HOW TO MAKE THE PERFECT COLD BREW COFFEE

Making the perfect cold brew coffee requires a few key steps. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you make a delicious cold brew coffee:

1. Grind your coffee beans: Start by grinding your coffee beans coarsely. This helps to extract the flavours without over-extracting the bitterness. Use a burr grinder if possible, as it gives a more consistent grind size.

2. Measure the coffee and water ratio: A general rule of thumb is to use a coffee-to-water ratio of 1:4 or 1:5.

3. Combine coffee and water: In a large container or jar, combine the coarsely ground coffee with cold water. Stir gently to ensure all the grounds are saturated. You can use a spoon or shake the container to mix it.

4. Steep the coffee: Cover the container or jar with a lid or plastic wrap and let it steep at room temperature for at least 12 to 24 hours. The longer you steep, the stronger the coffee will be. Some people prefer steeping for up to 48 hours for a bolder flavor.

5. Filter the coffee: After steeping, strain the coffee mixture using a fine-mesh sieve, cheesecloth, or a coffee filter. This helps separate the coffee grounds from the liquid concentrate. You may need to strain it multiple times to remove all the sediment.

6. Dilute and serve: Once the coffee concentrate is ready, it's highly concentrated and needs to be diluted before drinking. Mix it with cold water, milk, or any other desired additives, according to your taste preference. Typically, a 1:1 or 1:2 ratio of concentrate to water is a good starting point. Serve the cold brew over ice and enjoy.

7. Storage: Store any leftover cold brew coffee concentrate in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It can usually be kept for up to a week, but the flavour may gradually change over time.