Coarsely ground coffee steeps slowly in cold filtered water for up to a full day, drawing out a smooth, low-acid concentrate without any heat involved. Once strained through cheesecloth or a paper filter, that rich base is ready to pour straight over ice and stretch with cold water to whatever strength you like. The slow steep is what gives this method its signature mellow, almost chocolatey depth — no bitterness, no harsh edge, just bold coffee flavor on its own terms. A splash of milk stirred in at the end rounds things out nicely if you want it creamier. It's an easy make-ahead pitcher to keep stocked in the fridge, and it fits neatly into an added sugar free routine since the flavor stands fully on its own without needing any sweetening.
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Combine the coarsely ground coffee and cold filtered water in a large jar or pitcher. Stir briefly to ensure all the grounds are saturated.
Cover the jar and refrigerate for 12–24 hours. A 12-hour steep produces a lighter, brighter concentrate; 18–24 hours yields a deeper, more robust flavor.
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