Category: Cold Brew

Cold Brew

3 Sneaky AeroPress Cold Brew Overnight Recipes

Do you find cold brew irresistible? Then you’re in the right place.

In this post, you’ll learn 3 sneaky AeroPress cold brew overnight recipes. These recipes will turn you into an AeroPress genius.

If you’ve mastered the AeroPress normal and inverted brewing methods, well done!

You’re now ready to begin using some lesser-known brewing methods and recipes.

One such method that you’d be insane not to learn, is the AeroPress cold brew overnight method.

Each recipe is super easy to prepare and results in a delicious small batch of cold brew. They’re perfect for enjoying first thing in the morning or in the afternoon.

So let’s get into it!

animated gif of glass mug with AeroPress overnight cold brew inside and milk being poured in.

Surefire AeroPress Cold Brew Overnight With Fellow Prismo Recipe

Tip: You don’t have to use the Prismo for this recipe, but it definitely helps. It’s best kept air-tight and the Prismo does that.

For this one, we’ll follow the cold brew recipe provided by Fellow, the makers of the Prismo.

It’s a little bit different from a standard AeroPress inverted cold brew recipe. The reason for this is that you can leave it sitting in the regular position because the Prismo is air-tight.

You’ll prefer leaving the AeroPress in the regular position, as it’s a lot more stable.

Also, it produces a cold brew concentrate, so when it’s ready, you’ll need to add some extra water or milk to it.

You can learn more about the Prismo and all its unique benefits here.

Fellow Prismo, Pressure-Actuated Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker with Reusable Filter
Fellow Prismo, Pressure-Actuated Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker with Reusable Filter
See on Amazon

Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on:

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.

 

Ingredients

  • An AeroPress
  • A Fellow Prismo
  • 35 grams of coarsely ground coffee – due to the long steeping time, if it’s fine, the result will be bitter
  • 130 grams of water (room temperature)

Steps

  1. Prepare the AeroPress by placing it in the inverted position. Insert the plunger just above the number 4 on the AeroPress chamber.
  2. Pour in your 35 grams of ground coffee and 130 grams of water.
  3. Stir the coffee for at least 20 seconds.
  4. Attach the Fellow Prismo cap onto the end of the AeroPress chamber.
  5. Place the AeroPress in your fridge for at least 12 and up to 24 hours. If using a Fellow Prismo, you can place it either in the regular position.
  6. Once you’ve left it for between 12 – 24 hours, grab your best glass mug (with ice added, if you want to make it extra cold!) and place the AeroPress on top. Press the AeroPress into your cup.
  7. Add sugar/milk to taste and enjoy your delicious reward. It’s well worth the wait!

Animated gif of pressing cold brew from AeroPress with Fellow Prismo into glass mug with ice.Be aware that this can wear out the rubber gasket on your AeroPress plunger. It’s best not to leave it compressed inside the main chamber.

Brewing cold brew with this method is doing just that, so if that bothers you, don’t use this method too often.

Let’s look at the next delicious recipe!

Traditional Cold Brew With An Unexpected AeroPress Twist

This recipe was found on reddit. It adds an unexpected AeroPress twist to the proven cold brew recipe.

You prepare the coffee in a jar and stick it in the fridge overnight. Then press it through the AeroPress when you’re ready to drink it.

Super simple and super delicious!

Ingredients

  • An AeroPress
  • ⅔ cup of medium fine ground coffee beans (about 60 grams)
  • 1 ½ cups of cold water
  • A jar with an air-tight lid

Steps

  1. Pour the ground coffee and water into the jar.
  2. Stir the coffee for at least 20 seconds.
  3. Put the lid on the jar and place it in your fridge for 10 – 12 hours.
  4. When it’s ready to drink, prepare a cup with some ice and put your AeroPress on top.
  5. Pour the cold brew concentrate into the AeroPress chamber up to the number 2.
  6. Top it up with some cold water up to the number 4 and press it into the cup.
  7. Add milk/sugar to taste.

Like I said, super simple and super delicious!

Now let’s take a look at the most surprising one yet, recipe number three!

Badass Cold Brew With The PuckPuck AeroPress Attachment

OK, I’ve got a confession to make. I’m going to be completely honest here.

This next recipe isn’t an overnight recipe. It’s the sneakiest of all three, but in a life-changing way!

