If you’re a coffee lover, you’ve probably heard of cold brew coffee. Although it may sound complicated, cold brew coffee is actually a simple and delicious way to enjoy your coffee on a hot summer day. Plus, you can use your Bonavita coffee maker to make cold brew without any additional equipment. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use your Bonavita coffee maker to produce refreshing and delicious cold brew coffee.
Section 1: The Basic Principles of Cold Brew Coffee
Cold brew coffee is brewed with cool or room temperature water, rather than hot water. This method of coffee brewing produces a smooth and refreshing coffee with a lower acidity level. The key to making a great cold brew is giving your coffee enough time to steep. Cold brew can take anywhere from 12 to 24 hours to brew, depending on the strength you desire.
Step 1: Grind your coffee beans
The first step to making cold brew coffee is to grind your coffee beans. You’ll need medium to coarse coffee grounds, as finer grounds can clog the coffee filter and make your coffee sludgy.
Step 2: Add coffee grounds to the coffee filter
Place the coffee filter into your Bonavita coffee maker as you would for a regular brew. Then, add your coffee grounds to the filter.
Step 3: Add water
Add room temperature water to the coffee maker. The ratio of coffee to water is 1:4, so for every one cup of coffee grounds, use four cups of room temperature water.
Step 4: Brew your cold brew coffee
Turn on your Bonavita coffee maker and let your coffee brew for at least 12 hours. You can let it steep for up to 24 hours if you prefer a stronger brew.
Step 5: Remove the coffee filter
After the brewing process is complete, remove the coffee filter and grounds from the coffee maker.
Step 6: Store your cold brew coffee
Transfer your cold brew coffee to a large pitcher or container and store it in the fridge for up to one week.