Stok Cold Brew Recipe
Make this Stok Cold Brew at home with the perfect coffee-to-water ratio. This smooth, bold, and chocolatey cold brew can be served black, with milk, as a concentrate, or with mocha and vanilla twists.
Ingredients
- 1 cup 85 g coarsely ground medium-dark roast coffee beans (with chocolate/caramel notes)
- 4 cups 950 ml cold filtered water
Optional add-ins:
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for vanilla cold brew
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for mocha variation
- 1 cinnamon stick for spiced twist
Instructions
Prepare the Coffee
- Measure 1 cup (85 g) of coarsely ground coffee beans.
- Add them into a large mason jar, pitcher, or French press.
Add Water and Mix
- Pour 4 cups (950 ml) of cold, filtered water over the coffee grounds.
- Stir thoroughly to make sure all grounds are fully soaked.
Steep the Cold Brew
- Cover the jar or French press with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Place in the refrigerator to steep:
- 12 hours → smoother, lighter flavor
- 18 hours → bolder, chocolatey taste with stronger caffeine
Strain the Brew
- Strain the coffee using:
- French press mesh
- Cheesecloth
- Double paper filter for extra smoothness
Bottle and Store
- Pour the filtered cold brew into airtight bottles or jars.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
Serve and Enjoy
- Black over ice → closest to the bottled Stok version
- Diluted with water: if too strong for your taste
- With milk or cream: for a smooth latte-style drink
- Mocha-style: whisk cocoa powder with milk, then add cold brew
- Sweetened: stir in honey, maple syrup, or simple syrup
- With cold foam: top with whipped milk foam for café-style
Notes
For a stronger concentrate like bottled Stok, use a 1:4 ratio (double the coffee beans). Dilute with water, milk, or ice when serving.