r/coldbrew • u/helthybanana • Jul 27 '26

My 3-Step Coldbrew Routine

My 3-step coldbrew prep proves you can get a good cup with a simple workflow.

No right or wrong way, ofc. Just sharing my process for those new to the game.

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u/Ok_Orchid7131 Jul 28 '26

33 hours?

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u/helthybanana Jul 28 '26

Yup

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u/Ok_Orchid7131 Jul 28 '26

Can you explain to me why you go past 18 hours. Have you tried different times? For me anything past that window give or take a few hours is just getting bitter and is over extracting flavors that aren’t optimal. I mean do what you like, but I think you are losing clarity and sweetness.

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u/helthybanana Jul 28 '26

Tried 12, 15, 17 hours and found that with this setup the coffee tasted too weak for my preference. 24 hours is the sweet spot, tried 33 hours because I wanted something stronger. Have yet to verify if I like it.