The Dutch word for coffee is koffie. The origins of the method that constitutes “Dutch Coffee” are a little blurred. However, it is assumed that it developed some time in the 17th century in the Netherland. As Dutch colonialism progressed, it spread to Korea and Japan where the cold dripped coffee became increasingly popular. Here is where it gained the moniker “Dutch Coffee.” Now, it is also referred to as Kyoto coffee. But what exactly is it? In brief, Dutch Coffee is a slow drip cold brewing method that involved dripping ice cold water onto a bed of grounds and slowly allowing extraction to take place. It makes for a smooth cup with a noticeable sweetness and a lack of bitterness and acidity. However, it still makes a rather. concentrated brew, so it is quite strong. Most opt to dilute it.
