How to Make Cold Brew Coffee
Cold brew is smooth, mellow, and easy to enjoy. Its lower perceived acidity and soft texture make it a favorite for warm days, long afternoons, and refreshing coffee moments.
Refreshing, smooth, and quietly satisfying.
Cold brew brings out a softer, rounder expression of coffee, especially enjoyable when served over ice or diluted to taste.
What You Need
Cold brew is one of the easiest methods to prepare ahead of time, and it rewards patience with a smooth and easy-drinking result.
Coffee to Water Ratio
A common starting point is 1:8 for concentrate.
For example, use 100g of coffee with 800g of water. After brewing, dilute it with water or ice to taste.
Grind Size
Use a coarse grind.
A coarse grind helps keep the brew cleaner and reduces unwanted bitterness during the long steep.
Step by Step
Cold brew takes time rather than effort, which makes it ideal for easy preparation ahead of the day.
A coarse grind is best for longer steeping and easier filtration later.
Add the coffee to your jar, pour in the water, and stir gently so all grounds are saturated.
Let the mixture steep for around 12 to 18 hours, depending on how strong you want it and whether it is stored at room temperature or in the fridge.
Filter the brew carefully through a fine mesh sieve and then through a paper filter or cloth if you want a cleaner result.
Serve over ice, then dilute with water, milk, or your preferred alternative depending on how concentrated the brew is.
Keep cold brew in the refrigerator and enjoy it over the next several days for an easy grab-and-pour coffee ritual.
Tips for a Better Cup
Filter carefully, especially if you want a smoother finish. When serving, dilute gradually until the flavor feels balanced and refreshing.
Ideal Flavor Profile
Cold brew often works beautifully with smooth, chocolatey, mellow, or slightly sweet coffees that stay pleasant even when chilled.
Best Brio Coffees for Cold Brew
Profiles with deeper sweetness and softer body often translate beautifully into a chilled, refreshing drink.
Terracotta Bloom
Its caramel and cocoa notes create a smooth, approachable cold brew with wide everyday appeal.
Medium RoastSignature Brio
This balanced house blend makes a refined and easy-drinking cold brew that feels versatile and polished.
House BlendMake Cold Brew Part of Your Ritual
Explore Brio coffees that deliver smooth refreshment, mellow richness, and effortless daily enjoyment.