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Iced Coffee vs.

Cold Brew: How They Are Made

Iced coffee is simply brewed hot coffee that’s served over ice.

Glases of iced coffee

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It’s as simple as that.

Cold brew, as the name suggests, is brewed without heat.

Then you strain it through a cheesecloth, flour sack, or paper filter and pour it over ice.

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee

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you’ve got the option to also use a French press to steep and strain cold brew.

Some people also like to make an ultra-concentrated cold brew and then dilute it with water just before serving.

Finally, there are also special cold brew makers, such asthis one from OXO.

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Do Cold Brew and Iced Coffee Taste Different?

Does Cold Brew or Iced Coffee Taste Stronger?

Does Cold Brew or Traditional Iced Coffee Have More Caffeine?

They’re both delicious when made properly, so why not make room for both in your coffee routine?