Sleepy Owl Cold Brew

Sleepy Owl sells both cold-brew formats, including brew packs and ready-to-drink cold coffee products. The concentrate-style preparation is designed to be diluted with water or milk, while a ready-to-drink bottle can be served directly over ice.

Sleepy Owl describes cold brew as a slow process that commonly takes about 18 to 24 hours. Its cold-brew packs are intended to steep in cold or room-temperature water before straining and serving.

Cold extraction uses much less heat than conventional hot brewing, which can produce a smoother and less sharp flavor profile. Sleepy Owl's own FAQ describes cold brew as less acidic than traditionally brewed coffee, but the result still depends on the coffee-to-water ratio and steeping time.

You can dilute the concentrate with water, milk, or a plant-based milk and then pour it over ice. The brand also sells flavored coffee products, so the plain cold brew can be customized without changing the basic 18 to 24 hour steeping method.