I thought I should share it with you though, because of its massive time-saving ability.

The long brew time is one of the only agonizing downsides to cold brew. Who doesn’t want to turbocharge their cold brew, right?!

In fact, it should only take about 2 ½ to 3 hours to brew. That’s unbelievable!

“How is that possible”, you ask? It’s all due to the help of a fascinating AeroPress attachment called the PuckPuck.

What’s The PuckPuck And What Makes It So Extraordinary?

The PuckPuck is an innovative puck-shaped AeroPress cold brew attachment.

It controls the flow of water into your AeroPress, helping you to make a delicious slow-drip cold brew.

By tightening or loosening the PuckPuck, you can effortlessly speed up or slow down the drip rate.

It’s recommended to have a drip rate of about 50 drips per minute. There’s even a simple app for Apple and Android to help you achieve the best drip rate.

Puck Puck Cold Brew Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker
Puck Puck Cold Brew Attachment for AeroPress Coffee Maker
See on Amazon

Prices pulled from the Amazon Product Advertising API on:

Product prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.

 

Let me show you how easy it is!

Ingredients

  • An AeroPress
  • A Puck Puck
  • A Puck Puck water vessel or compatible water bottle
  • 38 grams of medium ground coffee
  • 400 mls of cold water
  • 100 grams of ice
  • A jug or jar

Steps

  1. Remove the splash filter from the base of the PuckPuck. Unscrew and rinse both parts of the PuckPuck with hot water. Make sure that all four vent holes are unblocked, and then screw them back together.
  2. Put one of your AeroPress paper filters into the AeroPress cap. Attach the cap to the AeroPress chamber.
  3. Pour the ground coffee into the AeroPress chamber and gently shake it so it’s level. Place the Puck Puck splash filter on top of the coffee grounds.
  4. Place your AeroPress on a jug or jar. Attach the Puck Puck water vessel or compatible water bottle to the Puck Puck and place it on top of the AeroPress.
  5. Add the 100 grams of ice and then add the 400 mls of cold water to the vessel.
  6. Adjust the drip rate of the PuckPuck by slowly turning it until you start to see drips coming out of the valves. To achieve a 2 ½ to 3 hour brew time, you should be getting about 50 drips per minute.
  7. If you want some help getting the timing right, you can use the PuckPuck app. It’s available for both Apple and Android devices and helps you accurately adjust your drip rate.
  8. Once finished, pour it into your favourite cup and add milk/sugar to taste.

Conclusion

There we have it. 3 sneaky AeroPress cold brew overnight recipes that will make you the envy of your friends.

I hope you found these recipes helpful and have some fun making them.

You can experiment with the timings and taste the varying results. Take note of the method and timing you used, so if you create something sensational, you can make it again.

Have you tried any of these sneaky recipes? How did it turn out? Have you got another exciting recipe to suggest? Let me know in the comments below.

Stay caffeinated!

Cold Brew

How Coarse Should I Grind Coffee For Cold Brew?

If you’ve decided to make your own cold brew coffee at home and never tried the process before, you’ve probably got various questions going around your head, just like “How coarse should I grind coffee for cold brew”, right?

The type of grind you’ll want for a cold brew is coarse, but there’s much more to know than just that. Luckily for you, it’s actually a very simple process, but it does take much longer than a regular coffee brew.

For this post, we’ll be taking you through the process of making your own cold brew coffee and attempting to answer some of the questions you might have along the way, such as:

  • What do I need to make it?
  • How should I strain it when it’s ready?
  • What is the brew time?
  • What are the benefits?
  • Does it have more or less caffeine?

So let’s begin!

Disclosure: Some of these links are affiliate links, and at no additional cost, I earn a commission if you buy which helps to maintain this website.

What do I need to make cold brew coffee at home?

black liquid with ice cubes on Mason jar

There’s not much required to make cold brew coffee at home. The minimum requirements are:

  • A big air-tight jar or container to brew the coffee
  • Ground coffee
  • Cold water
  • Cheesecloth and strainer (or a paper filter and a funnel) for filtering the coffee once the brew is ready
  • Another big jar or container to use when filtering the coffee

The ratio of water to coffee grounds is about four cups of water to one cup of coffee grounds. This will make about eight cups of coffee, once diluted.

Should I use a fine or coarse grind?

