Our Coffees & Accessories for Cold Brew

Yes, and that's a detail that changes everything. A coarser grind, thicker than classic filter coffee, allows the cold water to gradually seep between the grounds without over-extracting the tannins. The result: no bitterness, a clear infusion, and intact aromas. If you want to grind yourself, set your grinder to the coarsest setting.

Once steeped and filtered, your cold brew can be stored for up to 72 hours in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Beyond that, the flavors will begin to deteriorate. Our tip: prepare it the night before for the next day, and repeat as often as necessary with a Hario bottle and good Araku coffee; it really doesn't take long.

This is one of the most common misconceptions. A concentrated cold brew can indeed contain more caffeine than an espresso, but it all depends on the ratio used and the infusion time. With our recommended 1:16 ratio for 12 hours, you get a balanced drink, comparable in caffeine content to a well-dosed filter coffee. What cold brew offers, however, is a gentler extraction that significantly reduces acidity – excellent news for sensitive stomachs, and one more reason to adopt it without moderation.