Perfect Cold Brew Iced Coffee Recipe

Experience the refreshing allure of Cold Brew Iced Coffee, a drink that transforms your coffee routine into a moment of cool indulgence. With its smooth, bold flavor and customizable accents like your favorite milk, this beverage offers a simple yet satisfying way to invigorate your day and bring friends together for a delightful sip.

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I love starting my day with this Perfect Cold Brew Iced Coffee. It’s really easy to make ahead and perfect for those busy mornings when you need that caffeine kick.

I begin by mixing 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee—medium or dark roast works best—with 4 cups of cold filtered water. Letting it steep creates a rich and smooth brew that’s absolutely worth the wait.

Once it’s ready, I pour it over a glass filled with ice cubes and add a splash of my favorite milk, sometimes cream or oat milk. A bit of sugar or simple syrup adds just the right touch of sweetness to make it extra refreshing.

I’ve tried other cold brew recipes before but nothing beats this one. It’s one of those cold brew coffee recipes that makes me feel like I’m having the best iced coffee I’ve ever tasted right at home.

Give it a try and see how easy it is to brew perfection yourself.

Why I Like this Recipe

I like this cold brew recipe because it fits perfectly into my busy routine. First, I love that i can make it ahead of time and have a refreshing iced coffee waiting for me when i need it most, especially on hot days. Second, i really enjoy how easy it is to customize – i can mix in my favorite milk and adjust the sweetness just how i like it. Third, the brewing process might take a while but the wait is totally worth it because the coffee comes out smooth and less acidic than my regular brew. Lastly, i appreciate that the recipe doesn’t call for much fancy equipment or complicated steps, which makes it perfect for someone like me who likes keeping things simple and tasty.

Ingredients

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The Perfect Cold Brew Iced Coffee recipe is a chill, refreshing treat that really relies on each ingredient to shine.

The coffee is the star, packing a punch of bold flavor and antioxidants even though it doesn’t offer fiber or protein.

Cold filtered water is important for a clean extraction and it helps to bring out all the taste in every sip.

Milk adds creaminess and a bit of protein if you choose to use it, while sugar or simple syrup gives a sweet kick that makes the brew extra enjoyable.

Check out some key ingredients below:

Coarsely ground coffee: Bold taste, antioxidant-rich, no fiber, flavor-packed base.
Cold filtered water: Extracts flavor, hydrates, pure, no calories added.
Milk of your choice: Creamy, adds protein, enriches flavor, customizable.
Sugar/simple syrup: Sweetens drink, minimal nutrients, extra flavor boost.

Ingredient Quantities

- 1 cup coarsely ground coffee (medium or dark roast works best)

- 4 cups cold filtered water

- Milk of your choice (cream, oat milk, etc. – optional)

- Sugar or simple syrup to taste (optional)

- Ice cubes for serving

How to Make this

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1. In a large jar or pitcher, mix 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of cold filtered water.

2. Stir it well so that all the grounds get wet.

3. Cover the jar and let it steep at room temperature or in the fridge for about 12 to 24 hours.

4. Once it’s brewed, give it a good stir before straining.

5. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter into another container to remove the coffee grounds.

6. Pour the coffee concentrate into a clean bottle or jar.

7. When you’re ready to serve, fill your glass with plenty of ice cubes.

8. Pour the cold brew over the ice.

9. Add milk of your choice, whether it’s cream, oat milk, or another kind, to taste.

10. Sweeten with sugar or simple syrup if you like, stir it up, and enjoy your perfect cold brew iced coffee!

Equipment Needed

1. Measuring cups for the coffee and water
2. A large jar or pitcher with a lid
3. A spoon for stirring
4. A fine mesh sieve or coffee filter
5. A clean jar or bottle for storing the concentrate
6. A glass for serving the iced coffee
7. An ice cube tray (if you need to make your own ice)

FAQ

How long should the coffee brew?

It’s best to let it steep for about 12 to 24 hours in your fridge so you get that smooth, rich flavor.

Can I use other types of coffee than dark roast?

Sure, medium roast works fine too, but dark roast tends to give a fuller flavor most times.

Is it important to use filtered water?

Yeah, using filtered water helps eliminate any off flavors and makes the coffee taste much cleaner.

How should I serve the cold brew?

Just fill a glass with ice cubes and add the cold brew, then top it off with your favorite milk or a bit of sugar if you like.

Can I adjust the strength of the coffee?

Absolutely, if you want it stronger, add more coffee grounds, if you like it lighter, use less. Just experiment until you get it just right.

Perfect Cold Brew Iced Coffee Recipe Substitutions and Variations

If you dont have 1 cup coarsely ground coffee, you can use decaf grounds or even a finer grind if you let it steep a bit longer.
Instead of 4 cups cold filtered water, try using cold mineral or even coconut water for a subtle flavor twist.
If you’re out of your usual milk, almond milk, soy milk, or even cashew milk work fine as alternatives.
For sugar or simple syrup, you could use honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute like stevia to sweeten your brew.
Don’t have regular ice cubes? Use coffee ice cubes which help keep your cold brew strong without diluting it.

Pro Tips

1. Try steeping the coffee in the fridge instead of at room temp if you want a smoother flavour and to keep it fresher for longer
2. Experiment with steeping times – if you leave it too long it might get too strong, but a shorter time could yield a lighter taste
3. When straining it, run the brew through a coffee filter after the mesh sieve to make sure there are no gritty bits left
4. For a fun twist, add a little extra milk or sweetener and give it a stir just before serving to really mix the flavors together

Perfect Cold Brew Iced Coffee Recipe

Recipe by Sam Ecclestone

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Equipment: 1. Measuring cups for the coffee and water
2. A large jar or pitcher with a lid
3. A spoon for stirring
4. A fine mesh sieve or coffee filter
5. A clean jar or bottle for storing the concentrate
6. A glass for serving the iced coffee
7. An ice cube tray (if you need to make your own ice)

Ingredients

1 cup coarsely ground coffee (medium or dark roast works best)
4 cups cold filtered water
Milk of your choice (cream, oat milk, etc. – optional)
Sugar or simple syrup to taste (optional)
Ice cubes for serving

Directions

In a large jar or pitcher, mix 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee with 4 cups of cold filtered water.
Stir it well so that all the grounds get wet.
Cover the jar and let it steep at room temperature or in the fridge for about 12 to 24 hours.
Once it’s brewed, give it a good stir before straining.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter into another container to remove the coffee grounds.
Pour the coffee concentrate into a clean bottle or jar.
When you’re ready to serve, fill your glass with plenty of ice cubes.
Pour the cold brew over the ice.
Add milk of your choice, whether it’s cream, oat milk, or another kind, to taste.
Sweeten with sugar or simple syrup if you like, stir it up, and enjoy your perfect cold brew iced coffee!

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.