| How to Drink Cold Brew Coffee Posted: 06 Jun 2019 01:00 AM PDT Not to be confused with iced coffee (coffee served with ice), cold brew coffee is coffee that is brewed cold. Cold brew coffee has grown in popularity due to its full-bodied and bold flavor. It's also less acidic and easier to consume than traditional coffee brewed with hot water.[1] Making your own cold brew coffee does take some time, but is a delicious and easy way to make coffee that can consumed cold or hot and customized to your liking! EditMaking Your Own Basic Cold Brew Coffee - Measure and mix the coarsely ground coffee with cold or room temperature water. The ratio of ground coffee to water will vary depending on personal taste. A good place to start is to use the basic formula of one pound of ground coffee for every one gallon of water, and increase or decrease the amount of ground coffee to find your desired flavor strength.[2]
- Once you have determined the amount of water and coffee to use, pour the desired amount of cold or room temperature water into your large container. Stir in the ground coffee and mix well.
- Cover the ground coffee and water mixture and let it rest at room temperature for 12 to 24 hours. You can let the mixture sit out covered overnight, but make sure you let it rest for at least 12 hours so that the coffee has time to brew completely. For stronger coffee, increase the amount of time the you let the mixture rest, up to 24 hours.[3]
- Separate the coffee grounds from the mixture using a large coffee filter or mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth. Now that the mixture has had ample time to rest, your coffee has been cold brewed and you are ready to remove the remaining coffee grounds from the mixture. There are a few ways that you can separate the coffee grounds to avoid any unwanted grainy texture. Here are a few suggestions.
- Pour the mixture through a large coffee filter. If there is sediment still left in the mixture, pour it through the filter a second time to ensure the remaining liquid is clear and smooth.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer lined with a cheesecloth to filter out the grounds.
- Chill the filtered or strained cold brew coffee and serve with ice. Once all of the coffee grounds have been separated from the liquid, you will have a fresh batch of cold brew coffee ready to be chilled. Once the cold brew coffee is chilled to your desired temperature, serve with ice and enjoy!
EditMaking Cold Brew Coffee Variations - Add milk or a dairy-free milk alternative to your cold brew coffee to cut bitterness. If black coffee is not your thing, adding milk and or a milk alternative is a great way to make cold brew coffee that is creamy and smooth. Whether you are enjoying your coffee hot or cold, you can add milk or a milk alternative to your cold brew coffee.
- Add 1/2 to 2 tablespoons of whole milk, half and half, creamer, or a dairy-free creamer to make your drink particularly creamy.
- Mix in 1 to 2 tablespoons of almond, cashew, or macadamia nut milk for a nuttier, slightly sweet beverage.
- Try 1 to 2 tablespoons of coconut milk for unique tropical flavor that goes great with cold brew coffee.
- Heat up your cold brew for a more traditional-style hot cup of coffee. Hot cold brew coffee has a similar taste to your more traditional coffee brewed hot, but with significantly less acidity and bitterness. Heated cold brew coffee might pack less of a punch from your usual hot coffee, but it will make for a smooth, flavorful, and delicious warm drink![4]
- Select a cold brew coffee with a strong concentration to avoid making coffee that is too watery. Heating cold brew coffee without that undesirable "burnt" flavor requires that you dilute the original concentrate. Whether you are making your own cold brew coffee or purchasing a pre-made batch from a store, you will need to select a batch with a strong concentration to avoid over-diluting, resulting in a cup of coffee that is too watery.[5]
- Boil six ounces of water for every eight ounce cup of hot cold brew coffee you wish to make.
- Once the water is boiling, pour it into a large mug and mix in two ounces of strong concentrate cold brew coffee for every six ounces of water.
- Add in additional ingredients for a fancy café-style drink. By adding any milk or creamer, sugar, syrup, or spices to your cold brew coffee, you can re-create your favorite fancy café drink at home, usually for much cheaper! If you are feeling extra fancy, you can learn how to your own simple syrup or sweet cream to add to your cold brew coffee for a delicious homemade version.
