Cold Brew at Home: A Money-Saving Option

Cold Brew Coffee. Making it at home will save you $$$Photo byCanva

How to Make Cold Brew at Home:

A Money-saving OptionCreating your own homemade cold brew coffee is not only a delightful and creamy refreshment, but it also presents a cost-effective solution. By making cold brew at home, you have the opportunity to tailor it precisely to your taste preferences.

The recipe I will share with you is incredibly simple, allowing you to have your personalized cold brew coffee ready in as little as 12 to 24 hours.

Let's begin by gathering the necessary ingredients. You will need a quart jar with a tightly sealed lid, opting for coarse grind coffee for the best results. Additionally, have water, flavored syrup or extract of your choice, and either cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer on hand.

Here is a breakdown of the ingredients required:

3 cups of cold water.

Approximately 3/4 cup of coffee grounds.

Flavoring or flavored extract (you may add it as needed).

Cheesecloth or fine-mesh strainer.

To commence the process, add the cold water, coffee grounds, and chosen flavoring into the quart jar. Securely attach the lid and vigorously shake the jar to ensure thorough mixing. Proceed by refrigerating the jar and allowing the mixture to sit for a duration of 12 to 24 hours. Once the designated time has passed, it is time to strain the coffee grounds. Utilize either a cheesecloth or a fine mesh strainer, carefully filtering the mixture into a pitcher or another quart jar with a lid.

For optimal results, I recommend diluting the obtained cold brew with a 1:1 ratio of water or milk. You may then add cream, sweeteners, or any additional flavors according to your preferences.

Lastly, serve the chilled beverage over ice to experience its refreshing qualities fully. Indulge in the pleasure of your homemade cold brew and savor every sip.

Enjoy the satisfaction of both your taste buds and your wallet, as you've discovered an excellent money-saving alternative.