This method guarantees a smooth and icy cup, every time.

You don’t even need much special equipment beyond a large container for making the coffee and a strainer.

Combine the grounds with water, then let it steep overnight, or for around 12 hours.

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During this time, the coffee slowly infuses into the water, creating a strong, concentrated brew.

Strain the next morning, and you’re ready to go.

Why Should You Cold Brew Your Coffee?

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Start with one cup of beans steeped in four cups of water.

I also really love that this method for making coffee actually saves me time in the morning.

But this, again, is a matter of personal taste.

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Too strong for your taste?Iced coffee does make a particularly strong cuppa joe!

If you’re serving it iced, the ice is meant to melt and dilute the coffee a little.

Ready to give cold brew coffee a try?

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Below is everything you better know to make your own batch at home.

Our readers have shared helpful ideas for using those grounds after you’ve made your cold brew.

You’ll need a scant cup (or 4 ounces) for this recipe.

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you might also make cold-brew coffee in aFrench press.

Steep the coffee overnight, then press to separate the grounds from the coffee.

Transfer the coffee to a bottle or jar for longer storage.

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Adjusting coffee strength:This recipe makes a fairly strong cup of coffee.

To make it less strong (or stronger, if that’s what you like!

), just adjust the amount of coffee beans to your suite your taste.

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The grounds should look like coarse cornmeal, not fine powder.

You should have just under 1 cup of grounds.

Pour the water over top.

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Stir gently with a long-handled spoon to ensure the grounds are thoroughly saturated with water.

Cover the jar with a lid or a small plate to protect it from dust and bugs.

Let the coffee steep for about 12 hours.

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The coffee can be left on the counter or refrigerated; steeping time is the same.

Line a small strainer with cheesecloth or flour sack cloth and place over a large measuring cup or bowl.

Pour the coffee through the strainer.

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Transfer the coffee to a small bottle or jar and store in the fridge for up to a week.

Dilute the coffee with as much water or milk as you prefer.

Serve over ice or warm for a few minutes in the microwave.

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