How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

When the Australian summer heat kicks in, there's nothing better than a smooth, refreshing cold brew coffee.

Unlike traditional iced coffee, cold brew coffee is brewed slowly using cold water over an extended period. The result is a coffee that's naturally sweeter, less acidic, and incredibly easy to drink.

At Australian Warfighters Coffee, we recommend our Nightstalker blend for cold brew. Its bold character, smooth finish, and rich flavour profile make it the perfect choice for a refreshing cold coffee that doesn't compromise on strength.

How to Make Cold Brew Coffee at Home

Cold brew coffee is made by steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold water for an extended period, creating a smooth, full-bodied coffee concentrate that can be enjoyed black, over ice, or with milk.

What You'll Need

Ingredients

• 100g coarsely ground Nightstalker Coffee
• 1 litre cold filtered water

Equipment

• Large jar or French press
• Fine mesh strainer
• Coffee filter or cheesecloth
• Storage bottle or container

Step 1: Grind Your Coffee

Use a coarse grind, similar in size to raw sugar or sea salt.

A coarse grind ensures a clean extraction and helps prevent unwanted bitterness.

Step 2: Combine Coffee and Water

Add:

• 100g Nightstalker Coffee
• 1 litre cold filtered water

Stir gently until all coffee grounds are fully saturated.

This 1:10 ratio creates a strong cold brew concentrate that can be diluted to your preferred strength.

Step 3: Let It Steep

Cover the container and leave it to steep for:

12–18 hours

You can steep it at room temperature or in the refrigerator.

For a stronger flavour and fuller body, aim for around 16 hours.

Step 4: Filter the Coffee

Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve.

Then run it through a paper coffee filter or cheesecloth to remove any remaining sediment.

The result should be smooth, clean, and ready to drink.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy

Pour over ice and enjoy.

Serve it:

• Black
• With milk
• With oat milk
• With cream
• As a refreshing, iced latte

For a lighter drink, mix equal parts cold brew and water.

For maximum flavour, enjoy it straight from the concentrate over plenty of ice.

Why Cold Brew?

Cold brew has become a favourite among coffee lovers because it delivers:

✅ Smooth flavour

✅ Low bitterness

✅ Refreshing finish

✅ Easy preparation

✅ All-day drinkability

It can also be stored in the fridge for up to a week, making it ideal for busy mornings, early starts, and weekend adventures.

Why Nightstalker Works So Well

Nightstalker was built for those who like their coffee strong.

When brewed as a cold brew, Nightstalker delivers rich chocolate notes, subtle sweetness, and a smooth finish that stands up beautifully over ice.

Whether you're gearing up for an early PT session, heading out bush, or simply looking for a better way to start the day, Nightstalker cold brew is mission ready.

Mission Ready Cold Brew

Great coffee doesn't need to be complicated.

With fresh Nightstalker beans, cold water, and a little patience, you can enjoy café-quality cold brew from home.

Brew strong. Stay ready. Drink Australian Warfighters Coffee.