Scale Your Cold Brew Business with High-Efficiency Extraction Systems (50L-2000L)

Cold Brew Coffee Equipment for Commercial Producers

From low-temperature extraction to filtration, nitrogen infusion and packaging — production systems built for consistent flavor and scalable cold brew output.

  • Complete Production Line – Cold extraction (2–8°C), integrated stainless steel filtration, optional nitro infusion and automated CIP cleaning.
  • Flavor Consistency – Precise temperature control (±1°C) and standardized extraction cycles (12–24 hours) ensure repeatable batch quality.
  • Nitro Cold Brew Ready – Optional nitrogen infusion system for nitro cold brew production without additional equipment investment.
  • Scalable Capacity – Systems from 50L to 2,000L per batch, designed for single-location cafes through national beverage brands.

Specialized Expertise in Cold Coffee Extraction Technology

Cold Brew-Specific Design Features​

Cold Brew-Specific Design Features

Unlike hot coffee brewing equipment, ZPET’s cold brew systems address the unique challenges of low-temperature extraction, including extended brewing times (12-24 hours vs. 4-6 minutes for hot coffee), precise temperature control (2-8°C), and efficient filtration to remove fine coffee grounds. Our systems feature smooth interior surfaces to prevent coffee residue buildup, integrated filtration for crystal-clear concentrate, and optional nitrogen infusion for nitro cold brew

Complete Production Workflow Integration

  • Brewing Tanks: Stainless steel vessels with jacketed cooling or glycol systems maintain consistent low temperatures (2-8°C) during 12-24 hour extraction. Insulated walls reduce temperature fluctuations and energy consumption by 30-40%.
  • Temperature Control System: Precision cooling maintains optimal extraction temperature (2-8°C) to prevent over-extraction (bitterness) or under-extraction (weak flavor). Optional glycol chillers for large-scale operations.
  • Integrated Filtration: Multi-layer stainless steel mesh filters (100-200 micron) remove coffee grounds while preserving oils and flavor compounds. Produces smooth, sediment-free concentrate ready for dilution or bottling.
  • CIP Cleaning System: Automated cleaning with food-grade sanitizers removes coffee oils and residues. Reduces cleaning time from 2-3 hours (manual) to 45-60 minutes (automated).
  • Optional Nitrogen Infusion: Integrated nitrogen dosing system for nitro cold brew (creamy texture, cascading effect). Pressure-rated tanks (up to 2 bar) support nitrogen infusion.

Scalability for Growing Coffee Businesses

ZPET’s modular design allows coffee shops to start with a core system (1-2 brewing tanks) and expand capacity by adding tanks, filtration units, or bottling lines as demand grows. Our systems support production scaling from 50L/week (single-location cafes) to 10,000L/week (regional distribution) without replacing core equipment.

Choose Your Cold Brew Coffee System Capacity

Introduction: ZPET offers cold brew coffee systems in four capacity ranges (50L-200L, 300L-500L, 800L-1000L, 1500L-2000L) designed for different production scales—from single-location cafes to commercial beverage producers

50L-200L Cold Brew Coffee System

Cafe-Scale System for Coffee Shops & Restaurants

  • Capacity: 50-200 Liters (13-53 gallons per batch)
  • Best For: Single-location cafes, specialty coffee shops, restaurants, juice bars
  • Key Advantage: Low initial investment ($8,000-$25,000) with professional-grade extraction control—ideal for testing cold brew menu offerings before scaling
  • Weekly Production: 100-600L (2-3 batches per week)
  • Configuration: 1-2 brewing tanks | Jacketed cooling or glycol chiller | Manual or semi-automatic control

300L-500L Cold Brew Coffee System

Mid-Scale System for Multi-Location Cafes & Regional Brands

  • Capacity: 300-500 Liters (79-132 gallons per batch)
  • Best For: Multi-location cafe chains, regional coffee brands, hotel/resort operations
  • Key Advantage: Optimal balance between production capacity and operational flexibility—supports 2-4 brewing tanks for continuous production and multiple coffee profiles
  • Weekly Production: 1,000-2,000L (2-3 batches per week)
  • Configuration: 2-4 brewing tanks | Glycol cooling system | Semi-automatic or PLC control (optional)

800L-1000L Cold Brew Coffee System

High-Capacity System for Commercial Production & Distribution

  • Capacity: 800-1000 Liters (211-264 gallons per batch)
  • Best For: Commercial coffee producers, bottled cold brew brands, contract manufacturing, regional distribution
  • Key Advantage: Commercial-scale production with full automation—supports 4-6 brewing tanks for continuous production and diverse product portfolio (original, flavored, nitro)
  • Weekly Production: 3,000-5,000L (3-5 batches per week)
  • Configuration: 4-6 brewing tanks | Glycol cooling | Full PLC automation with recipe management

