Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker Brews 12 servings of Rich Coffee Concentrate for Hot or Cold Refreshment

I like Cold Brew for the intense flavor. I was unhappy with the bulk of the Toddy brewer so I went searching for something better. I was unsure what I was looking for until I found this Caffeine Hub. It works similar to the Teavana Perfectea Maker. You place the tea maker on your mug and it pushes the bottom up to release the tea.I really like the ease of use, the compactness, and the ingenuity of this maker. Everything stores easily, too. It's a very clever design. I also really like the retro vibe it gives off.The directions say to use 8oz of coffee and 1300ml of cold water. The handy pitcher has markings on it so you can measure the water easily to pour into the brewer. I used Grady's, Cold Brew. It comes in an 8 oz can of 4 brewing bags. I like to use bags for easier cleaning all around. Left it in the fridge overnight and drained the concentrate into the pitcher. I like that you have to pull out the release valve in order to move it to the release or lock position. No accidental pours. With the 4 bags of Grady's Cold Brew and 1300ml of water, it made just under 32oz of concentrate.I have to say, it was the best cold brew I've made to date. I'm super happy with this purchase. It's so easy to use and nice to look at. I would definitely recommend trying one and I'd even hand them out as a gift!

My friend’s girlfriend recruited me to help her find a birthday gift for him. We decided to get this cold brew machine because of our good past experiences with Urban Trend products. As you can see from the photos, it is easy to assemble, easy to use and use to store due to its compact form. Cold brewing made simple and easy at home. It even came with a bonus item: the milk frother – super fun to use. It is like a small electric whisk, I was tempted to keep it for myself. We liked that the bottom section could be capped off (cap supplied) and stored on its own, a pitcher of cold brew. This makes it convenient to use and no need to transfer the liquid to another storing container. Also, the pitcher section has measuring units, so you can pour yourself the right amount each time. We tested it with hot liquid to see how the temperature feels while in the container. The container did not get very hot, it seems to handle the hot liquid just fine. I was able to brew some tea with it and then viola, down it goes into the pitcher section. I might get one for myself just to make big batches of brewed tea. Another solid product from Urban Trend.

I used to buy cold brew concentrate (EXPENSIVE!) or make it in a carafe with a metal filter. I am not sure why the immersed grounds in the metal filter don't produce results that are just as good as this, but it never has. No matter how many beans I used I could never get a strong enough coffee for even a spot of milk much less half coffee and half milk like I do with this concentrate.This contraption is simple to use and produces consistently good results. I have used cheap beans and fancy beans and true to form the cold brew process brings out the flavors and eliminates acidity. The serving suggestion seems a bit low for me so from one brew I get 3-4 servings but it is easy to make more so it is no big deal. I can't speak to how easy it is to store because it is almost always in use right now.I have reduced one star because the release mechanism can be finicky and feels cheap. I never trust it not to leak a little (or a lot) onto my easy to stain counters so I always keep the carafe under it just in case.

I have been on a DIY coffee kick lately and this has led me to indulge in some interesting accessories, including a 51oz French press, a vintage hand-cranked cast iron coffee grinder and a high-end coffee maker that consistently delivers a water temp of 200+ degrees for great tasting hot coffee!That said, my absolute favorite purchase in my search for the “perfect cup” has easily been this Barista Cold Brew maker from UrbanTrend!In the past few months, I have attempted to make cold brew in a Takeya pitcher, a glass French press, mason jars with mesh filter inserts and even the well-known Toddy brewing system, which worked well, but I found a tad bulky and visually unappealing.I’m no stranger to making cold brew at home and UrbanTrend’s Barista is hands down my favorite new way to make a big batch of great tasting cold brew concentrate that will last me an entire week!Here’s what I love about the Barista:• Large capacity without being bulky.• Classy styling, looks great on the counter• Stable, stacking design that comes apart and stores easily• Built-in mesh filter with positive locking mechanism for leak-free brewing• Wonderfully easy to clean• Base doubles as storage container and dispenser for concentrate after brewing• Can make any size batch you want!The only issue I have with my Barista is that the storage lid for the base doesn’t fit quite as snugly as it could, despite having a rubber seal. However, this is a very minor gripe and the container still works fine for its intended purpose.I usually like to make a rather bold concentrate which I can later dilute with equal parts water and a touch of cream. Brewing a stronger concentrate this way allows it to be stored anywhere from 1-2 weeks without losing its flavor! Here’s how I make mine:1) Set up the Barista Cold Brew maker on the counter and ensure that the switch on the front is set to “Lock”.2) Aiming for a 1:5 grounds-to-water ratio by weight to start, mix approximately 8oz of coarse ground coffee (~250 grams) with approximately 42oz (1250 mL) of water in the upper reservoir of the Barista. The key here is to use either filtered or bottled spring water (regular tap water can result in a sour, off-tasting final product).3) Use a small spatula to gently stir the grounds to make sure everything gets wet.4) Allow the mixture to rest at room temperature for 16-20 hours. There is no need for refrigeration during the brew period. Also, the longer it steeps, the more intense the flavors will be, but don’t exceed 24 hours for best flavor.5) Gently move the switch on the front of the Barista to “Release” and allow the cold brew to slowly drip into the base container. This could take upwards of an hour if you make a large batch like I do.6) Attach lid to base container and place in fridge. Scoop out wet grounds from top reservoir using the same spatula as above. Rinse the Barista system and allow to dry thoroughly.7) When ready to drink, simply add equal parts water and cold brew concentrate in a glass, adjusting the ratio to taste. Cream, sugar and ice are optional. Enjoy!For stronger coffee, simply use more grounds, a darker roast or let the grounds steep longer. For a less bold cold brew, use a lighter roast or adjust the grounds-to-water ratio (try 1:6 or 1:7). Either way, the Barista makes experimenting fun and creating your own DIY cold brew recipe as convenient as it gets. For me, it’s a keeper!Highly recommended!

NO INCLUYE EL SUPUESTO REGALO DEL ESPUMADOR DE LECHE A BATERÍASpPeeero....... La calidad de los plásticos es muy buena. El diseño es bueno. Muy bien pensado.La jarra de almacenamiento viene con medidas para calcular la cantidad de agua contenida. Es útil para llenar la jarra de filtrado siguiendo la receta del instructivo. 1,300ml + 250g de café.... A ver que tal sale.Me gusta que se desarme en partes. Es más fácil de almacenar.Las tapas se ensamblan en si mismas. Pero no sellan totalmente, eso no me gustó mucho, no tienen algún hule o plástico dentro de las orillas para que quede sellada la jarra.Despues actualizo qué tal la calidad del cold brew