(Part 2) Best products from r/coldbrew

I use this mason jar and these bag filters. I fill up the filter bags full with fresh coarse-ground coffee, tie it, plop it in the jar, and let it sit 12-16 hours. It has turned out well with the few beans I've tried, yields a concentrate that I dilute 1:1 with water.

I used to use the steel mesh filter that came with that mason jar, but it lets through fine particulates from the grounds. You can probably get the jar for less, but you could probably use that and just pour through a filter without using the bags.

So... mess around with what you got, if it's too strong, water it down. Doesn't have to be a perfect science as long as it tastes good!

That was extremely calming and relaxing. Really painted a good picture. The only thing is (Not your fault), it seems you can only make one at a time with that filter, which is rather disappointing. But the video was wonderful, minimal, and well done. Should be proud!

Edit: After going to the items Amazon page, one customer question includes usability with half gallon mason jars, which they say it works with and will hold enough grinds for. Im sold!

Any type of coffee should work. I bought this a few months ago and it makes the best cold brew. 12 hrs on counter and 12 hrs in fridge. It makes enough concentrate for me for a week. I've tried all kinds of beans and different grinds. Finer grind is better.

I've tried the nut bags and they are just messy.

I freakin love this pitcher.

XL Best Glass Cold Brew Coffee Maker & Iced Tea Pitcher Kit, Makes 1.3 Liters of Concentrate - Airtight Seal - System includes Jar / Carafe / Pot, Reusable Large Stainless Steel Micro Filter & Bumper https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MT85MPS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_iQYQzbS7ERK67

I used these filters plus 150g of coffee + ~6 cups of water per jar - a mix of 8 o'clock coffee and Starbucks. Both were whole bean, various dark bean flavors. I ground them in a regular electric coffee grinder on coarse (maybe I'm just used to doing that for French press), distributed them to their filters, rubber banded them, and stuffed them into 1/2 gallon mason jars. I am looking for larger, wider-mouth jars on amazon ATM because the only difficulty is trying to squeeze the water-laden filters OUT of the jars after brewing is complete. They usually tear, which isn't a huge deal, as I pour all of the coffee out first.

Once done, I'll have 3.5ish jars of cold brew coffee. At 150g, it's just the right strength for me. I usually don't take cream or use ice. I don't know how long these keep in the fridge because I've always drank it all within 2 weeks. I've heard anywhere from 2-4 weeks for shelf life. I may save a bit in a smaller mason jar for a month to test that out.

6 cups of water to 150g water seems to be about the perfect mix after much trial and error.

And yes, there is a definite quality difference between coffees. Mixing 8'oclock and Starbucks is a good taste for me that's not terribly expensive. I'd love to find a nice dark bean as oily and rich as SB but cheaper online - any suggestions?

Nothing glamorous but this brews cold coffee and is easy.

She might want to take an extra step at the end and filter through a paper filter to catch smaller grains. But overall a good easy product to use.

https://www.amazon.com/Takeya-10310-Patented-Airtight-Silicone/dp/B00FFLY64U?th=1&psc=1

There a lot of more expensive options out on the market, just depends on what you are looking for in a brewer.

Search this subreddit for takeya and you can read about everyone else’s experiences.

I used to make kratom tea so I needed a way to filter the kratom out. Kratom is super finely ground, so the Thai tea filters I bought on Amazon work great. Used them for cold brew and nothing gets through. So if anyone is looking for a good filter option ,check out Thai tea filters, another plus is they're reusable. https://www.amazon.com/Thai-filter-stainless-steel-muslin/dp/6167204012

Mine is somewhat like this :

https://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-GTF-B-Gold-Coffee-Filter/dp/B0001IRRLQ

Looks almost exactly like this

https://www.amazon.com/Filters-Cuisinart-Coffee-Maker-Charcoal/dp/B07M7F6V7G

I got it from a ninja coffee maker but there's a million similar things you can buy separately for not much.

