Iced Coffee : Part 1 Coffee Concentrate

I adore iced coffee it's something my grandma drank all summer, so it brings back fond memories. Living on a budget I can't afford to go to the coffee house and buy them as much as I'd like but with this recipe I can make my own anytime I'd like and save money at the same time.

Coffe Concentrate

Mason Jar

1 c. Coffee (ground)

Water to Fill

Add 1 cup freshly ground coffee  

 to the mason jar and add enough water to completely fill the jar (about 3 1/2 cups). Let the grounds settle and absorb and top off with additional water. Cap the jar and place it in the fridge for at least 12 hours. 

The coffee will "brew" without the bitterness associated with hot brewed coffee. If you prefer the "bite" of hot brewed coffee, leave the jar on the counter overnight, rather than refrigerating it. It adds a certain kick or slight bitterness that is often found in Hot brewed coffee.

Once the coffee has set overnight or for at least 12 hours, Strain the brew carefully, reserving the coffee grounds to make another batch.