10-Minute Pour Over Iced Coffee (Not Watered Down)
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10-Minute Pour Over Iced Coffee (Not Watered Down)
Description
The 10-Minute Pour Over Iced Coffee recipe combines medium ground coffee with hot water poured over ice cubes to produce a thoroughly brewed coffee that maintains its strength and clarity without dilution. Ground coffee is placed in a filter over ice in a carafe, then hot water is poured gently in circles to wet the grounds carefully and allow them to bloom before completing the pour. The ice under the filter chills the coffee as it brews, preventing it from becoming watered down. The process yields coffee ready to be served over fresh ice cubes.
The brewing method preserves the robust coffee flavor by brewing directly onto ice rather than brewing hot coffee first and then cooling it. This technique keeps the coffee from becoming weak as the ice melts in the cup. The recipe makes about 2 1/2 cups, a practical amount for two servings.
When serving, pour the brewed coffee over fresh ice in glasses. For a milder taste, increase the ice during brewing or dilute with extra water before serving. Adjusting these quantities allows control over the coffee’s intensity and keeps the iced coffee crisp without losing flavor.
Keep in mind that coffee strength and dilution can be tailored by the amount of ice and water used during and after brewing. Using freshly ground medium coffee beans and maintaining water temperature near 205°F helps extract proper flavor balance. This method is especially helpful for those who prefer iced coffee that remains flavorful without watering down.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces ice cubes approximately 2 cups
- ½ cup coffee beans medium ground
- 16 ounces water 2 cups, 205°F, hot
Instructions
- If grinding your own coffee, grind the beans on a fine-to-medium grind, as you would for drip-brew. Begin heating the water to just under a boil, or 205°F.
- Place a large carafe (or vessel that will hold the coffee) on a kitchen scale, zero it out, and weigh out the ice cubes. Place a strainer lined with a coffee filter on top (or the method you will be using to hold the coffee grounds). Add the ground coffee to the filter.
- Pour the hot water in a circular motion over the grounds from the center outward, just until the coffee is wet, then stop. Allow it to sit for about 30 seconds; it will likely bubble up and rise. Then, continue pouring water in a circular motion over the grounds until they are coated. Once the water reaches close to the top of the filter, stop pouring and give it time to drip through. Continue this process until 16 ounces of water have been poured through.
- Prepare 2 glasses with fresh ice cubes. Pour the brewed coffee over the ice and serve as desired with creamer or flavorings. Enjoy!
Notes
- The recipe yields about 2 1/2 cups, enough for two servings over ice.
- To reduce strength, add more ice during brewing or dilute with additional water before serving.
- Freshly ground medium-coarse coffee produces the best extraction for this method.
- Pour hot water steadily in a circular motion over the grounds to ensure even saturation and bloom.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1kcal | 0% |
| Sodium | 17mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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