In the world of specialty coffee, cold brew concentrate has emerged as a game-changing alternative to traditional espresso for creating smooth, rich cold brew lattes. At Haiku Brew, we've perfected the art of cold brew concentrate using our premium coffee selections, including our House Blend ($16.00) and Colombia Royal Reserve ($17.00).
Why Cold Brew Concentrate for Lattes?
The advantages are compelling:
Smoother flavor profile
Lower acidity
Consistent results
No espresso machine needed
Perfect for batch preparation
Extended shelf life (up to 2 weeks)
Creating the Perfect Concentrate
Our recommended recipe:
Coffee: 200g (coarse ground)
Water: 800g (filtered)
Ratio: 1:4 (super concentrate)
Steep time: 16-18 hours
Storage: Refrigerated
Best Haiku Brew Coffees for Cold Brew Concentrate
House Blend ($16.00)
Perfect balance
Chocolate notes
Smooth finish
Ideal for milk drinks
Colombia Royal Reserve ($17.00)
Rich caramel notes
Natural sweetness
Full body
Complex flavor profile
Indonesian Anaerobic ($16.00)
Bold character
Unique fermented notes
Heavy body
Exotic flavor profile
Step-by-Step Concentrate Preparation
Grinding Phase
Grind coffee coarse
Ensure consistent particle size
Measure precisely
Use fresh beans
Brewing Process
Combine coffee and water
Stir gently
Cover container
Refrigerate immediately
Filtration
First filter: Coarse mesh
Second filter: Paper filter
Final filter: Fine mesh
Store in airtight container
Creating the Perfect Cold Brew Latte
Basic Recipe:
100ml cold brew concentrate
150ml cold milk
Ice cubes
Optional sweetener
Ratio Guide:
Strong: 1:1 concentrate to milk
Balanced: 1:1.5 concentrate to milk
Mild: 1:2 concentrate to milk
Creative Cold Brew Latte Variations
Vanilla Bean Dream
Cold brew concentrate
Vanilla bean syrup
Oat milk
Vanilla bean garnish
Caramel Cold Brew
House Blend concentrate
Caramel sauce
Whole milk
Sea salt sprinkle
Mocha Cold Brew
Indonesia Anaerobic concentrate
Chocolate syrup
Whole milk
Cocoa powder dusting
Pro Tips for Success
Storage Solutions:
Use glass containers
Keep refrigerated
Consume within 2 weeks
Never freeze
Milk Pairing:
Whole milk: richest texture
Oat milk: nutty complement
Almond milk: light option
Coconut milk: tropical twist
Troubleshooting Common Issues
If your concentrate is:
Too strong: Dilute with water
Too weak: Reduce water ratio
Bitter: Reduce steep time
Cloudy: Improve filtration
Sour: Increase steep time
Cost-Effective Benefits
Using our House Blend ($16.00):
One bag makes ~1L concentrate
Yields 15-20 lattes
Cost per drink: ~$1.00
Savings vs. café: 75-80%
Monthly Subscription Advantage
Join our Specialty Coffee Subscription ($17.00) to:
Save up to 15%
Explore new varieties
Never run out
Access exclusive beans
Pro Tip: Start with our House Blend ($16.00) for your first cold brew concentrate. Its balanced profile and chocolate notes make it perfect for milk-based drinks.
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