Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew 2LB: Flavor Profile and Brewing Guide
By Stone Street Coffee | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to brew Stone Street Coffee's Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew 2LB at home. This guide covers flavor notes, grind tips, and a simple step-by-step cold brew process.
Quick answer
Stone Street Coffee's Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew 2LB delivers a smooth, naturally sweet cold brew with nutty and chocolate notes. Use a coarse grind and steep for 12-24 hours for best results.
Flavor profile at a glance
This blend uses Supremo beans from Colombia—known for their large size and high quality—dark roasted to bring out nutty and chocolate notes. The vanilla hazelnut flavoring adds a gentle sweetness that works especially well in cold brew, where the slow extraction highlights the smooth, low-acid character.
Grind size matters
For cold brew, a coarse grind (similar to breadcrumbs) is essential. A fine grind can lead to over-extraction and bitterness, while too coarse may result in weak flavor. If you buy pre-ground, select the 'Cold Brew' grind option when available.
How to brew Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew
- Step 1: Measure and grind: Use a 1:4 coffee-to-water ratio (e.g., 1 cup coffee to 4 cups cold water). Grind the beans coarse—like sea salt. A common mistake is grinding too fine, which makes the brew bitter. A coarse grind is key for smooth cold brew.
- Step 2: Combine and steep: Add the ground coffee to a pitcher or mason jar, pour in cold filtered water, and stir gently. Cover and let it steep at room temperature for 12-24 hours. Steeping longer than 24 hours can cause over-extraction and bitterness. Set a timer to avoid over-steeping.
- Step 3: Filter and store: Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve lined with a coffee filter or a nut milk bag into a clean container. Squeeze gently to extract remaining liquid. Store the concentrate in the fridge for up to two weeks. A common mistake is skipping the filter, which leaves sediment in your brew. Always filter thoroughly for a clean cup.
- Step 4: Serve and adjust: Dilute the concentrate with equal parts water or milk over ice. Adjust to taste—add more water for a lighter cup or use less for a stronger kick. The vanilla hazelnut flavor shines best when served cold, so avoid microwaving the concentrate. Taste and adjust dilution before adding sweeteners.
Product facts
- Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew 2LB: Supremo beans, known as the largest and highest quality from Colombia, are dark roasted to bring out nutty, chocolate notes. This means you get a rich, smooth cold brew with natural sweetness and low acidity, even without added sugar or cream.
Vanilla Hazelnut Cold Brew 2LB
