. Enjoy!

Pour, sip, and enjoy your homemade cold brew.

Make It Your Own

Want a stronger cold brew? Use a little more coffee or let it steep longer. Prefer a lighter cup? Dilute your cold brew with a bit of cold water or milk.

For the best flavor, start with freshly roasted, freshly ground coffee. The quality of your beans makes a huge difference in the final cup.

Ready to make your own? Grab a bag of freshly roasted Cold Brew Coffee from Fast Dog Coffee and give it a try.