La Colombe Cold Brew Recipe
Recreate La Colombe Cold Brew at home with the perfect ratio, grind size, and French press method. Smooth, chocolatey, and customizable — try classic, mocha, or even lemon twists.
Ingredients
- 1 cup or 85 g coarsely ground La Colombe Nizza beans (or medium-dark roast with cocoa notes)
- 4 cups 950 ml cold filtered water
- Optional add-ins:
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for mocha
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for vanilla twist
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice for lemon cold brew
- Cinnamon stick for spiced version
Instructions
Measure and Grind Beans
- Use 1 cup (85 g) of coarsely ground coffee (texture similar to sea salt).
Add Water
- Place grounds into a French press or large jar.
- Pour 4 cups (950 ml) of cold, filtered water over the grounds.
Mix and Steep
- Stir gently with a wooden spoon to fully wet the grounds.
- Cover with lid or wrap and refrigerate for 12–18 hours:
- 12 hours = smoother, lighter flavor
- 18 hours = bolder, chocolatey taste
Strain the Brew
- French press: press the plunger down slowly.
- Jar: filter through cheesecloth or a paper filter for a smooth texture.
Bottle and Store
- Transfer cold brew into glass bottles with airtight caps.
- Refrigerate up to 7 days.
- Shake gently before serving.
Serve and Enjoy
- Classic Black: Pour over ice for the true La Colombe experience.
- With Milk or Cream: Smooth and velvety.
- Mocha Style: Whisk 1 tbsp cocoa powder with milk, then add cold brew.
- Lemon Cold Brew: Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice + honey.
- Decaf Version: Swap beans with decaf, follow the same process.
Notes
For concentrate, use a 1:4 ratio (double coffee beans, half water). Dilute with milk or water before serving.