Hario Mizudashi Cold Brew Coffee Pot, Black, 1000 ml

What is the Hario Mizudashi?

The Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot is a Japanese glass jug that makes cold brew coffee simple. You do not need a machine or electricity, just coffee, cold water and time.

Mizudashi means "cold brewed" in Japanese. The pot has a built-in fine mesh filter that keeps grounds out, producing a clear, smooth coffee. The black version holds 1000 ml and fits upright in most fridge doors.

Japanese craftsmanship in glass

Hario has been making heatproof glass in Japan for over seventy years. The Mizudashi is made from borosilicate glass. This glass is strong, flavour neutral and lets the coffee aromas shine. The lid seals well so the coffee will not pick up other smells in the fridge.

Who is it for?

The Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot is ideal for anyone who wants to make cold coffee at home without complicated equipment. The pot is compact, easy to clean and works without disposable paper filters.

• Coffee lovers who enjoy cold coffee in summer
• People watching their sugar and caffeine intake
• Diabetics who want to control the strength of their coffee
• Tea lovers who want to try cold brew tea
• Anyone who prefers fewer ready-made bottled drinks

Cold brew coffee is naturally lower in acidity than hot-brewed coffee, which can be gentler on sensitive stomachs. Because you control the cold brew ratio, you have full control over strength and caffeine level.

How do you use the Hario Mizudashi?

Making cold brew with the Hario Mizudashi is straightforward. You need coarsely ground coffee, cold water and a fridge. Below is a step-by-step guide.

Step-by-step preparation

1. Grind 80 grams of coffee coarse, similar to French press grind.
2. Place the ground coffee in the Mizudashi mesh filter.
3. Slowly pour 1000 ml of cold, filtered water over the coffee.
4. Close the lid and put the pot in the fridge.
5. Let it steep for 8 to 12 hours. Longer steeping gives a stronger flavour.
6. Remove the filter and enjoy your cold brew.

Cold brew ratio and brewing time

The standard cold brew water-to-coffee ratio is 1:12. For the Mizudashi 1000 ml that is about 80 grams of coffee per litre of water. For a cold brew concentrate, use 1:8, so 125 grams of coffee per litre. Dilute the concentrate with water or milk to taste.

Brewing time for cold brew ranges from 8 to 24 hours. Start with 8 hours for a mild flavour. Put the pot in the fridge in the evening and you will have fresh cold brew the next morning. Store the coffee for up to two weeks in the fridge.

Cold brew tea in the Mizudashi

The Mizudashi also works excellently for cold brew tea. Put loose tea or tea bags in the filter, add cold water and let it steep for 6 to 8 hours in the fridge. You get a smooth, aromatic iced tea without bitterness.

Features & specifications

The Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot combines a clean Japanese design with practical features. Key specifications are listed below.

• Capacity: 1000 ml
• Material: borosilicate glass and plastic
• Colour: black
• Filter: built-in fine mesh filter
• Lid: leakproof, suitable for fridge storage
• Dimensions: fits in the door of a standard fridge
• Dishwasher safe: yes (always check current product information)
• Suitable for: coffee and tea
• Origin: Japan

The glass construction is flavour neutral and does not absorb odours. The mesh filter keeps fine grounds out, giving you a clear cold brew. The lid seals tightly so you can store the pot on its side in the fridge if space is limited.

Alternatives & pairings

The Hario Mizudashi cold brew pot pairs well with other coffee accessories to get the best from your cold brew routine.

Pair with the right coffee beans

For cold brew, single origin beans or a blend made for cold extraction work best. Light roasts give fresh, fruity flavours. Dark roasts give a rich, full body with chocolate notes. Grind the beans coarse, just before use.

Hario coffee accessories as complements

Use a Hario hand grinder to grind your beans fresh and control the grind size. A precision scale helps you repeat the cold brew ratio exactly each time. Together with the Mizudashi, this forms a complete home cold brew kit.

Other cold brew makers

Besides the Mizudashi there are other glass cold brew pots in various sizes. If you make less coffee at a time, choose a smaller 600 ml pot. If you brew for several people, look for 1000 ml or larger. The Mizudashi 1000 ml is a popular size for everyday home use.