1500L-2000L Cold Brew Coffee System

Industrial-Scale System for National Brands & Large-Scale Production

  • Capacity: 1500-2000 Liters (396-528 gallons per batch)
  • Best For: National cold brew brands, large-scale beverage producers, contract manufacturing facilities, international export
  • Key Advantage: Maximum production capacity—supports 6-8 brewing tanks for 8,000-10,000L per week, ideal for high-volume retail distribution and multi-brand production
  • Weekly Production: 8,000-10,000L (4-5 batches per week)
  • Configuration: 6-8 brewing tanks | Industrial glycol cooling | Full PLC automation with remote monitoring

Cold Brew Coffee System Comparison Matrix

Weekly production assumes 2-5 batches per week with 12-24 hour extraction cycles. Actual output depends on coffee-to-water ratio (1:4 to 1:8 for concentrate), brewing time, and operational efficiency

Capacity

Batch Output

Weekly Production

Best For

Typical Configuration

50L-200L

13-53 gal

100-600L/week

Single-location cafes, restaurants

1-2 tanks

300L-500L

79-132 gal

1,000-2,000L/week

Multi-location cafes, regional brands

2-4 tanks

800L-1000L

211-264 gal

3,000-5,000L/week

Commercial production, bottled brands

4-6 tanks

1500L-2000L

396-528 gal

8,000-10,000L/week

National brands, large-scale production

6-8 tanks

Note: Weekly production assumes 2-3 batches per week with 14-21 day fermentation cycles. Actual output depends on fermentation time, cider styles, and operational efficiency

Complete Cold Brew Coffee Production Process

Step 1

Coffee Bean Selection & Grinding (30-60 minutes)

•Select high-quality coffee beans (medium to dark roast recommended for cold brew)
•Grind to medium-coarse consistency (similar to French press)
•Coffee-to-water ratio: 1:4 to 1:8 (concentrate) or 1:8 to 1:12 (ready-to-drink)

Step 2

Water Preparation (15-30 minutes)

•Use filtered or purified water (chlorine-free) at 2-8°C
•Pre-chill water using glycol cooling system or refrigeration
•Transfer water to brewing tanks

Step 3

Coffee Immersion (10-20 minutes)

•Add ground coffee to brewing tanks
•Stir gently to ensure complete saturation (no dry pockets)
•Seal tanks and activate temperature control

Step 4

Cold Extraction (12-24 hours)

•Maintain consistent temperature (2-8°C) throughout extraction
•Monitor extraction time: 12-16 hours (lighter flavor), 18-24 hours (stronger flavor)
•No agitation required during extraction (immersion method)

Step 5

Filtration & Separation (1-2 hours)

•Drain cold brew concentrate through integrated filtration system
•Remove coffee grounds (can be composted or repurposed)
•Transfer filtered concentrate to storage tanks

Step 6

Dilution & Packaging (optional)

•Dilute concentrate to desired strength (1:1 to 1:3 water for ready-to-drink)
•Optional: Add nitrogen for nitro cold brew
•Bottle, can, or transfer to draft kegs for serving

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FAQ

Can the equipment produce other cold-extracted beverages (cold brew tea, infused water)?

Yes, with minor modifications. The same brewing tanks can produce cold brew tea, fruit-infused water, or botanical extracts. Dedicated tanks recommended to prevent flavor cross-contamination

Concentrate: 14-21 days refrigerated (2-4°C) in sealed containers. Ready-to-drink: 7-14 days refrigerated. Nitrogen-infused: 7-10 days (nitrogen dissipates over time).

Work with multiple coffee suppliers to ensure year-round availability. Store beans in airtight containers at room temperature (consume within 2-4 weeks of roasting for optimal flavor).

Requirements vary by country. Common certifications: Health department approval, food safety certification (HACCP), and business licensing. Bottled products may require additional labeling and nutritional information.

Start Your Commercial Cider Production with ZPET

Ready to scale your craft cidery? ZPET’s commercial cider brewing equipment provides the precision, reliability, and scalability you need to compete in the growing hard cider market.

1.Free Consultation: Discuss your production goals and receive capacity recommendations

2.Custom Proposal: Detailed system specifications, layout design, and pricing

3.Turnkey Installation: Manufacturing, shipping, installation, and operator training

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