Cold brew coffee has become an increasingly popular way to enjoy a refreshing iced coffee drink. The cold brewing process results in a smooth, sweeter tasting coffee that can be enjoyed over ice on a hot summer day. If you’re looking to make delicious cold brew coffee at home, using a KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker can help streamline the process.
In this article, I’ll provide a recipe and instructions for how to use a KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker to make perfect KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Recipe every time.
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What is Cold Brew Coffee?
Cold brew coffee is made by steeping coffee grounds in cold or room temperature water for an extended period, usually 12-24 hours. This prolonged steeping time extracts the flavors and caffeine from the beans without exposing them to heat. The result is a smooth coffee concentrate with lower acidity than traditional hot coffee.
The longer steeping process also draws out the sweeter, aromatic compounds in the beans resulting in a naturally sweeter taste. You don’t need to add as much sugar or cream to enjoy cold brew’s lush flavor.
How to Make KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee?
Making delicious cold brew coffee is easy with the right equipment like the KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker. Here is an overview of how to use this kitchen appliance to make smooth, refreshing cold brew:
Ingredients
- 9 ounces coarsely ground cold brew coffee
- 42 ounces water
- Ice cubes
- Milk of your choice
- Optional: Flavor syrup (e.g. French vanilla)
Equipment
- KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Coffee Maker: Take a look at the cold brew maker to ensure it is clean and assembled correctly. Fill the steeping basket with 9 ounces of coarsely ground coffee.
2. Pour Water Over Grounds: Slowly pour 42 ounces of water over the coffee grounds in a circular motion to saturate them. Pause to let them soak if needed.
3. Steeping: Place the lid on the coffee maker and let the coffee steep for 12-24 hours on the counter or in the fridge.
4. Draining: Once done steeping, remove the lid and place the filter basket at an angle to let it drain fully before discarding grounds.
5. Dilution: Mix one-third concentrate with two parts water or milk based on the manual’s ratio.
6. Prepare the Drink: Add ice, diluted concentrate, milk, and flavor syrup to taste in a glass.
7. Dispense and Enjoy: Use the dispenser to fill your glass, give it a final stir and enjoy the refreshing cold brew!
Tips:
- Use a medium-coarse coffee grind for full flavor extraction.
- The longer the brew time, the stronger the concentrate.
- Dilute with water or milk based on your preferred coffee strength.
- Refrigerate unused concentrate up to 2 weeks.
Cold Brew Coffee Recipe Variations
The smooth concentrate produced by the KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker lends itself to all kinds of delicious variations. Get creative with these recipe ideas:
Iced Vanilla Latte: Combine cold brew concentrate, milk, ice, and vanilla syrup in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously and pour into a glass. Top with cream.
Lemonade Cold Brew: Stir lemonade and cold brew concentrate together. Pour over ice and garnish with lemon slice.
Cold Brew Frappe: Blend cold brew concentrate, milk, frozen banana slices, peanut butter, and cocoa powder for a frosty treat.
Spiced Cold Brew: Stir cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice into chilled cold brew concentrate.
Creamy Coconut Cold Brew: Mix coconut milk and cold brew concentrate. Add ice and toasted coconut flakes.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve cold brew coffee concentrate over ice. Add milk, cream, or additional water to dilute and customize the strength.
- For hot coffee, gently heat the concentrate on the stovetop or in the microwave. Be careful not to boil or overheat.
- Use concentrate to create iced lattes, coffee cocktails, frappes, and more.
- Mix with milk, non-dairy milk or milk alternatives if desired.
Storing Leftover Concentrate
- Keep unused cold brew concentrate sealed in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- For longer storage, freeze unused concentrate in ice cube trays or mason jars.
- Thaw frozen concentrate in the fridge before using. Avoid microwaving.
- Discard if concentrate smells or tastes unpleasantly bitter or sour.
FAQs About KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Recipe
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about cold brew coffee:
How long does cold brew last?
The shelf life of cold brew concentrate stored in the refrigerator is typically 2-3 weeks. Diluted cold brew lasts 3-4 days refrigerated.
What is the difference between cold brew and iced coffee?
Iced coffee is regular coffee that is brewed hot then cooled over ice. Cold brew is slowly steeped in cold water and has a sweeter, smoother taste.
Is cold brew stronger than regular coffee?
Cold brew concentrate is often perceived as stronger due to its higher caffeine content per ounce compared to brewed coffee. However, when diluted to drinking strength, it has a similar level of caffeine.
Is cold brew higher in caffeine than regular coffee?
Yes, the long steeping time during the cold brew process extracts more caffeine from the coffee beans.
What is the ideal coffee to water ratio for cold brew?
Most recipes call for a 1:4 or 1:5 coffee to water ratio. The KitchenAid recipe uses a 1:4.5 ratio which produces excellent flavor.
Can you use any coffee for cold brew?
You can experiment with different coffee beans and roasts. Medium roasts are commonly used to balance flavor. Very dark roasts may taste overly bitter when cold brewed.
What grind size is best for cold brew?
Use a coarse coffee grind. Finer grinds may lead to overextraction and a muddy, bitter taste. The coarse grind allows the water to fully extract flavor.
Conclusion
The KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker provides an easy way to prepare smooth, flavorful cold brew from the comfort of home. Allowing time for the coffee to slowly steep results in a sweeter tasting brew that can be enjoyed over ice on hot days.
Follow the KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Recipe instructions and tips above to make delicious cold brew coffee suited to your tastes. Experiment with different coffee roasts, milk types, and flavor additions to create an endless variety of cold coffee drinks.
Stay refreshed all summer long with cold brew from the KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker!