Toddy Home Cold Brew Coffee Maker

The Toddy Home Cold Brew System is the original cold brew coffee maker — invented in 1964 by Todd Simpson and trusted by home brewers and coffee professionals around the world for over 60 years. By steeping coarsely ground coffee in cold water for 12–24 hours, the Toddy extracts rich, smooth, full-flavoured concentrate with 67% less acid than hot brewing methods, producing coffee that is noticeably smoother, less bitter, and easier on the stomach.

One batch of 340g of coffee yields approximately 1–1.1 litres (36–38oz) of cold brew concentrate — enough for multiple drinks over up to a week when stored in the fridge. Dilute with water, milk, oat milk, or serve over ice. Use it hot or cold. The Toddy does one thing exceptionally well and has done for over six decades.

Why the Toddy Home System Produces the Best Cold Brew

Cold brewing in cold water rather than hot changes the chemistry of extraction entirely. Heat extracts acids and bitter compounds quickly — cold water extracts them far more slowly and selectively, producing a concentrate that is naturally sweeter, rounder, and significantly less acidic than the same coffee brewed hot.

• 67% less acid than hot-brewed coffee — independently verified; noticeably smoother, sweeter taste with no bitterness; far easier on the stomach for those sensitive to coffee acidity
• Dual filtration system — reusable felt filter plus paper filter combination removes fine particles and sediment for a clean, silt-free concentrate
• 2 reusable felt filters included — the Toddy felt filters are the key to the system's clean, smooth result; replacements are available at Coffee Hit
• Glass decanter with lid — airtight storage keeps concentrate fresh in the fridge for up to 2 weeks; pour directly from the decanter
• Rubber stopper — seals the brewing container during the steep for clean, mess-free brewing
• Non-electric cold brew — no power, no complexity; just coffee, cold water, time, and the Toddy system
• Produces approximately 1–1.1 litres (36–38oz) of concentrate per 340g of coffee
• Steep time: 12–24 hours — 12 hours for a lighter, brighter result; 18–24 hours for a deeper, more intense concentrate
• Concentrate keeps for up to 1–2 weeks refrigerated — brew once, enjoy all week

What's Included

• 1 × Toddy brewing container with lid
• 1 × glass decanter with lid
• 1 × rubber stopper
• 2 × reusable felt filters
• 1 × recipe booklet and instructions

How to Use the Toddy Home Cold Brew System

1. Place a felt filter (and optional paper filter) in the base of the brewing container, secured by the rubber stopper
2. Add 235ml (1 cup) of cold water to the bottom of the container
3. Add 170g of coarsely ground coffee and gently saturate with water
4. Add the remaining water (approximately 900ml total) without stirring
5. Cover and steep at room temperature or in the fridge for 12–24 hours
6. Place the brewing container over the glass decanter and remove the stopper — concentrate drains through the filter
7. Store the decanter in the fridge; the concentrate keeps for up to 2 weeks

To serve: dilute 1 part concentrate with 1–2 parts water, milk, or oat milk over ice. Or use it hot by diluting with hot water.

Who Is the Toddy Home Cold Brew System For?

• Coffee lovers with sensitive stomachs — the dramatically reduced acidity makes cold brew the go-to brewing method for anyone who finds regular coffee harsh or uncomfortable
• Iced coffee drinkers — cold brew concentrate produces a noticeably better-tasting iced coffee than chilled hot-brewed coffee, which becomes bitter and flat as it cools
• Batch brewers — one Toddy batch makes enough concentrate for a full week of daily drinks; ideal for households who want great coffee without daily effort
• Café owners and small coffee businesses — one reviewer uses the Toddy daily in their coffee shop; the system scales well for small-batch café cold brew service
• Anyone curious about cold brew — the Toddy is the easiest, most proven entry point into home cold brew brewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does cold brew take in the Toddy Home System? The recommended steep time is 12–24 hours. A 12-hour steep produces a lighter, slightly brighter concentrate; 18 hours (one reviewer's preferred timing) delivers a well-rounded, smooth result with low acidity; 24 hours produces the deepest, most intense concentrate. You can steep at room temperature or in the fridge — fridge steeping takes slightly longer but can be left unattended overnight safely.

How much concentrate does the Toddy Home System make? Using 340g of ground coffee, the Toddy produces approximately 1–1.1 litres (36–38oz) of cold brew concentrate per batch. When diluted at a 1:1 ratio with water or milk, this yields approximately 2 litres of finished cold brew — enough for multiple drinks throughout the week.

How long does Toddy cold brew concentrate keep? Stored in the included glass decanter in the fridge, Toddy cold brew concentrate stays fresh for up to 1–2 weeks. This makes it ideal for batch brewing — make one batch and enjoy fresh cold brew throughout the week without any daily preparation.

What is the difference between cold brew and iced coffee? Iced coffee is regular hot-brewed coffee poured over ice — as it cools, the volatile aromatic compounds that make coffee taste bright and fresh dissipate, and the acids that hot brewing extracts remain, resulting in a flat, bitter drink. Cold brew is brewed entirely in cold water, extracting a different flavour profile with far less acid and bitterness — producing a smoother, sweeter, more naturally flavourful drink even as it cools.

What grind size should I use with the Toddy? A coarse grind — similar to French press or coarser — is recommended for the Toddy. Finer grinds can clog the filter and make draining slow. One reviewer uses their grinder's coarsest setting with excellent results.

Can Toddy cold brew concentrate be served hot? Yes. Dilute the concentrate with hot water (rather than cold) in the same ratio and serve immediately. The resulting hot coffee retains the low-acid, smooth character of the cold brew process — making it an excellent option for those who prefer hot coffee but are sensitive to acidity.