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As with any other method, the coffee will be much better if it is ground just before infusion.
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Place the ground coffee on the bottom of a large pitcher or jar.
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Pour 1 liter of cold filtered water over the coffee.
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When the ground coffee beans have risen to the surface (about 10 minutes), mix with a wooden spoon so that all the coffee gets thoroughly wet.
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Cover and brew for 12 to 18 hours.
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The best cold brew straining technique is with filter paper.
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Moisten the filter slightly by running a little bit of water through it.
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Gently pour the coffee in.
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This is a long process.
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The concentrate should be very dark, but neither opaque or blurred.
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Store the concentrate in an airtight container. The coffee brew will keep in the refrigerator for about two weeks.
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Serve to taste. Some people like it diluted with water and ice cream, others directly pour the concentrate on the ice cream.
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This is what I have done by adding a little milk.
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If you are keen on sweetening your iced coffee, it's better to use a liquid sugar, such as agave, maple syrup (which will alter the taste a little bit) or a simple syrup.
