Large batch cold brew maker

The catch: the reusable felt filters need rinsing/maintenance, so it isn't completely mess-free.

If cleanup matters more than maximum yield

OXO Good Grips Cold Brew Coffee Maker

$59.97

The OXO is my runner-up. Its rainmaker top distributes water evenly and the release switch makes draining particularly tidy. It makes about 32 oz of concentrate, somewhat less than Toddy. Food Network also rated it its best overall cold-brew maker.www.foodnetwork.com

If you want the biggest simple batch

The County Line Kitchen 64-oz mason-jar brewer is worth considering. It uses a stainless-steel mesh basket rather than disposable/replacement filters and gives you a genuinely large two-quart vessel. The tradeoff is that you have to lift the wet coffee basket out, which is a little messier.cremaandgrind.com

My ranking for you:

Bottom line: Get the Toddy if you make cold brew regularly for yourself/household. If your number-one complaint is cleanup, spend a little more attention on the OXO—its draining system is exceptionally convenient.

• Capacity: 64 oz vessel
• Cleanup: Moderate; the wet grounds basket needs somewhere to drain.
• Best for: Daily drinkers who want several days of coffee ready at once.

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2. OXO Brew Cold Brew Coffee and Tea Maker

(Best for minimal mess)

About $60 · 24–28 oz concentrate

The OXO's perforated Rainmaker lid distributes water evenly, and a simple release switch drains the brew into its carafe without requiring you to lift a saturated filter basket.

• Capacity: About 12–14 drinks per batch, when diluted.
• Cleanup: Straightforward, with fewer grounds-handling hassles.
• Best for: Someone who values a neat, repeatable process more than maximum volume.

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3. Toddy Essential Brewer Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Around $35 · Paper-filter-bag system

A strong option if you prefer keeping the grounds contained in a filter bag. The classic Toddy system is well known for smooth concentrate, and the newer Essential Brewer uses paper filter bags for a simpler cleanup routine.

• Capacity: The classic system tested by Food Network yielded 36–38 oz concentrate; don't assume the Essential model has identical capacity.
• Cleanup: Convenient with the bag system, though you still need to empty and rinse the brewer.
• Best for: Making concentrated coffee for multiple drinks.

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4. Takeya Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Coffee Maker with Black Lid…

Around $35 · 2-quart pitcher

A lightweight, shatter-resistant plastic pitcher with an airtight lid and removable fine-mesh infuser. It's a practical choice for everyday fridge storage and serving.

• Capacity: 64 oz pitcher.
• Cleanup: Easy to rinse, but you'll still need to remove the wet grounds.
• Best for: Budget-conscious buyers who want a simple, durable pitcher.

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Quick comparison

Note that vessel capacity and finished coffee yield aren't the same thing. A 64 oz pitcher won't necessarily give you 64 oz of drinkable coffee after adding grounds and accounting for water absorbed by them.

How I'd choose

• You want the biggest batch with minimal fuss: County Line Kitchen.
• You hate mess and want the easiest draining process: OXO.
• You want grounds contained in a disposable filter bag: Toddy Essential.
• You want a durable, straightforward pitcher at a reasonable price: Takeya.

One final question that would help me narrow this to the best buy: How much finished cold brew do you want per batch?

1. Desired batch size

About 1 quart (4 cups)

Half a gallon (8 cups)

A gallon or more (16+ cups)

2. What's most important?

Minimal mess and easy cleanup

Maximum volume per batch

A spigot or tap for easy serving

3. Budget

Under $35

$35–$75

$75–$150

$150+ or commercial-grade

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