3 Cold Brew Recipes to Make at Home This Summer
Three simple cold brew recipes, made with quality ingredients that let the coffee shine.
Summer is cold brew season. Smooth, refreshing, and naturally less acidic than traditional iced coffee, cold brew is one of the easiest ways to enjoy specialty coffee once temperatures climb.
At Koffee Kult, we believe great coffee doesn't need complicated recipes. The best cold brew drinks start with freshly roasted beans and a small handful of quality ingredients that complement the coffee, rather than overpower it.
Whether you're after something lightly sweet, bright and citrusy, or warm with a little spice, these three recipes are simple enough to make at home while still delivering café-quality results.
Start With Great Cold Brew
The foundation of every recipe is, of course, the coffee.
For the richest flavor, use freshly roasted whole beans and grind them coarse before brewing. A typical starting ratio is 1 cup of coarse ground coffee to 4 cups of cold, filtered water. Let the mixture steep in the refrigerator for 12 to 18 hours, then strain through a fine mesh filter or cheesecloth.
🍁Salted Maple Cold Brew
Few flavor combinations pair with coffee as naturally as maple. Add just a touch of flaky sea salt and the result is a smooth, balanced drink that enhances the coffee's chocolate and caramel notes without becoming overly sweet.
| 8 oz | cold brew coffee |
| 1 oz | pure maple syrup |
| 2 oz | half & half (or oat milk) |
| Pinch | flaky sea salt |
| Ice |
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add the maple syrup and a small pinch of flaky sea salt.
- Pour in the cold brew coffee.
- Slowly add the half & half or oat milk.
- Stir gently once and serve immediately.
🍊Orange Vanilla Cold Brew
Coffee and citrus have been paired together for generations, especially with coffees that naturally show bright fruit character. A touch of vanilla softens the citrus while letting the coffee stay the centerpiece.
| 8 oz | cold brew coffee |
| ½ oz | vanilla syrup |
| 1 strip | fresh orange peel |
| Optional | splash of cream |
| Ice |
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Add the vanilla syrup.
- Twist the orange peel over the glass to release its natural oils, then drop it into the drink.
- Pour in the cold brew.
- Add a splash of cream if desired and stir gently.
🍯Honey Cinnamon Cold Brew
Simple ingredients often make the best coffee drinks. Honey brings natural sweetness while cinnamon adds gentle warmth without masking the coffee's character.
| 8 oz | cold brew coffee |
| 1 tbsp | honey |
| Dash | ground cinnamon |
| 2 oz | whole milk or oat milk |
| Ice |
Instructions
- Stir the honey with a small splash of warm water until fully dissolved.
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour in the cold brew coffee.
- Add the honey mixture and stir well.
- Top with milk.
- Finish with a light dusting of cinnamon.
The goal isn't to hide the coffee. It's to highlight it.
Tips For Better Cold Brew At Home
A few small adjustments can make a noticeable difference in your final cup.
Which Coffee Makes The Best Cold Brew?
Nearly any specialty coffee can be brewed cold, but some naturally excel.
| Coffee | Flavor Profile | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Dark Roast | Rich, chocolate-forward | Bold, dessert-like cold brew |
| Medium Roast | Toasted nut, milk chocolate | Smooth, balanced cold brew |
| Guatemala Huehuetenango | Bright citrus & caramel | Fruit-forward summer cold brew |
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Cold brew doesn't have to be complicated. With quality beans and a few thoughtfully chosen ingredients, you can create coffee shop worthy drinks right from your own kitchen.
Whether you're starting your morning with a Salted Maple Cold Brew, enjoying an afternoon Orange Vanilla Cold Brew, or winding down with a Honey Cinnamon Cold Brew, every recipe begins the same way: with freshly roasted coffee.
Explore our full collection of freshly roasted coffees and discover just how good homemade cold brew can be.
