If you use the wrong-sized coffee grounds when making cold brew, you might find yourself with over-infused or gritty coffee as a result. The secret to making deliciously smooth cold brew is using coarsely ground beans. “Using a coarser grind will make the filtration process easier and your coffee taste far less bitter,” says Kicking Horse Coffee. “Grinding too fine can heat up the grounds, which can negatively affect your cup.”
Some other ways to make sure you’re getting the best cold-brewed cup o’ joe? Always use cold filtered water and don’t steep the coarse grounds less than 12 hours — even if you’re really excited to try some (trust us, it’s worth the wait). A good rule of thumb is to steep it between 12 and 15 hours. Another pro tip? If you’re feeling creative, create a homemade tea bag to infuse the coffee instead of mixing your coffee with water. “We used a double filtration method,” says Kicking Horse Coffee. “First we tied up our coffee in a paper filter. Then we put the wrapped coffee in a nut bag, the kind you use when making almond milk at home. The result is a very clean bright cup of cold brew coffee.”
