How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home (No Equipment Needed)

Cold brew has taken the coffee world by storm—and for good reason. With its smooth body, mellow flavor, and low acidity, cold brew offers a refreshing alternative to hot coffee, especially in warmer climates or busy morning routines.

But many people think making cold brew requires special gear like cold brew makers, grinders, or filters. Truth is, you don’t need any of that.

🧊 Why Cold Brew?

Cold brew coffee is made by steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold or room-temperature water for 8 to 24 hours. Unlike hot brewing, which extracts flavors quickly (and sometimes harshly), cold brewing gently coaxes out sweetness and complexity—leaving behind bitterness and acidity.

Benefits of cold brew:

• Smooth and less acidic (gentle on the stomach)
• Naturally sweeter and chocolatey
• Stays fresh in the fridge for up to a week
• Versatile—drink straight, dilute with milk or water, or pour over ice

🛠️ Traditional Cold Brew Method (No Fancy Equipment)

Here’s how you can make cold brew at home with just kitchen basics:

What You Need:

• Ground coffee (medium-coarse grind)
• Jar, jug, or pitcher
• Cold or room-temperature water
• A strainer or cheesecloth

Steps:

1. Mix 1 cup of ground coffee with 3–4 cups of water in your container.
2. Stir to ensure all grounds are wet.
3. Cover and let it sit at room temperature or in the fridge for 12–24 hours.
4. Strain through a fine sieve or cloth into another container.
5. Store in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Sounds simple—until you have to grind coffee, measure ratios, and deal with messy cleanup.

🌿 Fresbem Brew Bags: Cold Brew, Simplified

Want a shortcut to great cold brew without the mess or tools?

Fresbem Coffee Brew Bags are designed for more than just hot water—they steep beautifully in cold water, too. Just like a tea bag, but with ethically sourced, specialty-grade Arabica beans inside, crafted for balanced flavor even in cold extraction.

Here’s how to cold brew with Fresbem:

1. Place 1 Fresbem Brew Bag in a glass or tumbler.
2. Pour 200–250ml of cold or room-temp water over it.
3. Steep in the fridge for 12–16 hours.
4. Remove the bag and enjoy straight or over ice!

✨ No measuring. No filtering. Just rich, smooth cold brew—anywhere.

💡 Pro Tips:             

• Want it stronger? Use 2 bags or steep longer.
• Add milk, oat milk, or flavored syrup for your own cold brew latte.
• Brew overnight and wake up ready.

📍 Ditch the complicated methods. Get café-quality cold brew with zero hassle—only with Fresbem Coffee Brew Bags.