- Use a blender and add a handful of ice for a blended coffee drink. Use your blender and add a handful of ice to your cold brew coffee and any desired ingredients to make a blended iced coffee drink that is typically cheaper and healthier than at a café.
- Blend one cup of milk or milk alternative, one tablespoon of sugar or syrup of choice, a handful of ice, and one cup of cold brew coffee for a refreshing cold brew blended cappuccino.[6]
- Mix up a cold brew coffee cocktail or mocktail by adding alcohol or mixers. If you are looking for new and interesting ways to drink cold brew coffee, making a cold brew coffee cocktail or mocktail might fit the bill.
- Adding 8 ounces of tonic water to 2 ounces of iced cold brew coffee will leave you with a refreshing mocktail that can be enjoyed any time of day.
- For a delicious cold brew cocktail, mixologists recommend adding mezcal for a bold and smoky beverage, or sherry and cream for a sweet and velvety option.[7]
- Try mixing in 2 ounces of Kahlua or Bailey's with one cup of milk or milk alternative, 2 ounces of cold brew coffee, and a pinch of your favorite spice for an extra creamy cold brew cocktail.
- Make a cold brew coffee dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. Just like traditional coffee brewed hot, cold brew can be used to make some delicious desserts. With only one cup of cold brew coffee, 3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk, a set of popsicle molds and sticks, you can freeze and serve some delightful cold brew coffee popsicles in a matter of hours.[8]
- For a slightly more labor intensive but incredibly satisfying dessert, try making a batch of cold brew Ice cream. Stir 2 cups of heavy whipping cream, 12 ounces of sweetened condensed milk and one tablespoon of Kahlua until peaks form. Gently mix in ½ cup of cold brew coffee, freeze for 2-3 hours, serve and enjoy![9]
EditThings You'll Need - Coarsely ground coffee
- A large container
- Cold or room temperature water
- One large coffee filter or a fine mesh strainer lined with cheesecloth
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| How to Hang Outdoor String Lights on a Deck Posted: 05 Jun 2019 05:00 PM PDT String lights suspended above a deck space creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The soft glow of the lights is both soothing and practical, filling your outdoor space with light and a relaxing aura. Installing string lights on your deck is actually really simple. With the right materials and a little bit of effort, you'll be enjoying your hanging string lights in no time. EditHanging String Lights from Posts - Hold the lights above the deck and mark where you need support posts. The first thing you should do before hanging your lights is to lay them out along your deck where you want them to hang. Hold them up so you can see where they will need supports. Use a pencil or piece of painter's tape to mark where you will need to attach support posts.[1]
- You will need to install supports roughly apart to hold up your string lights.
- Have another person help you hold the lights up above your deck.
- Be sure to leave a little slack in your string lights so they have a little give when you hang them.
- Make sure the plug is near a power outlet.
- Use furring strips or thin wooden posts to hang your string lights. Furring strips are thin by posts that work great to hang light things like string lights. But you can use any type of wooden post that you want. Just use posts that are strong enough to withstand wind and rain. And make sure you have enough posts to support your lights![2]
- You can find furring posts and other wooden posts at your local hardware or home improvement store.
- Paint or stain your posts to match your deck. Since you'll be attaching the posts to your deck, you'll want them to either match or complement the color of your deck. Whether you want the posts to blend in or accent your deck, painting or staining also strengthens the posts, and will make them last longer. Be sure to allow your posts to fully dry before you use them.[3]
- Be sure to use paint or stain that is rated for outdoor use!
- If your posts are already stained or painted but you want to change it, you can remove the paint and then restain or repaint them!
- Attach cup hooks to the ends of your posts. Cup hooks are small, curved hooks with a screw on one end that can be used to hang your lights from your posts. It's easier to attach them to your posts before you install them on your deck. Screw a cup hook onto the end that the lights will hang from. You can use a power drill to make a hole or manually screw the hook into the post. Make sure the hook is all the way in and secure in the post.[4]
- Choose cup hooks that also complement your deck. There are gold, silver, and other color options to choose from. You can find them at your local hardware store.
