Have you discovered cold brew coffee? I recently heard some people raving about this coffee brewing method, and just had to try it for myself. This process of making coffee is even enjoyed by those who do not normally drink coffee. Do you love those iced lattes? How about frappuccinos from Starbucks? Now you can make your own at home better and cheaper than what you can buy!
Cold brew coffee can be made and stored for up to a week in the refrigerator or until you are ready for a refreshing cup of coffee. It is preferred by many over hot coffee because it is easy to make, is not as acidic, tastes less bitter and does not contain as much caffeine. Not to mention it is smooth and oh-so-delicious! You gotta try it–I am officially hooked on it’s goodness.
What is Cold Brew Coffee?
Cold brew is often associated with iced coffee; however, this is not the same thing. Iced coffee is brewed hot and then chilled. If you see someone doing that- it is so different. Cold brew is made with cold water. This is not a new process although it has recently become popular. The actual cold filtration process used to make cold brew coffee is said to be more than 150 years old although you will find many stories about how this drink came about depending on who you ask.
How is Cold Brew Coffee made?
Cold brew is made by steeping coffee grounds in cold water or room temperature water. They must sit for a period of time. The recommended time is 12 hours or longer. It is often called ‘Toddy coffee’, which is actually a trademarked system for brewing the coffee.
The grind of the coffee is one of the things that makes a difference in this drink. Most say the grind should be coarse rather than medium or fine. But I found differing opinions on this. I actually ground mine fine on my first batch and loved the results. I am going to try different grinds to see what I like best, so I say experiment and see what you prefer.
After the 12 hour steeping, the...
