I learned about cold brewing coffee somewhere...but I just can't remember.
I have always heard that for iced coffee cold brewed is so much better than brewing it hot and letting it cool down. And I think it was. The rumors are true. Is it a huge difference...I don't know. Not really I guess. But an iced coffee with a little toffee nut syrup (I buy this syrup by the bottle from Starbucks) and a little 2% milk on a hot afternoon is divine. Not to mention a nice little pick me up.
Yes, I sometimes reuse my Starbucks cup. But I only do it once and then clean it and recycle-I know you are not suppose to use disposable plastic containers over and over. Because it will kill you. I'm pretty sure that's 100% true.
So here's the skinny: In a coffee pot or large glass jar mix together 4 cups of filtered water and 1/2 cup ground coffee. Allow to seep for 8 to 12 hours. Pour coffee through a strainer covered by a coffee filter to remove coffee grounds. Yes, this is quite black but it gets poured over ice which dilutes it. This makes enough for two medium size servings (or one big Venti). Enjoy!
I am SO excited to try this recipe. I've tried the dunn bros way, and then another way (which I can't remember) and they all turned out to be too dark and WAY too strong. Thanks for posting a recipe that is a smaller portion size too. YAY!
Posted by: kelly stieben | March 21, 2010 at 10:58 AM
i love this... looks delish! cant wait to try it!!!!
Posted by: MissAlyssa | March 21, 2010 at 12:41 PM
I love making my own iced coffee and fraps. Of course they are nowhere near as good as Starbucks but a lot cheaper, ha!
Posted by: Kristy | March 21, 2010 at 12:41 PM
Oh no but I'd have to wait 8-12 hours for my coffee.. still looks really good to try it though! How much is the syrup?
Posted by: cassie | March 22, 2010 at 12:11 AM
Ooh this is getting bookmarked for sure. Looks amazing and I'm TRAGIC at brewing my own coffee (hot) so this is amazing. Thanks!
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Posted by: homeschooler | March 22, 2010 at 09:24 AM
Now I want an iced coffee =)
But I guess I can't wait for 8 to 12 hours. But I am going to try that recipe for sure. Thanks for sharing, Emma
Posted by: eeny | March 22, 2010 at 11:57 AM
i really like you as a bruntte emma, but your adorable blonde as well! i think im going to try this coffee tonight in order to stay up studying!
Posted by: Keely | March 22, 2010 at 12:01 PM
Thanks for the guide! I always wanted to drink cold and refreshing drinks during 3pm-4pm.
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Posted by: Julia Gaw | March 22, 2010 at 08:04 PM
Great idea!!! I love iced coffee! mmmm!
Posted by: Jessica | March 22, 2010 at 10:45 PM
looks so good! can't wait to try that technique!
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if reusing plastic cups can kill a person, i'll be dead before morning.
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Try using a gold metal filter instead of a paper filter, it leaves all the tasty oils behind that give coffee it's nuances of flavor.
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Posted by: thomassabouk | October 28, 2010 at 10:32 PM
I heard that ice coffe tastes great. I haven't had the opportunity to taste it but the next time that I have that opportunity I will.
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