{"id":34847,"date":"2023-04-11T20:20:03","date_gmt":"2023-04-12T00:20:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/?p=34847"},"modified":"2023-04-11T20:20:03","modified_gmt":"2023-04-12T00:20:03","slug":"french-press-cold-brew","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/2023\/04\/11\/french-press-cold-brew\/","title":{"rendered":"French Press Cold Brew"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f9a72b\">Have you ever tried <strong>French press cold brew<\/strong>?  Making it at home is easy and affordable, and its rich, bold flavor will have you hooked in no time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/french-press-cold-brew-1-3.jpg\" alt=\"Cold brew with cream\" class=\"wp-image-34849\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-70f3d7d2\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M478.21 334.093L336 256l142.21-78.093c11.795-6.477 15.961-21.384 9.232-33.037l-19.48-33.741c-6.728-11.653-21.72-15.499-33.227-8.523L296 186.718l3.475-162.204C299.763 11.061 288.937 0 275.48 0h-38.96c-13.456 0-24.283 11.061-23.994 24.514L216 186.718 77.265 102.607c-11.506-6.976-26.499-3.13-33.227 8.523l-19.48 33.741c-6.728 11.653-2.562 26.56 9.233 33.037L176 256 33.79 334.093c-11.795 6.477-15.961 21.384-9.232 33.037l19.48 33.741c6.728 11.653 21.721 15.499 33.227 8.523L216 325.282l-3.475 162.204C212.237 500.939 223.064 512 236.52 512h38.961c13.456 0 24.283-11.061 23.995-24.514L296 325.282l138.735 84.111c11.506 6.976 26.499 3.13 33.227-8.523l19.48-33.741c6.728-11.653 2.563-26.559-9.232-33.036z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0071a1\"><a>What you&#8217;ll love about this recipe:\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><strong>Make it ahead: <\/strong><\/strong>Cold brew concentrate can be made ahead of time and stored for up to a week in the refrigerator, making it a convenient option for busy mornings or hot afternoons.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><strong>Smooth flavor: <\/strong><\/strong>Because cold brew coffee is made slowly with cold water, it has a smoother, less acidic flavor than traditional hot brewed coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Affordable: <\/strong>Making cold brew coffee at home is cheaper than buying it from a coffee shop, and you can customize it to your liking by adding flavorings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unleash Your Inner Barista with Homemade Cold Brew<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s something undeniably refreshing about that first sip of smooth, velvety cold brew coffee. It really hits the spot, especially on a hot summer day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I have a terrible habit of treating myself to one just about every time I leave the house, which can blow through my budget pretty fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luckily, it&#8217;s really easy to make at home with just a French press and a little patience.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Making your own French press iced coffee will help you save money, plus you&#8217;ll also get the satisfaction of crafting your perfect cup. So grab your favorite beans, and let&#8217;s dive into the art of creating a full-bodied cold brew that&#8217;s perfect for sipping at home or on-the-go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/french-press-cold-brew-2.jpg\" alt=\"A french press filled with coffee grounds and water\" class=\"wp-image-34851\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/french-press-cold-brew-3.jpg\" alt=\"A french press filled with water and coffee grounds, after stirring. \" class=\"wp-image-34852\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\"><strong>What you\u2019ll need to make cold brew at home<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll need a few things to make this cold brew recipe, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A French press coffee maker. <\/strong>You can use a pitcher or a large mason jar, but you\u2019ll need a way to filter out the coffee grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Coffee beans. <\/strong>You&#8217;ll need about 1 cup of coffee grounds for every 4 cups of water. If you buy pre-ground coffee from the store, make sure it&#8217;s been stored in an airtight container \u2013 the longer coffee grounds are exposed to air, the less flavorful your drink will be!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Water.<\/strong> Filtered water makes for better tasting coffee than tap water because of its lack of chlorine and minerals that affect flavor. Tap is totally fine though! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-2-background-color has-background\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-dcee5fd8\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"img\" height=\"1em\" width=\"1em\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill=\"currentColor\" d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm92.49 313l-20 25a16 16 0 01-22.49 2.5l-67-49.72a40 40 0 01-15-31.23V112a16 16 0 0116-16h32a16 16 0 0116 16v144l58 42.5a16 16 0 012.49 22.5z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color\" id=\"handy-tip-prepare-ahead\" style=\"color:#e5766c\">Homemade Cold Brew Ratio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For cold brew that&#8217;s ready to drink, use 3\/4 cup coffee grounds for every 6 cups of water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also make cold brew coffee concentrate using 2 cups of coffee grounds for every 4 cups of water. If your French press is on the smaller side, or if you want to save storage space in the refrigerator, homemade cold brew concentrate is the way to go! You&#8217;ll need 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee for every 4 cups of water. Just remember that you&#8217;ll need to dilute it with water or milk before drinking! <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here&#8217;s how to make cold brew coffee in a French press:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grind <\/strong>your coffee beans. You&#8217;ll want a coarse grind. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add coffee<\/strong> grounds and cold water to the French press.