Simple At‑Home Brew Tips for Summer

Once you’ve chosen your summer roast, a few tweaks can make it sing.

• Grind coarser for cold brew: think raw sugar texture; too fine and you’ll over-extract and introduce bitterness.

• Brew stronger for ice: whether drip or espresso, brew a bit more concentrated so your drink stays flavorful as the ice melts.

• Chill your coffee fast: hot-brewed iced coffee tastes best when cooled quickly over ice or in the fridge to preserve delicate aromas.

Using fresh, filtered water and freshly ground beans will make a bigger difference than any fancy gadget upgrade.