- Install the posts onto your deck where you marked. You can either screw or nail the posts into place, just as long as they are securely attached. Measure the height of your posts so that they are mounted at the same level to hang your string lights evenly. You can either mount them on the inside of your deck or the outside, whichever you prefer.[5]
- If you're using furring strips, be sure to attach them gently. They can be fragile enough to crack under the strain of a hammer or drill.
- Hang your lights on the hooks mounted to the posts. With your supports mounted, it's time to hang your lights! Keep the plug near the outlet and string the lights from post to post. Let them hang a little loosely so they can give a little under the strain of the outdoor elements. Once they're attached, plug them in to enjoy them whenever you like.
- Keep the lights unplugged while you attach them.[6]
EditUsing Heavy Planters to Hang String Lights - Get heavy planters that complement your deck. Planters can be ornate and come in a variety of colors and designs, so you want to choose ones that suit your deck. You also want to the same planters for a uniform look. Planters can be made out of many different materials as well, so choose materials that you like and are durable enough to last.[7]
- You can find heavy planters at home improvement stores like Home Depot or Lowe's.
- You can also repaint your planters to match your deck.
- Arrange the heavy planters around the perimeter of your deck. Before you fill your planters, you need to arrange them where you will need support posts to hang your lights. Hold your lights up around your deck to see where they will need supports, and place a planter there. Install your planters on the outside of your deck so the poles are not in the way.[8]
- You can place your planters at the corners of your deck or space them out every or so.
- Planters are both heavy and can be chipped, so try not to move them too much so you don't risk damaging them.
- Use wooden posts or taller to install in your planters. Because you're installing support posts that start lower, in the planters, they need to be tall enough to reach above your deck so your lights can hang. You can use furring strips or any other wooden posts as supports. Just be sure your posts are strong enough to support your lights and withstand the movement caused by wind.[9]
- You can also paint or stain your posts.
- Attach cup hooks to the posts before putting them in the planters. Since the posts have to be taller to reach above your deck, you need to attach your cup hooks before you put them into the planters. You also don't want to disturb the posts too much once they're in the planters. Screw in a cup hook to the end you plan to hang your lights from.[10]
- Make sure the hooks are securely attached.
- Insert the posts in the planters and fill with heavy materials. After you've attached your cup hooks to your posts, put them into the planter and fill the planter with heavy materials like concrete or gravel. If you plan to keep plants in the planters, you can put gravel in the bottom of the planter and fill the rest with dirt before adding any plants.[11]
- For a strong hold, fill the bottom of the planter with wet cement, insert the post in the center, and allow the cement to fully dry.
- String your lights from one post to another. With your posts in the planters and the planters in place, start connecting your string lights, keeping the plug near an electrical outlet. Work your way from one post to the next, making sure the lights are securely connected to one post before moving to another. Leave a little bit of slack in the string lights so they can sway with the wind.[12]
- If you're not using wooden posts or cup hooks, you can use zip ties to attach the lights to the supports.
EditAttaching String Lights Directly Onto the Deck - Hold the lights along the deck and mark where you want to attach them. If you plan to attach your lights directly onto your deck, the first thing you should do is run the lights along the length of your deck, keeping the plug near an outlet. Find where the lights will need to be attached to the deck to be supported. Mark with a pencil or a piece of painter's tape where you will need to add cup hooks.[13]
- For a more "relaxed" hang in your lights, mark every so the lights can hang a little bit. If you want the lights to stay snug against the deck, you can mark every 3-5 feet.
- You may not want much slack in your lights when attaching them directly to your deck.
- Install cup hooks where you marked. Take your cup hooks and screw them into the places you marked. Make sure that they are screwed all the way in. Make sure the hooks are pointed up so the string lights won't fall out of them.[14]
- Use cup hooks with colors that either blend in with or complement your deck!
