French Press Cold Brew Coffee Recipe
French Press Cold Brew is a delightful method of crafting a deliciously smooth and rich coffee, that's perfect for warmer weather. This process allows for the coffee to extract its unique flavor profile, producing a full-bodied and less acidic taste that is distinct from traditional hot-brewed coffee.
Servings: 3 cups of concentrate
Equipment
- French Press
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole Bean Dark Roast Coffee or coarsely ground coffee
- 3½ cups Filtered Water or tap water
Instructions
- Grind the coffee. Place 2 cups of whole coffee beans into a grinder and grind until a coarse meal is formed (this step is optional, but you'll need to purchase coarsely ground coffee if not grinding it yourself).
- Pour the coffee into the pitcher. Add the coffee grounds to the French press pitcher and pour the water on top. Stir the ground and the water together before placing the press top on (don't press it down though).
- Steep for 12 to 24 hours. Place the French press on the counter or in your pantry and allow it to steep for 12 to 24 hours. The closer to 24 hours the richer the flavor will be, however, make sure to not over-steep it, which will result in a flavor loss.
- Press down the plunger. Slowly press down the plunger and pour the coffee into an airtight container and keep it in the fridge.
Notes
- Use filtered water: As previously mentioned, using filtered water can help to enhance the flavor of the coffee and prolong the life of your French press.
- Stir the mixture: After adding the coffee and water to the French press, give the mixture a quick stir to ensure that all the coffee grounds are evenly saturated.
- Press slowly: When pressing down the plunger, take your time to ensure that the mesh filter is separating the coffee grounds from the liquid. This will help to prevent any unwanted sediment from ending up in your cup.
- Don't store the cold brew in the refrigerator while steeping. Storing French press cold brew in the refrigerator while it steeps is not recommended as it can result in an over-extracted and bitter brew. It can also slow down the extraction process.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Sodium: 14mg | Calcium: 8mg