What Is Cold Brew Tea?
Cold brew tea is made by steeping loose leaf tea in cool water over time. The lower temperature draws out flavour more gently than hot brewing, giving the tea a smoother body, lower bitterness and a cleaner finish.
The result is a vibrant, refreshing tea that remains true to the character of the original blend.
How to Make Cold Brew Tea Mocktails
There are two stages: brew the tea, then mix your drinks. For quick answers, see the FAQ below.
You’ll Need
- Atlas & Eden organic tea
- Filtered or purified water
- Nexba sugar-free mixers
- Ice
- Fresh organic garnishes (see recipes)
- Jug with filter or glass pitcher
Step 1: Add the Tea
Place loose leaf tea into a tea filter or infuser and place it in your jug. Use 1 gram of tea per 100 mL of water. Cold-brew jugs with built-in filters make this easy.
Step 2: Add Water
Fill one-third of the jug with room-temperature filtered water and shake or stir gently.
Step 3: Steep at Room Temperature
Cover the jug and let the tea steep on the bench for 1–2 hours to begin the extraction. Do not leave it at room temperature for longer than two hours.
Step 4: Move to the Fridge
Top up the jug with cool filtered water, give it another gentle shake and place it in the fridge to steep further. As a guide:
- Blue Beauty — 24–48 hours
- Elba Island — 48 hours
- Wildflower Immunity — 18–24 hours
Step 5: Remove the Tea Leaves
Once your desired flavour strength is reached, remove the tea leaves or filter.
Step 6: Mix Your Mocktails
Your cold-brew tea is now ready to serve on its own or use in mocktails. See our mocktail recipes.
Cold Brew Tea & Mocktails FAQ
How much tea should I use?
As a guide, use 1 gram of tea per 100 mL of water. If the flavour is too light, add more tea to strengthen the brew.
How long should I steep?
There are two stages: 1–2 hours at room temperature, then 12–48 hours in the fridge. On warm days, shorten the room-temperature stage, but do not exceed two hours. The fridge time controls strength, so taste and adjust to preference.
What kind of jug should I use?
Cold-brew jugs are convenient, but any clean glass or stainless-steel container works. Strain through a fine mesh or use enclosed tea filters for easy removal.
How is cold brew different from iced tea?
Iced tea is brewed hot and then cooled. Cold brew uses cool water and a longer steep, yielding a smoother flavour with lower bitterness.
Do the mocktails contain added sugar?
Our recipes are designed without added sugar. We use sugar-free mixers such as Nexba, while any natural sweetness comes from fruit or botanicals.
How long does cold brew keep?
Up to 5 days in the fridge. Store sealed and chilled for best quality.
Are cold brew mocktails suitable for kids?
The recipes are alcohol-free. For children, choose a caffeine-free blend, review the ingredients and serve sensibly.
Where can I buy what I need for mocktails?
Organic teas: Blue Beauty, Elba Island and Wildflower Immunity.
Mixers: Nexba (Classic Tonic Water; Lime, Cucumber & Mint Tonic Water; Rose Kombucha Lemonade) and Capi (sparkling water and tonics).
Vanilla extract: Organic Madagascan vanilla extract by VanillaBazaar.
Garnishes: Fresh organic fruit and herbs from local grocers; in NSW, Doorstep Organics offers excellent seasonal produce.