Cold Brew Recipe: How to Make Cold Brew with the Hario Mizudashi Mini

When the temperatures rise, few things are more refreshing than a glass of cold brew. Unlike iced coffee, which is brewed hot and then chilled, cold brew is extracted slowly with cold water over several hours. The result is a coffee that's naturally sweet, smooth and remarkably refreshing.

The Hario Mizudashi Coffee Pot is one of the easiest ways to make cold brew at home. Simply prepare your brew the night before and wake up to a full pot of ready-to-drink cold coffee. Perfect for slow mornings, warm afternoons or sharing with friends.

Why Cold Brew?

Cold brew is more than just cold coffee. The slow extraction draws out a different balance of flavors than hot brewing. Expect:

• Natural sweetness
• Low bitterness
• A smooth, rounded body
• A clean, refreshing cup

Fruit-forward coffees, in particular, reveal an entirely new side when brewed cold.

The recipe

What you need

• Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Mini Pot
• fresh roasted coffee
• still water
• grinder
• ice cubes

Cold Brew Recipe

• Coffee: 50 g
• Water: 600 ml
• Grind size: medium-coarse (like sea salt)
• Brewing time: 8 to 12 hours in the refrigerator

Step-by-Step

1. Grind Your Coffee

Grind 50 g of coffee to a medium-coarse setting. Grinding too fine may result in a cloudy and slightly bitter brew.

2. Fill the Filter

Place the ground coffee into the Mizudashi filter basket and insert it into the brewer.

3. Add Water

Slowly pour in 600 milliliters of still water. Filtered or bottled water will generally produce a cleaner, sweeter cup than heavily mineralized tap water.

4. Let It Brew

Leave the coffee to steep for 8 to 12 hours in the refrigerator.

5. Serve

Remove the filter basket and serve your cold brew over plenty of ice. For an extra refreshing twist, top it up with chilled water or tonic.Unsere Bohnenempfehlung

Our Coffee Recommendation

Gitesi Peaberry

For cold brew, we keep coming back to Gitesi Peaberry.

Its vibrant stone fruit notes remain beautifully expressive even after a long cold extraction, balanced by a gentle sweetness and crisp finish. The result is a refreshing cold brew that's delicious on its own with no milk or sugar required.

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Pro Tips

• Start with freshly roasted coffee.
• Grind your beans just before brewing.
• Use filtered or low-mineral bottled water for the cleanest flavor.
• Serve over plenty of fresh ice.

Common Mistakes

My cold brew tastes bitter.
Your grind was likely too fine, or the coffee steeped for too long.

My cold brew tastes weak.
Try increasing the coffee dose slightly or choose a fruit-forward coffee with more acidity.

My cold brew looks cloudy.
A coarser grind will usually produce a cleaner cup.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does cold brew last?

Stored in the refrigerator, cold brew stays fresh for up to five days. For the best flavour, enjoy it within the first two to three days.

What's the best grind size for cold brew?

A medium-coarse grind, roughly the texture of coarse sea salt, provides a clean and balanced extraction.

Can I make cold brew with tap water?

Yes. However, filtered or low-mineral bottled water will usually produce a cleaner and more balanced cup.

Which coffee is best for cold brew?

Fruit-forward, washed coffees often shine as cold brew thanks to their clarity and natural sweetness. Our favourite is Gitesi Peaberry.

Ready for your first cold brew coffee?

With the Hario Mizudashi and our Gitesi Peaberry, you can make a fruity, refreshing cold brew in just a few minutes of prep time. Time does the rest.