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Ingredients
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Coffee Base
Iced Coffee Preparation
Method
Coffee Brewing
- 1
Brew the Coffee
In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat and add 0.5 cups of coffee grounds. Stir briefly to combine.
- 2
Steep the Coffee
Cover the saucepan and let the coffee steep for 4-5 minutes, depending on desired strength.
- 3
Strain the Coffee
After steeping, strain the coffee using a fine mesh sieve or a coffee filter into a pitcher. Discard the coffee grounds.
- 4
Cool the Coffee
Let the brewed coffee cool to room temperature, or refrigerate it for faster cooling.
Iced Coffee Assembly
- 5
Prepare the Glass
Fill a tall glass with 2 cups of ice cubes.
- 6
Mix the Coffee
Pour the cooled coffee over the ice-filled glass, filling it about 3/4 full.
- 7
Add Milk
Add 0.5 cups of milk to the coffee, adjusting according to taste.
- 8
Sweeten (optional)
Stir in sugar to taste, if desired.
- 9
Serve
Mix well and serve immediately with a straw or a spoon.
