The Ultimate Cold Brew Guide: From Brew Method to Café-Worthy Results at Home
Posted on April 05 2025,
After our recent cold brew blog stirred up so much love, we realized just how many people are passionate about great cold coffee. So here it is—a deep-dive for the curious home brewers, the detail-obsessed, and every café that wants to offer cold brew that stands out.
What is Cold Brew, Really?
Cold brew isn't just cold coffee. It’s coffee that’s brewed slowly over time, usually 16 to 24 hours, using cold or room temperature water. Unlike iced coffee, which is brewed hot and then chilled, cold brew extracts different flavor notes and results in a smoother, low-acid drink. It’s rich, mellow, and naturally sweet.
How to Brew Cold Brew at Home (Step-by-Step)The Classic Immersion Method (Using a French Press or Jar):
Coffee-to-Water Ratio: Start with 1:8 (e.g., 100g coffee to 800ml water)
Grind Size: Coarse, like sea salt
Brew Time: 16–18 hours in the fridge
Filter: Use a French press plunger, a sieve, or cheesecloth to separate the grounds
Serve: Dilute with water, milk, or enjoy it strong over ice
Want to go café-style? Try the slow-drip cold brew tower method. More complex, but more clarity and control.
What to Look For in Great Cold Brew Coffee
Flavor Profile: Should be smooth with rich notes—think chocolatey, nutty, or fruity. No harsh bitterness.
Mouthfeel: A good cold brew should feel balanced, not too watery or too thick
Low Acidity: One of cold brew’s superpowers is being gentle on the stomach
Clarity vs Body: Depends on your filter and grind size—some like it clean, some like it textured
Freshness: Always use freshly roasted beans, and grind them just before brewing if possible
Why 7000 Steps Cold Brew Beans are Different
Grown at high elevations in semi-wild conditions of Northeast India
Naturally fruity and bold, with a smooth chocolatey base
Blend of Arabica and Robusta for the perfect balance of strength and flavor
Roasted specifically to bring out cold brew-friendly notes
Great for immersion and slow-drip methods
100% pure coffee—no chicory, no additives
Comes in café-ready packs and home-brewer sizes
For Cafés: Cold Brew That Sets You Apart
Consistent flavor across batches with our roast profiles
Easy-to-train brew methods
Versatile: Serve black, with milk, or use for signature cold drinks (cold brew tonic, vanilla cold brew, etc.)
Appeals to a growing audience of health-conscious and specialty coffee lovers
Custom blends and grind sizes available for cafés
Final Tips from the 7000 Steps Team
Use filtered water—it makes a difference
Steep in glass or stainless steel, not plastic
Try brewing with a cinnamon stick or orange peel for flavor experiments
Cold brew concentrate keeps up to 10 days in the fridge
Freeze leftover brew into ice cubes to avoid dilution
Cold brew takes time, but every sip is worth it. Whether you're sipping slow on a Sunday or serving it to a bustling café crowd, 7000 Steps is here to help you brew better, smoother, more consistent cold brew—every step of the way.
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