In just a few years, cold brew has gone from being a niche trend to becoming a regular part of the summer menu for many, both at home and in coffee shops. In the midst of this development, there is one cold brew brewer that really stands out: the Toddy Cold Brew System. Since 1964, Toddy has been the original, a system that has shaped the way the world brews coffee cold and is still considered the standard for pure, sweet cold brew.
Solberg & Hansen has been the Norwegian importer of the Toddy Cold Brew System since 2019, helping Norwegian coffee shops brew delicious cold brew as the trend has grown. Toddy's cold brew system is very easy to use, with no electricity required. All you need is coffee, time and cold water.
Why use Toddy?
Toddy is designed to brew cold coffee with a round, sweet flavour and low acidity. Perfect for serving over ice cubes, or as a base for creative coffee drinks. The cold extraction ensures that the natural flavours of the coffee come through clearly, while bitterness and acidity are toned down.
In addition, Toddy's cold brew system has a safe and sturdy design that is easy to clean. They offer brewers for both professional operators, such as coffee shops and other catering establishments, and for the home barista.
Read also: What is the difference between cold brew and iced coffee?
How to serve cold brew
Pre-brewed cold brew can be used for more than just a glass of iced coffee. Here are some tips on how to use cold brew:
Ren cold brew over is:
Pour the concentrate over ice cubes for a clean and chilled coffee experience. Here, we recommend making a cold brew of a lightly roasted coffee with fruity flavours, such as Tade from Ethiopia or a coffee from Kenya.
Cold brew with milk or cold foam:
Mix cold brew and milk (or plant-based drinks) for a round and creamy iced coffee. Here we recommend brewing cold brew with a rich coffee from Brazil, for example. You can also top a glass of cold brew with cold foam. Either pure cold foam, or with a flavouring such as syrup.
Cold brew with flavourings:
Cold brew works great with vanilla syrup, caramel, chocolate or spices. Or with tonic water or a soft drink.
Make creative coffee drinks:
Use cold brew as a base for mocktails, cocktails, lemonades or nitro cold brew. A perfect welcome drink with or without alcohol.
Batch brewing - perfect for café operations:
Make large batches at once and store cold for up to two weeks.
Brewing recipe Toddy Cold Brew
- Prepare the filter and add coarsely ground coffee (boiling ground). Use approx. 100 g of coffee per litre of water.
- Add cold water and put on the lid. Leave to stand at room temperature for at least 12 hours, maximum 16 hours.
- Then stir the brew well before pouring it into bottles or serving cups.
- Set the brew cold. Cold brew has a shelf life of two weeks in the refrigerator.
Watch the video for instructions on the Toddy Home Cold Brew System (2 litres):
Toddy Cold Brew products at Solberg & Hansen
Coming summer 2026: Toddy® Go Brewer
This summer we're launching Toddy® Go Brewer, a simple cold brew brewer you can take with you when travelling, in the mountains, on overnight stays in hotels, or brew at home on the kitchen counter. With convenient markings on the inside for Brew and Fill, Toddy Go makes it easy to brew cold brew by colour - without the need for a measuring cup. The brewer is made of stainless steel, holds 0.75 litres and is designed to keep cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot. It is dishwasher safe and BPA-free.
Toddy® Home Cold Brew System
The brewing system that is just as suitable for the coffee shop as for the home barista. You can easily brew 2 litres of cold brew, which keeps well for two weeks in the fridge. This is the system our baristas use in Solberg & Hansen's concept store. As a coffee shop, you have the opportunity to offer cold brew of different coffee batches at the same time if you brew 2 litres at a time. The concept store often offers two or three different cold brews on the menu each summer.
The box contains: Brewing container with lid, silicone stopper, glass jug with lid, 2 reusable field filters and 3 disposable paper filters.
Read more about the Toddy® Home Cold Brew System in our webshop here.
Toddy® Cold Brew System - Bulk Brew
This is the cold brew brewer for those who run a catering establishment that sells a lot of cold brew. Here you brew 10 litres at a time, which can easily be bottled and chilled after brewing.
The bulk brewer can be found in our online store for business customers here.