https://www.walmart.com/ip/GoldTone-Reusable-8-12-Cup-Mr-Coffee-Reuseable-Basket-Replacment-Coffee-Filter-Permanent-Mr-Coffee-Filter-for-Mr-Coffee-Brewer-BPA-Free/699485382

https://www.walmart.com/ip/GoldTone-Reusable-4-Cone-Replacment-Cuisinart-Coffee-Filter-Permanent-Cuisinart-Coffee-Filter-for-Cuisinart-Machines-and-Brewers/607863842

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Replacemnt-Permanent-Reusable-4-Cone-Shape-Coffee-Maker-Filter-Gold-Tone-Stainless-Mesh-Basket/348190785


If you're not in USA let me know i can help you find other links but looks like it's available from both Amazon and Wal Mart

I really want to get one, but it just doesn't brew enough for me. I brew 64oz every few days, so the size wouldn't cut it. I've messaged them multiple times suggesting a bigger one, who knows if they'll follow through.

Edit: For the record, here is one of my favorite devices for cold brew. Cheap, and brews 64oz easily!

https://www.amazon.com/Takeya-Flash-Chill-Maker-Quarts/dp/B0095ZBJT2/ref=sr_1_1?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1486419399&sr=1-1&keywords=takeya+2+quart

It has to be like Stok? Stok isn't very good in my opinion and 6 hours to brew is too short. Even the 10 hours Stok's claims to brew is too short. Just buy a mason jar, pour grounds in and fill with water. Let it sit in the fridge for at least 18 hours. Buy an extra fine reusable filter and use that to filter out the grounds.

Here's what I use:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JN2K046/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I use these grounds and love it:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HFK955I/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/CoffeeSock-ColdBrew-Reusable-Organic-KIT64/dp/B00L7478JE

I brew in this, but you can also use it to filter out sediment. Quick and easy to clean.

Don't have one either but you're definitely paying for a e s t h e t i c with the Blue Bottle one. You can save ten bucks by getting a regular Hario bottle in brown on Amazon. This is the same thing, just blue.

Lazy link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00TF7WSVI/ref=asc_df_B00TF7WSVI5104127/

It’s sort of expensive to do this but you can get a great pour using a whipped cream dispenserrandom one on Amazon

[Baratza Encore] (https://www.amazon.com/Baratza-Encore-Conical-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B007F183LK)

Family members love it and it has lasted for them. I'm doing aeropress as well so this works for me. If you are making your own espresso at home though I've read that you should go with their higher end model.

I have made some changes to my ratio and have improved my methods. I used one of these to filter the large ball jars into smaller ball jars using paper filters. And yes, with one funnel this is tedious and uses a LOT of filters. I now use 1 and 3/4 cups coffee to 64 ounces of water. Have added two more stainless wide mouth funnels. So - next day when the brew is done, I set three small Ball jars with a funnel and paper filter in place. Pour off the entire batch into all 3 jars simultaneously, adding some thick and thin brew to each filter, and just dump the remaining grounds. Go away and let it drip, and then even out the jars to half way up and top off with water. I am now using three paper filters where I use to use 4, 5 and 6, trying to filter sludge by the end. Much quicker, less work, and I will do this forever.

I have [this one] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I7JKAQ0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and it has done well for me, I make it strong, and dilute the batch in a 3 liter jug

I use this in a large glass jug. Works perfectly.

Nut milk bags from amazon or local store. Filter it down to a very clear consistency.

Pro Quality Nut Milk Bag

I just bought:

Takeya 10311 Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker with Airtight Seal & Silicone Handle, Made in USA, 2-Quart, Black BPA-Free Dishwasher-Safe https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07C36HVWK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_SKpnDbMKN5YQY

I have only used it once. It looks like it has a very fine reusable filter in it. Maybe buy 2 to brew then pour it in the glass container?

I use a nut milk bag. It works wonders. I haven't had a "stuck" drip since I got one, and I can now use a variety of grind types (prior to getting the nut milk bag, I only used coarse grind, as other grinds were too prone to clogging the filter).

I wouldn't​ go back to just using the Toddy filter. This is the one I use: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KLT6X9W/

Give it a shot.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01JN2K046/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1