Experience the velvety-smooth revolution of coffee at home with this Ultimate Homemade Nitro Cold Brew Coffee recipe! Aleš from European Coffee Trip guides us through the mesmerizing process of making a Nitro Coffee, a cold brew coffee infused with nitrogen for a creamy, frothy texture that's a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Since its debut in the coffee scene, Nitro Coffee has become a popular choice for coffee enthusiasts and novices alike, thanks to its cascading effect and milk-like creaminess without any dairy. Now, let's bring the specialty café experience straight to your kitchen.
Ingredients:
- 120 grams of coarsely ground coffee (Colombian washed coffee recommended)
- 720 milliliters of filtered water
- Nitrogen cartridge for infusing
- Additional cold water for diluting (approximately 300 milliliters)
Equipment:
- Toddy Cold Brewer or any cold brew coffee maker
- Nitro coffee dispenser (Keg Style or Whipper Style recommended)
- Transparent glass for serving
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cold Brew Concentrate:
- Add 120 grams of coarsely ground coffee to your Toddy Cold Brewer.
- Pour 720 milliliters of filtered water over the grounds, ensuring they are fully saturated.
- Allow the coffee grounds to steep for 12-24 hours at room temperature or in your refrigerator.
- Once the steeping process is completed, filter the coffee to create a concentrate.
2. Dilute the Concentrate:
- Measure out 500 milliliters of the cold brew concentrate.
- Dilute it with approximately 300 milliliters of cold water to achieve your preferred taste (adjust according to personal preference).
3. Nitrogen Infusion:
- Pour your diluted cold brew coffee into the nitro coffee dispenser, leaving some space at the top for nitrogen.
- Securely close the dispenser.
- Charge the dispenser with a nitrogen cartridge, following the manufacturer's instructions.
- Shake the dispenser vigorously several times to ensure thorough nitrogen infusion.
4. Serve the Nitro Cold Brew Coffee:
- Select a nice, transparent glass to showcase the visual appeal of the drink.
- Dispense the coffee into the glass, filling it up and allowing the cascading effect to settle, forming a frothy layer on top.
- Admire the beautiful cascade and then enjoy the creamy, velvety texture of your homemade Nitro Cold Brew Coffee.
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Prep Time: 12-24 hours for steeping cold brew
Total Time: 12-24 hours plus a few minutes for preparation and serving
Servings: Approximately 3-4 servings
Cooking Tips:
- If you're using a Whipper Style dispenser, ensure you use nitrogen cartridges compatible with your specific model.
- For a smaller quantity of Nitro Coffee, experiment with the coffee and nitrogen ratio to achieve the perfect creaminess even with less volume.
- Store any leftover cold brew concentrate in the refrigerator and enjoy it within a week for the best flavor.
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This recipe was presented by Aleš from European Coffee Trip, head over to their YouTube channel for more coffee inspiration: https://www.youtube.com/@EuropeanCoffeeTrip
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