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Cold brew grind size
Cold brew grind size on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra
For Cold brew on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra, start at 3.3.8. That is about 1100 µm, a coarse grind.
1Zpresso X-Ultra setting for Cold brew3.3.8Coarse grind, ~1100 µm
Finer 3.3.2Coarser 3.4.4Step size 5 µm
Adjusting from 3.3.8
| When | Setting | Particle size |
|---|---|---|
| Finer: sour or thin cups | 3.3.2 | ~1069 µm |
| Start here | 3.3.8 | ~1100 µm |
| Coarser: bitter or dry cups | 3.4.4 | ~1129 µm |
Lower numbers are finer. To grind finer, turn the setting down. Change one step at a time, and brew again before changing anything else.
Starting recipe for Cold brew
- Dose100 g
- Water800 g
- Ratio1:8
- Time12 to 18 hours
- Water temperaturecold water, in the fridge or at room temperature
Steps
- Add 100 g of coarse coffee to a jar and pour in 800 g of cold water.
- Stir so all the grounds are wet, cover, and leave for 12 to 18 hours.
- Strain through a fine filter or paper.
- This is a concentrate. Dilute to taste with water or milk, and keep it in the fridge.
- Taste. Weak or sour: steep longer or grind slightly finer. Bitter or muddy: shorten the steep or grind coarser.
Other brew methods on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra
- Espresso on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra0.5.0
- Moka pot on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra1.0.9
- AeroPress on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra1.2.9
- V60 on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra1.5.1
- Chemex on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra2.1.9
- French press on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra2.5.9
- Kalita Wave on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra1.5.9
- Siphon on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra2.0.9
Cold brew on other grinders
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- Cold brew on a 1Zpresso K-Ultra1.4.4
- Cold brew on a 1Zpresso JX-Pro6.0.0
- Cold brew on a 1Zpresso J-Ultra4.4.7
- Cold brew on a 1Zpresso Q23.2.0
- Cold brew on a Timemore Chestnut C234 clicks
- Cold brew on a Timemore Chestnut C328 clicks
- Cold brew on a Timemore Sculptor 06413
- Cold brew on a Kingrinder K62.09
- Cold brew on a Kingrinder K42.10
- Cold brew on a Baratza Encore34
- Cold brew on a Baratza Virtuoso+36
- Cold brew on a Baratza Sette 3037
- Cold brew on a Fellow Ode Gen 29.8
- Cold brew on a Fellow Opus10.25
- Cold brew on a Eureka Mignon Specialita3+0
- Cold brew on a Niche Zero0.89
- Cold brew on a Hario Skerton Pro6 clicks
- Cold brew on a Hario Mini Mill Plus15 clicks
- Cold brew on a Breville Smart Grinder Pro87
- Cold brew on a Wilfa Svart18
- Cold brew on a DF DF64 Gen 295
- Cold brew on a Kinu M47 Classic6.7
- Cold brew on a Option-O Lagom P648.6
- Cold brew on a Porlex Mini II19 clicks
Questions
What grind setting is best for Cold brew on a 1Zpresso X-Ultra?
Start at 3.3.8 and adjust by taste. Lower numbers are finer. To grind finer, turn the setting down.
How do I know if I should grind finer or coarser?
Weak or sour: steep longer or grind a little finer. Bitter or muddy: shorten the steep or grind coarser.
Where does this setting come from?
The 1Zpresso X-Ultra is mapped to particle size in microns, fitted from the Honest Coffee Guide's settings for this grinder. It is a starting point, not a guarantee.