Skip Starbucks: Here's How to Make Your Favorite Iced-Coffee at Home

Summer is fast approaching, which means it's time to make a switch to iced coffee. Iced coffee is a refreshing and delicious way to cool down on a hot day, and it can also be a great way to save money. Instead of spending $5-$6 on a Starbucks iced coffee, you can make your own at home for just a fraction of the cost.

Supplies you will need

Making iced coffee at home is easy. All you need is your favorite coffee grounds, water, and a cold brew maker. There are many different cold brew makers on the market, but if you’re looking for durability and a great price, we recommend the County Line Kitchen iced coffee maker. It’s made of durable glass and has a heavy-duty stainless steel filter, making it easy to use and clean. In addition to a cold brew maker, here are a few other supplies you'll need to make iced coffee at home:

• A large glass pitcher
• Ground coffee
• Ice
• Milk
• Sweetener (optional)

How to make iced coffee

For the perfect summer refreshment, there’s nothing like a cool cup of iced coffee. With the County Line Kitchen iced coffee maker, you can make up to 64 oz of iced coffee in time to beat the heat! Follow these step-by-step instructions to get the perfect cup.

Step 1: To make iced coffee, simply place the heavy-duty stainless steel filter in the bottom of the mason jar Step 2: Now add 1 cup of coarsely ground coffee inside the filter Step 3: Add 5 cups of cold water to the mason jar Step 4: Screw on the lid and place the jar in the refrigerator for 12-24 hours Step 5: After 12-24 hours, remove the jar from the refrigerator and strain the coffee Step 6: Pour the coffee into a pitcher and add your favorite milk and sweetener. We like to use almond milk and agave nectar, but you can use whatever you like! Your iced coffee is now ready to enjoy! Serve it over ice and garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of your favorite syrup.

Tips for making the best iced coffee

• Use coarsely ground coffee to prevent the coffee from becoming bitter.
• Use cold water. This will help to extract the flavor of the coffee without making it too strong.
• Let the coffee steep for 12-24 hours to give your cold brew time to develop its full flavor.
• Add your favorite milk and sweetener. This is where you can really get creative. Try different types of milk, sweeteners, and flavorings to find your perfect iced coffee recipe.

With these tips, you'll be able to make Starbucks-style iced coffee at home that's just as good, if not better, for a fraction of the price. So what are you waiting for? Get creative and experiment with different flavors to find your perfect iced coffee recipe!