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What to Look for In a Cold Brew Coffee Maker

If you can’t quite kick your daily coffee habit, you’re in good company. So many of us need a cup (or two) to get our day started every day. But those daily Starbucks runs can really add up — and if you’re a cold brew aficionado, expect to tack on a bit more every day to that price tag.

But contrary to popular belief, cold brew doesn’t need to break the bank. In fact, the best cold brew coffee makers are all under $30. That’s equivalent to a week’s worth of Starbucks purchases!

With that in mind, we’ve rounded up our favorite ones for you here, as well as what to look for before you buy. Having the right cold brew coffee maker at home is a worthwhile investment that can save you money in the long-run. And truly, is there anything better than enjoying a delicious cup of coffee from the comfort of your home? We think not.

Capacity

The saying “less is more” really rings true when it comes to cold brew coffee makers.

During the course of our testing, we found that there is a shocking correlation between the capacity of the coffee maker and its quality. The products that boasted the largest amount of cups per brew always produced our least-favorite tasting cold brew.

By contrast, the smaller capacity products were excellent taste-wise. Therefore, we recommend a cold brew coffee maker that has a four to six cup capacity. We found that this is truly the sweet spot when it comes to cold brew coffee makers.

Freshness

Whether you’re a casual cold brew fan who drinks a cup every so often, or can’t walk out the door without it every morning, you’ll want to make sure your cold brew coffee maker keeps your coffee fresh for at least two to three weeks. While that might sound like a while, things get buried in your fridge and we know how easy it can be for things to disappear. Having a cold brew coffee maker that prioritizes freshness will help keep your cold brew tasting great for days.