Cold brew takes a while to make. Luckily, you don’t have to do anything while you wait.

Make a batch, put it in the fridge and you’ve got cold coffee ready whenever you want it.

The Recipe

Coffee: 100g
Water: 1 litre
Grind: Coarse
Brew time: 12–16 hours
Ratio: 1:10

The Method

1. Grind Your Coffee

Weigh out 100g of coffee and grind it coarse.

2. Add Your Water

Add the coffee to a large jar or container and pour in 1 litre of cold, filtered water.

Give it a good stir to make sure all the coffee is wet.

3. Let It Brew

Cover the container and place it in the fridge for 12–16 hours.

We normally find overnight does the job nicely.

4. Strain

Pour the coffee through a fine mesh sieve to remove the grounds.

For a cleaner brew, strain it again through a paper coffee filter.

5. Pour Over Ice

Fill a glass with ice, pour in your cold brew and you’re done.

Drink it black, add milk or make it your own.

6. Keep It Cold

Store the rest in a sealed container in the fridge and drink it within about a week.

That’s it.

100g coffee. 1 litre water. Overnight in the fridge.

Tomorrow’s coffee, sorted.

Cold Brew Coffee FAQs

What coffee is best for cold brew?

Whatever coffee you like. Different coffees will give you different results, so start with something you already enjoy and experiment from there.

What grind should I use for cold brew?

Coarse. A coarse grind works well with the long brew time and also makes the coffee easier to strain.

What is the best ratio for cold brew coffee?

We recommend starting with a 1:10 ratio — 100g of coffee to 1 litre of water.

How long should I brew cold brew coffee?

Around 12–16 hours is a good starting point. We find leaving it in the fridge overnight works nicely.

How long does cold brew last in the fridge?

Keep it in a sealed container in the fridge and aim to drink it within about a week.