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stir <\/strong>the mixture to ensure all the coffee grounds are fully saturated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Place <\/strong>the French press in the refrigerator and let it steep for at least 12 hours, or up to 24 hours for a stronger iced coffee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Press <\/strong>down the plunger on the French press to separate the coffee grounds from the liquid. It might be a little hard to press the plunger down, so use firm and steady pressure. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pour <\/strong>the cold brew coffee into a glass storage container. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Serve <\/strong>over ice with an equal amount of water or milk. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-2493cfd4\"><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xml:space=\"preserve\" viewBox=\"0 0 100 100\" y=\"0px\" x=\"0px\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns:xlink=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M23.6,5c-1.2,0-2.3,1.1-2.3,2.4v85.3c0,2,2.6,3.1,4.1,1.7L50,69.7l24.6,24.6c1.5,1.5,4.1,0.3,4.1-1.6V7.4  c0-1.3-1.1-2.4-2.4-2.4H23.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"gb-headline-text\">Recipe Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Try using flavored grounds or adding ground cinnamon or other flavorings to the mixture as it brews. If you&#8217;re using liquid flavorings, like vanilla extract or simple syrup, add them after the coffee grounds have been strained out. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Always use coarsely ground coffee beans. Finer grounds won&#8217;t filter out as well when using a French press. For an extra-smooth mouthfeel, filter the coffee a second time through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a coffee filter of cheesecloth. This will catch any grounds that happen to escape from the French press! <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cold brew coffee is best enjoyed over ice. You can also add milk or your favorite sweetener to taste.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/french-press-cold-brew-4.jpg\" alt=\"Making cold brew in a french press. \" class=\"wp-image-34853\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"faqs\"><strong>Frequently asked questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632692599561\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What&#8217;s so special about cold brewed coffee?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Cold brew is a method of making iced coffee that entails steeping grounds in cold water for a long period of time, then straining them. This process results in a low-acid, smooth beverage that&#8217;s less bitter than regular drip coffee.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632695442839\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long do I need to steep the coffee for?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Steeping time can vary depending on your personal preference, but generally, you should steep your cold brew for at least 12 hours in the refrigerator. If you prefer a stronger iced coffee, you can let it steep for up to 24 hours. Personally, I find that letting it steep overnight is perfect! <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1632695603958\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I make cold brew without a French press?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, you can use a pitcher, large mason jar, or other similar vessel instead of a French press, but you&#8217;ll need something to  filter out the grounds. A fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth works well! You could also use a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3GDbTam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">reusable nut milk bag<\/a>. <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1655327228723\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long can I store it?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It will keep in the refrigerator for up to a week. Always store your coffee in a container with a lid to prevent it from picking up refrigerator smells! <\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1681253072325\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I heat it up?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! Heat it up on the stove or pop it into the microwave for a super smooth cup of hot coffee.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1681253119521\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I freeze my cold brew?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There&#8217;s nothing better than a cold brew ice cube &#8212; except maybe a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthy-delicious.com\/low-carb-coffee-popsicles\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cold brew ice pop<\/a>! <\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>More coffee recipes<\/strong>:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/sweet-cream-cold-foam-recipe\">Sweet Cream Cold Foam <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/pumpkin-cold-foam\">Pumpkin Cold Foam<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/coffee-ice-cream\">No Churn Coffee Ice Cream<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/3-ingredient-coffee-rub-for-steak\">3-Ingredient Coffee Rub for Steak<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thebusyfoodie.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/french-press-cold-brew-1-2.jpg\" alt=\"French press cold brew topped with Irish cream cold foam. \" class=\"wp-image-34848\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know you can make homemade cold brew concentrate right in a your French press? <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":34853,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[31],"tags":[52],"class_list":["post-34847","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-drink-recipes","tag-make-ahead-recipe"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34847","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=34847"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/34847\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=34847"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=34847"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/staging.thebusyfoodie.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=34847"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}