In regards to the coarseness of the grind, you definitely DON’T want a fine grind, as this will produce a bitter brew. The grind should be coarse, about the same consistency as breadcrumbs or coarse sand.

Grind the coffee beans and pour the coarse ground coffee into the big jar.

Add the water and use a spoon to stir the mixture.

Seal the jar and leave it to steep.

Leaving it at room temperature is fine, but you’ll want to keep it out of direct sunlight.

reflection of cold brew neon sign on glass wall

How long does it take to brew?

The colder the water is, the longer it needs to be left to steep. We’d recommend between 18-24 hours for a smooth brew. Less time than that and the brew will likely be weak and bitter.

If you decide to leave it to steep in the fridge, it will be best to leave it for at least 24 hours.

How should I strain the cold brew when it’s ready?

One option is to put a funnel into a storage jar or container, place a paper filter (or two) over the funnel and pour the cold brew into the funnel.

While this method is ok, it can be easy to tear paper filters, so the best method is to use a cheesecloth and a strainer. This is done similarly to the funnel and filter method, but instead you place the cheesecloth over the strainer.

Place the strainer over your spare, empty jar/container with the cheesecloth sitting on top and then pour in the brewed coffee. This filtering process can take time, so be sure to pour the coffee slowly to avoid any spillage.

DO NOT press/squeeze the coffee grounds to extract liquid from them! This will not give you any benefit, but instead extract the bitterness from the coffee beans.

Your brew is now ready to consume. Ensure that you add one part water or milk to one part coffee.

Do I need any devices to make it? (plunger, etc)

While you certainly don’t need any devices to make your own, there are plenty of options available that can simplify and perhaps speed-up the process (but not the brew time).

Let’s take a quick look at some of these now:

  • Hario MCPN-14CBR Cold Brew Pot – One of the popular choices on amazon.com, this Japanese made cold brew pot makes 1 litre of coffee. It’s basically a glass jug with a mesh filter for the coffee, so very simple to use. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive.
  • Toddy Cold Brew System – Another very popular choice on amazon.com, this is a slightly more expensive option. It comes with a glass decanter with a lid, two reusable filters, a rubber stopper, instructions and a recipe guide. It also includes a one year manufacturer’s warranty (when purchased from an authorised reseller). One thing to mention is that the filters required will need to be replaced after 10 -12 uses or after three months, however you can extend their life if you use it together with a Toddy Paper Filter.
  • Primula Burke Cold Bew Coffee Maker – A similar option to the Hario MCPN-14CBR Cold Brew Pot, but a slightly larger volume of 1.5 litres. Overwhelmingly positive reviews.

The AeroPress is also worth mentioning here as a coffee maker that can be used for cold brew. If you’re interested in learning how to use it for making cold brew, check out my post with 3 cold brew overnight recipes.

An AeroPress sitting on a kitchen bench with its box in the background.

What are the benefits (if any)?

There are definitely some benefits to cold brew coffee over hot brew coffee. While there may be more than this, the benefits we could find were:

  • Low acidity – According to research by Toddy, compared to hot brew coffee, cold brew coffee is 67% lower in acidity. This not only improves the taste of the coffee, but also makes it gentler on your stomach.
  • Less bitter – It’s less bitter than hot brew coffee, due to the fact that heat extracts acidic oils from the beans, in particular the acidic oils that give it a bitter taste. If you find that yours is bitter, it could be because your grind is too fine or perhaps the brewing time was too long, leading to over-extraction.
  • Great in the summer when you’d still like to drink a cup of coffee, but the weather is too hot for a hot brew.
  • Easy to make a large amount for drinking throughout the week, which can be simply stored in the fridge.

Does it have more or less caffeine?

This is a tricky question to answer and requires a bit of explaining.

It generally extracts less caffeine from the coffee beans than a hot brew, however, because the ratio of ground coffee to water required is much higher (about 1:4), the finished product is stronger, more of a coffee concentrate.

You’ll want to add some water or milk to it when you’re ready to drink it, about one part coffee to one part water or milk.

So when comparing by volume, it’s about two times stronger than hot brew, which is why you’ll want to dilute it.

How long does cold brew coffee last?

You can safely store your concentrate in the fridge for around two weeks, but the flavour will begin to decline after about a week. If the coffee has been diluted with water, it will only keep for about half as long.

Please let me know in the comments below how your cold brew turned out!

Stay caffeinated!