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Toddy

Toddy Commercial Cold Brew System with Lift 5 Gallon

  • 5 gallon capacity, yields up to 2.5 gallons of concentrate
  • Up to 108 drinks at 16 fl. oz. each per batch
  • Ground coffee brewed through paper filters
  • 2 tree free and 2 paper filters plus a patented lift
  • Semi-automatic cold brew dispenser, translucent plastic

Updated 26 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A large cold brew dispenser for cafes and restaurants that want smooth concentrate in volume. Paper filters do all the filtering, so plan on a steady supply of them.

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ASIN: B0FLY381HWCategory: Cold Brew Coffee Makers

Overview

Paper filter bags hold the grounds while they steep in cold water inside a translucent plastic dispenser, and a patented lift helps raise the bag once brewing is done. The finished concentrate is stored cold and poured for iced coffee or tea.

Commercial volume with little staff effort is the case for this system, since a single batch of concentrate supplies a long service of cold drinks. No reusable strainer appears in the parts list, so paper filters carry the whole load and replacements matter.

Who it's for

Busy coffee counters and restaurants pouring cold drinks all day suit this dispenser. Households brewing for one or two people will find the batch far larger than they need.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Big batch for a full service day
  • Brews coffee or tea
  • Filters and lift come included
  • Concentrate melts ice slowly in drinks
Cons
  • Concentrate takes refrigerator space
  • Paper filters are a running consumable
  • Weight when filled not listed

Performance notes

Cold-water extraction pulls flavor without the heat that scalds delicate notes, and it leaves behind the oils and acids that make coffee go stale. Results depend on grind and steep time, which the listing leaves to the operator. Storing the concentrate cold means it melts less ice when poured over a drink.

Specifications

BrandToddy
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions D x W x H12 × 12 × 17 inches
Capacity & performance
Capacity640 fl oz
Construction & materials
MaterialPlastic
ColorTranslucent
Other details
Filter TypePaper
Operation ModeSemi-Automatic
Coffee Input TypeGround
Specific Uses For ProductCold Brew Coffee Maker
Other Special Features of the ProductStays Fresher For Longer
StyleCold brew coffee dispenser
Concentrate yieldUp to 2.5 gallons
Servings per batchUp to 108 drinks of 16 fl. oz.

Frequently asked questions

How big is the 5 gallon Toddy cold brew system with lift?

The dispenser measures 12 x 12 x 17 inches (D x W x H).

Is this Toddy system a drip coffee machine?

No. Despite one spec label, it is a cold brew system that steeps ground coffee in cold water to make concentrate.

How should the cold brew concentrate be stored?

In a refrigerator. Stored cold, the concentrate does not quickly dilute the ice in cold drinks.

Can the 5 gallon Toddy system brew tea?

Yes. The description says it brews coffee or tea.