How to make mesquite Cold Brew
WHAT YOU NEED:
1 part Mesquite
5 parts Water
DIRECTIONS:
Place mesquite grounds in the filter bag. Pour water in a circular motion to ensure even saturation. Steep at room temperature or in the fridge for 12 to 24 hours. Remove filter and allow to drain.
Step-by-step
WHAT YOU NEED:
- 1 part Mesquite
- 5 parts Water
1
Place open filter inside of the brewing container.
2
Place mesquite grounds in the filter bag. Amount will depend on your tool and serving sizes.
3
Pour water in a circular motion to ensure even saturation.
4
Twist the top of the filter to close it, and put on the lid.
5
Steep at room temperature or in the fridge for 12 to 24 hours, depending on your taste preferences.
6
Use the tongs to remove the filter bag and place into the filter basket. Allow remaining mesquite to drain.
7
Serve over ice and enjoy!
Other ways to make mesquite
French Press
Depending on desired strength, put 3-4 heaping tablespoons of grounds into the French Press. Pour 1.5c of hot water over and let steep for 3 minutes. Plunge and serve.
French Press
Espresso Machine
Fill portafilter with 1.5 tblsp of grounds (roughly 3/4 full). Do not tamp. Extract espresso like normal.
Espresso Machine
ChemEx
Place filter into ChemEx and fill with 1 tablespoon of grounds per 5oz cup of mesquite.
ChemEx
Pour Over
Place mesquite in filter (according to desired strength). Pour hot water in spiral motion. Allow to brew.
Pour Over
For the mesquite aficionado
| GROUNDS WEIGHT | WATER/EXTRACTION AMOUNT | WATER TEMPERATURE | BREWING OR EXTRACTION TIME | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso Machine
Single |
8g | 1oz | 200°F | 12 - 22 sec |
| Espresso Machine
Double |
15g | 2oz | 200°F | 12 - 22 sec |
| French Press
Plunger |
26-34g | 12oz | 200°F | 4 min |
| Moka Pot
3 cup |
17g | 5oz | 200°F or Room Temp | Until complete |
| AeroPress
|
14-15g | 7oz | 200°F | 2 min 30 sec |
| Pour-Over
|
50g | 25oz | 200°F | Until complete |
| Chemex
|
50g | 25oz | 200°F | Until complete |
| Drip
|
50g | 25oz | Room temp | Until complete |