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Want to make easy homemade cold brew that beats the coffee shop? This is my favorite way to get smooth, never-bitter iced coffee! The homemade version is so much cheaper than buying it out, and this easy recipe guarantees perfect results every time. Trust me, once you try making cold brew this way, you'll never go back!
Let's Brew Some Coffee
This easy recipe has just four simple steps. Start with coarsely ground coffee for your homemade brew - it makes all the difference. Let it steep overnight in cold water, strain it in the morning, and you've got perfect homemade cold brew concentrate ready to enjoy however you like!
Why Make Your Own
Making this homemade cold brew just makes sense! My easy recipe produces coffee that's naturally sweet and smooth, never bitter. You can adjust the strength of your homemade version exactly how you like it, and one batch lasts all week. Plus, this easy recipe saves so much money compared to buying it every day!
Ways To Enjoy It
- Classic Iced
- Pour your homemade concentrate over ice, add water or milk - perfect every time!
- Warm It Up
- This easy recipe works great heated too - just warm it gently.
- Make It Your Own
- Customize your homemade cold brew with cream, syrups, or spices.
My Best Tips
For perfect homemade cold brew every time: Use coarse ground coffee in this easy recipe - fine grounds make it bitter. Good water makes better coffee, and don't steep longer than 15 hours. My favorite tip for this homemade version? Freeze some in ice cube trays to keep your drink cold without watering it down!
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Mix It Up
This easy recipe is so fun to customize! Try adding vanilla to your homemade cold brew, or steep it with a cinnamon stick. Sometimes I make my homemade version with coconut water instead of regular water - it's amazing! This easy recipe even works as a base for mocha by adding chocolate syrup.
Don't Waste Those Grounds
After making your homemade cold brew, save those grounds! I use them in my easy recipe for garden compost - plants love them. You can make a natural body scrub, or use dried grounds to absorb odors. This homemade version keeps giving even after you've enjoyed your coffee!
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why grind coffee coarsely?
Coarse grounds prevent bitter over-extraction and make straining easier.
- → Does steeping time matter?
Around 12 hours is ideal - too short makes weak coffee, too long becomes bitter.
- → Can I use pre-ground coffee?
Yes, but request coarse grind. Standard pre-ground is too fine for best results.
- → How long does it keep?
Up to one week refrigerated in airtight container.
- → Why cold brew vs regular coffee?
Creates smoother, less acidic coffee that's perfect for iced drinks.