Cold brew — is a cold coffee that is prepared in a completely different way than traditional hot coffee cooled by ice. In the case of cold brew, the grains are brewed with cold or room temperature water, and this process lasts longer than — from 8 to 24 hours. The result is a drink with a mild, less sour and at the same time rich taste, without the bitterness that is often present in hot coffee.
The process of preparing cold brew is extremely simple, but requires patience. Ground coffee is mixed with cold water, infused in the refrigerator or at room temperature, and then filtered. The resulting concentrate can be drunk in its pure form, water, ice, milk or plant alternatives can be added. With long-term infusion, cold brew contains more caffeine than regular coffee, making it popular with those looking for an energy boost for the day.
The history of cold brew begins in the 17th century in Japan: there was a method of brewing coffee with cold water, known as "Kyoto-style".
The drink became especially popular in the US in the 2010s when it began to be sold in bottled, bottled and even nitrogen — "nitro cold brew" that resembles dark beer with creamy foam.
Due to its low acidity, cold bru is often chosen by people with a sensitive stomach.
At home, it is easy to prepare in a large jar, French press or a special cold brew.
Cold brew — is not just a way of making coffee, but a whole culture. It is ideal for a hot summer, refreshes, invigorates and opens new facets of your favorite drink.
How to cook cold brew:
Ingredients:
100 g of freshly ground coarsely ground coffee (as for a French press)
1 liter of cold or room water temperature
Container with lid (can, jug or French press)
Sieve with gauze, paper or reusable filter
Method of preparation:
Mix coffee and water Pour ground coffee into a container and pour water. Mix well with a spoon so that all the coffee is soaked.
Cover and leave to infuse Close the container with a lid or film and leave at room temperature or in the refrigerator at 12–18 hours. The longer the — is infused, the richer the taste will be.
Strain the drink Strain the cold brew through a sieve covered with gauze or a coffee filter into a clean container. Can be strained twice for greater purity.
Cool and serve Serve with ice, water, milk or vegetable drink — depending on taste preferences.
Tips:
Cold brew can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
If you want a stronger drink, use a ratio of 1:5 (coffee: water). If lighter — 1:10.
It is a concentrate: it can be diluted with water or ice before consumption.
Cold, soft and flavorful — cold brew will be the summer favorite drink for all coffee lovers.
