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Vietnamese Iced Coffee Concentrate

Quick & Simple Meals
This Vietnamese Iced Coffee Concentrate is strong, smooth, and slightly sweet, perfect for hot days or easy coffee prep all week long. Made with bold brewed coffee and finished with sweetened condensed milk, it’s rich, refreshing, and easy to batch.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ lb ground coffee ~3¼ cups
  • 8 cups boiling water
  • 8 cups ice cold water
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk

Instructions
 

  • Place ground coffee in a large heat-proof bowl.
  • Add boiling water and stir to wet all grounds. Steep for 5 minutes.
  • Strain using a French press or cheesecloth-lined sieve into a clean jug.
  • Add ice cold water to the brewed coffee and stir.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/vietnamese-iced-coffee-concentrate/

Notes

  • Use a dark roast for a traditional bold Vietnamese flavor.
  • Sweetened condensed milk adds richness—adjust to taste or use coconut condensed milk for a dairy-free twist.
  • Keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week.
  • Great for meal prep or as a base for coffee smoothies.