- Attach the lights on the the hooks using mini carabiners. After you've installed your cup hooks, connect your lights to them and secure them with mini carabiners for additional support. Thread the carabiner through the eye of the screw and cord of the light. Carabiners are easy to remove as well, so if you need to take down the lights, simply remove the carabiners and uninstall your string lights.[15]
- Make sure the lights are not plugged in while you attach them!
EditThings You'll Need EditHanging String Lights from Posts - Pencil or painter's tape
- Hammer or drill
- Nails or screws
- Wooden posts
- Cup hooks
EditUsing Heavy Planters to Hang String Lights - Tall wooden posts
- Heavy planters
- Cup hooks
- Concrete, gravel, or dirt
EditAttaching String Lights Directly Onto the Deck - Pencil or painter's tape
- Cup hooks
- Mini carabiners
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| How to Record Skype Calls Posted: 05 Jun 2019 09:00 AM PDT This wikiHow teaches you how to record a video or audio call on Skype on both your computer and your mobile items. If you use Skype a lot, chances are you've had some conversations that you wish you could relive. From funny to touching, these moments can be incredibly important. Luckily, you can protect your future moments by recording your audio and video calls. EditOn Mobile - Open Skype. Tap the Skype app icon, which resembles a white "S" on a blue background. This will open your Skype main page if you're logged in.
- If you aren't logged into Skype, enter your Skype email address or username, then enter your password when asked.
- Start a Skype call. Choose a contact from the list, then tap either the phone-shaped "Call" button or the video camera-shaped "Video Call" button.
- Tap . It's at the bottom-center of the screen. A pop-up menu will appear.
- Tap . This is in the pop-up menu. Skype will begin recording your call.
- Tap when you are done. You'll see this link in the top-left corner of the screen.
- Make sure you don't stop the call until the "Finalizing your recording..." message disappears.
- End the call. Tap the red-and-white phone icon (or the X on iOS) to terminate the call.
- Play back the recording. Everyone in the chat will see the recording you made in the chat section of the conversation. Tapping the recording will play it.
- Long-pressing the video and then tapping Save in the resulting menu will save the video to your smartphone or tablet.
EditOn Desktop - Make sure that you are running the latest version of Skype. You need version 8 of the new Skype interface to record calls.[1]
- You can download the latest version of Skype by going to https://www.skype.com/en/get-skype/, clicking the Get Skype for button, and selecting your operating system.
- Once you've downloaded Skype, you can install Skype by double-clicking the downloaded file and following the on-screen prompts.
- If you are using Skype for Windows 10, then check the Microsoft store for updates. Click on the triple dots, then choose "Downloads and Updates", then choose "Get Updates".
- Open Skype. Click or double-click the Skype app icon, which resembles a white "S" on a blue background. This will open your Skype main page if you're logged in.
- If you aren't logged in, enter your email address and password when prompted before you continue.
- Start a call. Select a contact from the left-hand list of people (or search for a contact), then click either the phone-shaped "Call" button or the video camera-shaped "Video Call" button.
- Click . It's in the bottom-right corner of the window. A pop-up menu will appear.
- Click . This option is in the pop-up menu. Skype will begin recording your call.
- Click when you are done. You'll see this link at the top of the window.
- Make sure you don't stop the call until the "Finalizing your recording..." message disappears.
- End the call. Click the red-and-white phone icon at the bottom of the window to do so.
- Play back the recording. Everyone in the chat will see the recording you made in the chat section of the conversation. Clicking the recording will play it.
- Right-clicking (or -clicking the video and then clicking Save to "Downloads" in the resulting menu will save the video to your computer.
- Always ask the other party for permission prior to recording a phone call.
- Skype recordings will automatically be deleted after thirty days.
- You may need Skype Credits to complete your calls. Prior to calling and recording your conversation, make sure you have enough Skype Credits, as this could otherwise cause delays with your call, or have your call be cut short.
- Recording someone without their consent is illegal.
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