I've always preferred cold drinks to hot ones so imagine my joy when companies started selling pre-made cold-brew coffee in the grocery store. At about $7 per bottle though, it was costing me more to buy it that way rather than brewing my own hot coffee and adding ice. It wasn't until I was perusing YouTube and saw one of my favorite YT'ers pouring her own cold-brew out of a refrigerated container. I immediately toggled to Amazon in a search for one similar and I found this product. After comparing prices and reviews, I decided to give this one a try. 3 weeks and several brews later here are my takeaways:
Pros: Easy to clean and use, coffee tastes great, not going back to buying pre-made!
Cons: Durability seems fragile as the soft foamy plastic on the handle is coming up already, it will leak if you don't screw the lid on tight so beware, since it has to brew laying down it takes up more space in my small fridge than I'd like
Overall though, it's a much cheaper alternative to pre made cold brews and you can control the strength and taste of your coffee by selecting the brand/grounds/roast you want and by adding more or less ground to the filter.
Special Note: I read through a lot of reviews and it seems the main issue most people had was the coffee grounds seeping into the liquid. It appears from reading the replies from the manufacturer and by my own experience with this, that they have created a smaller mesh filter and have stopped shipping the product with the old style. The new style is so good that I'm using fine ground coffee and have had NO grounds in my end product. So please disregard older comments about this issue if you're ordering this for the first time.
Another main issue is about the leaking but if you screw the top on securely and shake any excess out into a sink before placing it back into the fridge that will prevent leakage. For just in case, it's good to have a paper towel under your brewer when placed on its side.
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ADD COFFEEFor 1 Quart Cold Brew Coffee Maker, measure 1 1/4 cups (approx 106 grams) of your favorite coarsely ground coffee. Using a tablespoon, add the coffee to the filter, then twist into lid. For 2 Quart Cold Brew Coffee Maker, measure 2 cups (approx 170 grams) of your favorite coarsely ground coffee. Using a tablespoon, add the coffee to the filter, then twist into lid. |
COLD BREWFor 1 Quart Cold Brew Coffee Maker, fill the Takeya pitcher with 4.5 cups cold, filtered water (almost full with 1/2in space left at the top). For 2 Quart Cold Brew Coffee Maker, Fill the Takeya pitcher with 7 cups cold, filtered water (almost full with 1in space left at the top). Lower the filter into the water, seal lid airtight, shake for 30 seconds to moisten the grounds, and store in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours to cold brew. Occasionally shake pitcher to moisten grinds. Remove filter when brewing is complete*, rinse interior of lid (which may have grinds from shaking), seal lid airtight and store cold brew coffee for up to two weeks. *for additional flavor, place the filter in a glass and allow the coffee to drain from the grounds for 45 minutes. Pour this additional concentrate (approx ½ cup) into the pitcher and shake to mix. |
SERVE HOT OR COLDWhen ready to serve, twist the lid aligning the arrow on the handle with the pour spout for a steady pour. Iced Coffee – Pour cold brew coffee concentrate over ice and dilute to taste with milk and/or water. We recommend a 1 to 1 ratio of concentrate to water/milk over ice. For a stronger flavor, mix ¾ coffee concentrate with ¼ milk/water over ice. Hot Coffee – heat coffee concentrate until warm, and mix 1 part concentrate with 1 part boiling water (add more to taste). If desired, add sweetener and milk of your choice. |
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Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2018
Size: Two QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on January 20, 2019
Size: Two QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2017
UPDATE:
After a couple weeks of use I've noticed 2 flaws to call out. When inserting the filter into the water the grounds sometimes pop up to the top of the filter. This causes the grounds to get stuck and not submerge fully into the water to brew properly. I'm not terribly picky and haven't noticed a huge difference in taste or quality. The fix is easy - insert the filter into the water slowly and if needed tap the filter firmly on the side of the carafe. With a firm tap the grounds should fall to the bottom of the filter.
Also, when you insert the grounds into the carafe and twist shut it will push water out if you’ve overfilled it which some reviewers have identified as “leaking”. Simple solution is to screw on the top and tip it over the sink to pour out any excess water. Once that’s done I haven’t had any problems with leaking.
Given that these issues are easily fixed, have become 2-3 extra seconds of my routine, and there is no noticeable difference in taste/quality, I'm leaving my rating as 5 stars.
Size: One QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Should've bought it sooner!
By Jessica M. on June 11, 2017
Great cold brew system! We had been putting off getting one for so long. We have a keurig and simply put brewed coffee in the fridge overnight. But as our keurig seems to be dying, it was time to explore other options. I wish we had done it sooner! This system is so easy to use - add your coffee of choice and water, place it in the fridge and wait for the next day. That's it!! So easy, great tasting coffee that goes far enough for both of us. It easily fits on a shelf or the door. We're considering buying a second because of how much coffee my husband drinks or if we have company.By Jessica M. on June 11, 2017
UPDATE:
After a couple weeks of use I've noticed 2 flaws to call out. When inserting the filter into the water the grounds sometimes pop up to the top of the filter. This causes the grounds to get stuck and not submerge fully into the water to brew properly. I'm not terribly picky and haven't noticed a huge difference in taste or quality. The fix is easy - insert the filter into the water slowly and if needed tap the filter firmly on the side of the carafe. With a firm tap the grounds should fall to the bottom of the filter.
Also, when you insert the grounds into the carafe and twist shut it will push water out if you’ve overfilled it which some reviewers have identified as “leaking”. Simple solution is to screw on the top and tip it over the sink to pour out any excess water. Once that’s done I haven’t had any problems with leaking.
Given that these issues are easily fixed, have become 2-3 extra seconds of my routine, and there is no noticeable difference in taste/quality, I'm leaving my rating as 5 stars.
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Rockwood Joe
It's plastic and cheap, so keep your expectations within reason!
Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2018Size: One QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Russel McDonald
It was the best if brews it was the worst of brews.
Reviewed in Canada on October 13, 2018Size: One QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Nick B.
Pretty but useless design
Reviewed in Canada on October 4, 2018Size: One QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Nathan Engel
Smaller version is better
Reviewed in Canada on May 17, 2020Size: Two QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Nic Singer
Good product but does not last
Reviewed in Canada on September 1, 2019Size: One QuartColor: BlackVerified Purchase
Good product but does not last
Reviewed in Canada on September 1, 2019
I have loved using this product over the last 5 months.Reviewed in Canada on September 1, 2019
Pros: Easy to use, holds a good volume, easy to clean
Cons: Handle feeds cheap, filter broke after 5 months of use and leaks grounds (see picture)
I have treated this product very well and as seen in the photos the filter is peeling away in multiple locations.
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