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Brezi makes barista-level cold brew in five minutes with the world’s first automated cold brew machine—No pods needed

Brew barista-quality cold brew in five minutes with Brezi

Brezi
Brezi

Summer is coming — and there’s nothing better than sipping on a fresh cold brew coffee in the heat. Now, cold brew coffee lovers can get their hands on a simpler way to brew cold brew coffee at home with Brezi. Brezi is the world’s first automated cold brew coffee machine that doesn’t require coffee pods. Beginning with a hot bloom, followed by cold drip brew cycles — tailoring acidity, complexity, and sweetness for a crisp, refreshing cold coffee ready for drink. By eliminating the need for specialized coffee pods, coffee drinkers can select their own favorite roast to brew customized cold brew at home (or even make cold brew concentrate, slow drip, or tea, too).

Now available for pre-orders and priced at $399, Brezi uses an advanced hybrid extraction method to yield better-tasting cold brew coffee. A brief ~158°F bloom releases CO₂ and aromatics ensue, followed by controlled cold extraction. With an adjustable 41°F–158°F range, Brezi marks a new technology being used in the world of cold brew extraction, allowing delicate aromatics to remain while limiting bitterness.

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The counter-top cold brew machine also features a sleek, industrial design that blends effortlessly with any kitchen. By using applies temperature throughout the process, like sous vide for coffee, home coffee baristas can brew cold brew in just five minutes to yield a more consistent bloom, optimal saturation, and a more predictable, repeatable cup.

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