How To Make Cold Brew Coffee in French Press

1. What You’ll Need

• French press (8-cup size works best)

• Coarsely ground coffee (similar to raw sugar texture)

• Cold or room temperature filtered water

• Spoon for stirring

• Refrigerator

2. Coffee-to-Water Ratio

• Standard ratio: 1 cup coarsely ground coffee : 4 cups cold water

• For stronger concentrate, use a 1:3 ratio.

• Adjust based on your taste preferences.

3. Steps to Brew

1. Add Coffee Grounds

• Place your coarsely ground coffee into the french press.

2. Pour Water

• Add cold or room temperature water slowly, ensuring all grounds are saturated.

• Stir gently with a spoon to mix.

3. Steep

• Place the plunger on top (don’t press down).

• Put the french press in the refrigerator (or leave on the counter if cool).

• Steep for 12–16 hours for best flavor.

4. Press and Strain

• After steeping, slowly press down the plunger to separate the coffee from the grounds.

• If you want an extra smooth brew, pour the coffee through a paper filter or fine mesh strainer after pressing.

4. Serve

• Cold brew concentrate is strong. Dilute with cold water, milk, or a milk alternative at a 1:1 ratio (or adjust to taste).

• Serve over ice and enjoy.

5. Storage

• Store leftover cold brew in a sealed jar or bottle in the fridge.

• It stays fresh for up to 1 week.

✅ Tips for Better Cold Brew

• Always use coarse grounds—fine grounds make the coffee cloudy and hard to strain.

• Use filtered water for cleaner flavor.

• Experiment with steeping time: shorter (8–10 hours) for lighter coffee, longer (16–18 hours) for stronger concentrate.