Brew methods

Cold brew

Also known as café frío · cold brew

Sistema de cold brew por inmersión (tipo Toddy)

Coarse grounds steep in cold water for hours (typically 12–24 h), then filtered and served cold or diluted.

Often a concentrate ratio (e.g. 1:5–1:8) diluted when serving. In Brew: Cold brew.

Too short a steep, fine grind (muddy), or not chilling the concentrate.

How to use

Ratios, gear and steps to brew it.

Ratios and parameters

  • Dose 80 g
  • Water 1 L cold water
  • Ratio 1:12–1:15 (dilutable concentrate)
  • Grind Coarse
  • Temperature Room / fridge (4–20 °C)
  • Time 12–18 h

What you need

  • Jar or bottle
  • Filter / press / bag
  • Scale
  • Fridge (optional)

Brewing steps

  1. Mix coarse coffee with cold water; stir to wet fully.

  2. Cover and steep 12–18 h (fridge cleaner; room faster/bolder).

  3. Filter via press, paper or bag; keep concentrate.

  4. Serve diluted 1:1 with water/ice or to taste.

Tips

  • Don’t use espresso grind—bitter and clogs filters.
  • Store concentrate sealed in the fridge 3–5 days.

In Cafesito

Save coffees to your pantry, brew with method and keep your diary.

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