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Easy Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Concentrate: Best Homemade Recipe

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This easy pumpkin spice cold brew concentrate is made by infusing pumpkin pie spice directly into coffee grounds during steeping, creating a cohesive fall flavor without any clunky syrups. With just five minutes of prep and three core ingredients, you’ll have a week’s worth of cozy coffee waiting in the fridge.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (120 grams) coarse ground coffee (medium or dark roast recommended)
  • 1 ½ tablespoons (9 grams) pumpkin pie spice
  • 4 cups (960 ml) filtered water
  • 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar (optional, for sweetened version)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine Coffee and Spice: In a clean glass jar, add 1 cup of coarse ground coffee and 1 ½ tablespoons of pumpkin pie spice. Put the lid on the jar and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds until the spice is evenly distributed.
  2. Add Water and Stir: Pour 4 cups of filtered water over the spiced coffee grounds. Use a wooden spoon or chopstick to stir gently until all grounds are saturated. If adding sweetener or vanilla, stir in now until dissolved.
  3. Cover and Steep: Put the lid on the jar and place it in the refrigerator. Let it steep for at least 12 hours, but 24 hours gives the best flavor. The longer it steeps, the stronger and more spiced the concentrate becomes.
  4. Strain the Concentrate: Place a fine-mesh strainer over a large bowl or clean pitcher. If using cheesecloth, line the strainer with a double layer. Slowly pour the cold brew mixture through the strainer. Let it drip naturally—do not press or squeeze the grounds.
  5. Second Strain (Optional): For an extra-clear concentrate, pour the strained liquid through a paper coffee filter or a clean nut milk bag to catch any remaining fine particles.
  6. Transfer to Storage Container: Pour the strained concentrate into a storage bottle or pitcher. Seal tightly and refrigerate. It will keep for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh coffee beans (roasted within the last two weeks) and fresh pumpkin pie spice. Coarse grind is non-negotiable for cold brew. Use cold or room temperature water—never warm or hot. The spice flavor deepens after a day or two in the fridge. Standard serving ratio is 1 part concentrate to 1 part water or milk, but adjust to taste.

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