As summer is approaching, we have selected 9 best cold brew coffee kettles in our evaluation, and compared various configurations, advantages and disadvantages, and prices such as capacity/material/filtering/method/warranty.
We hope it can help you quickly find the best cold brew coffee maker that belongs to you.
- Introduction to cold brew coffee maker
Cold brew coffee is very simple to make. Use cold/ice water to soak coffee powder in a container (the ratio of water to powder is about 10:1-15:1), and perform long-term low-temperature extraction for 8-12 hours . Substances with a sour and bitter taste in coffee grounds are less soluble at low temperatures.
The advantages of the cold brew coffee kettle are: it reduces the sour and bitter taste of coffee, highlights the aroma of flowers and fruits. The taste is smooth and soft, and the sweetness is obvious; the production is very convenient, and can be produced in large quantities at one time. The sealed and refrigerated storage time of the finished product is long (1- 2 weeks).
The disadvantage of a cold brew coffee maker is that it takes a long time to make and uses a lot of coffee powder.
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- Capacity
The capacity of cold brew coffee kettle is generally between 1-2L, there are also a small capacity of 0.6L, and a large capacity of 3.8L, you can choose one according to your own needs.
It should be noted that the capacity here refers to the capacity of the coffee container. You don’t have to do a lot at one time, you can make it as needed, so there is no problem in choosing a large capacity.
- Material
There are many different shapes and structures of cold brew coffee kettles. Coffee kettles are generally made of glass or plastic without BPA, and glass materials are more expensive. Filters are generally made of pure metal or metal + plastic, and pure metal filters are relatively better.
- Filtering method
Generally, a reusable built-in filter is used, or a disposable filter paper needs to be purchased by yourself. The built-in filter is more convenient and more environmentally friendly, but cleaning the filter is relatively troublesome; the disposable filter paper needs to be replaced every time.
- Complete assessment
（1）Soulhand Cold Brew Maker with Airtight Lid
Advantage:
- Very smooth lines with a nice look
- Large capacity enough for a family to enjoy
- All-purpose, cold brew, iced teas, fruit-infused water, or hot loose-leaf tea.
- Dishwasher-safe
- Built-in 18/8 stainless steel reusable filter
Shortcoming:
- Glass containers are slightly fragile
Minimalist Review: The best glass cold brew jug with scale.
（2）County Line Kitchen Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Affordable, no plastic material
- Available in 1L and 2L capacities
- Built-in reusable stainless steel filter
- Mason jar, thick and durable, can make coffee, tea and other types of drinks
The coffee container comes with an airtight lid and can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 weeks
- Light weight, simple and beautiful appearance
Shortcoming:
- The filter port is narrow, and cleaning is a little laborious
- When pouring, it may spill
Minimalist Review: Plastic-free, durable Mason jar cold brew jug.
（3）Bodum Bean Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Bodum brand with affordable price
- Available in 4 colors, simple and cute appearance
- Comes with two lids, one for refrigerating to prevent odor, and the other for filtering
- Dishwasher safe
Shortcoming:
- Cup and filter are made of plastic (BPA free)
- Only 1.5L capacity is available
Minimalist review: Bodum's affordable cold brew pot.
（4）Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Coffee Pot
Advantage:
- Affordable
- Available in 0.6L and 1L capacities
- Built-in reusable filter
- Lightweight
- Dishwasher safe
- Can make coffee and tea
Shortcoming:
- Slightly plastic feel (BPA free)
- Relatively small capacity
- The mouth of the container is small, and cleaning is slightly laborious
Minimalist Review: Small-capacity minimalist glass cold brewing pot.
（5）Takeya Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Affordable
- Available in 1L and 2L capacities
- Thecoffee container comes with an airtight lid and can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 weeks
- Built-in reusable filter
- Both hot and cold drinks can be made
- Dishwasher safe
- 1 year warranty
Shortcoming:
- Containers and filters are made of plastic (BPA free)
- The water outlet may leak
- Do not use finely ground coffee
Minimalist Review: A minimalist plastic cold brew jug.
（6）Ovalware Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Cold brew reduces acidity by 70% compared to hot coffee
- Extractable coffee and tea, hot or cold
- 18/8 stainless steel reusable strainer
- Coffee container comes with airtight stopper and can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 weeks
- 1L and 1.5L are available in two larger capacities
- The glass container has a capacity label on it
- Simple design and light weight
- Returns within 90 days
- Dishwasher safe
Shortcoming:
- Glass containers are slightly fragile
- Coffee powder should not be ground too finely
Minimalist review: Great glass cold brew jug with scale.
（7）Zulay Kitchen Store 1 Gallon Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- 3.8L large capacity
- Coffee container is mason jar style with airtight lid and can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 weeks
- Built-in reusable metal filter
- Faucet type, easy to produce
- Lifetime warranty, worry-free after sale
Shortcoming:
- Thin filter
- Slightly higher price
- Relatively bulky
Minimalist Review: Lifetime Warranty, Extra Large Capacity Glass Mason Jar Faucet Cold Brew Kettle.
（8）OXO BREW Compact Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Simple and compact appearance design, can be stacked and stored without taking up space
- 0.5L small capacity, suitable for single drinking
- There is an indicator line for the amount of coffee powder used
- Built-in reusable stainless steel filter
- There are even small holes on the top of the water filling cover to ensure that the water powder is fully contacted
- Both hot and cold drinks can be made
- Included cork stopper to seal the cold extract
Shortcoming:
- Small capacity
Minimalist comment: The first choice for small-capacity cold brewing pots.
（9）Toddy Cold Brew System Cold Brew Coffee Maker
Advantage:
- Patented cold brew technology: 67% less acidity compared to hot coffee
- Coffee container comes with airtight stopper and can be kept in the refrigerator for 2 weeks
- Extractable coffee and tea, hot or cold
- 1.7L large capacity, but overall lighter weight
- 1 year warranty
- Complimentary 2 cotton felt filters and 3 filter paper bags
Shortcoming:
- The filter part is made of plastic (BPA free)
- Disposable filter paper required
- Cotton felt filter element needs to be cleaned after each use
Minimalist review: glass cold brew jug with scale.