Does Cold Brewing Use More Coffee Than Hot Brewing?
Yes. The Hourglass uses approximately 25% more coffee than hot brewing. Cold brewing with the Hourglass produces approximately 24 cups per pound and hot brew machines yield approximately 34 cups per pound. However, if you factor in that you can brew the grounds a second time with the Hourglass, the yield is very close to hot brewing, 30 cups versus 34 cups.The big cost savings with the Hourglass cold brew system is it stays fresh for weeks so coffee is never wasted. People with hot brew machines throw out as much as 30% due to stale and bitter coffee that cannot be re-used. The Hourglass cold brew system has the economical advantage and can save you up to 30% because coffee is never wasted or thrown out.
