Mastodawn

Random stuff off the curb haul: coconut coir (usable for seed starting), brand new. And some kind of almoat brand new fancy cold brew coffee thing, figured I would try it out and/or put it with the car camping/disaster stuff in case the opportunity arises for real coffee.

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AI6YR Ben 17h ago

I guess you just fill it with coffee and leave it in there with room temperature water for 24 hours.

I always thought the "cold brew coffee" Starbucks was pushing was a labor saving and profit device... cold brew coffee takes their staff about 10 seconds to pour into a cup from a spigot, like a soda machine, and they charge you almost $6... and then if you want it with cream or caramel or whatever fancy schmancy thing they add a couple of dollars on top for more profit. It goes straight to Starbucks' bottom line to NOT require any labor for your coffee.

"Burke Cold Brew Maker, 1.6 Qt, Removable Mesh Brew Filter - Primula"

#coffee

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Robert

@[email protected] When doing cold brew at home, it's usually a higher ratio of grounds to water. Then, when strained (usually after 24 hours), you are left with essentially a "concentrate". To get your coffee, add equal parts concentrate with hot water.

I always used a gallon pitcher, and then a strained lined with cheese cloth. No fancy equipment needed.