Prepared my first batch of cold brew today, (32g ground coffee, 500ml water) and staring at it I can’t help wondering what the difference is between this and leaving a brewed pot of coffee to sit for a day is? Could someone explain to me what makes cold brew special?
(Followed this guide btw)
cold brew does extract differently. but yes, it’s also generally old even when fresh. the stronger i brew it the less stale it tastes to me, so I wind up with a very high brewing ratio of something like 6:1 or less. and i like to drink it neat :-)