Ideal Coffee Configuration

Right now my ideal coffee making configuration is using the Aeropress Coffee and Espresso Maker, the Cuisinart Conical Burr Mill, and some frothed milk using an Aerolatte Milk Frother. Overall the quality of coffee that I am getting is exceptional. I have been experimenting with different ways of using the Aeropress and so far my favorite is the inverted method of brewing as it is easier for me to keep things clean, plus it feels as though there is less pressure on a perfect filter placement.
My favorite coffee roast is actually straight out of my neighborhood. J&S Bean Factory has a roast called "Steve's Smokey Double Dark" which is about my favorite roast in the world.  My second favorite is the medium roast out of Good Turn Coffee. So, if you get a chance I highly recommend placing an order for either roast.

Cold Press Coffee

This summer the Dunn Brothers Coffee Shop in St. Paul started serving a drink named Vanilla Iced Nirvana. It is made with cold press coffee. These days I have attempted to order lattes and mochas made with cold press instead of espresso. This is usually met with a weird look from the barista and a lot of confusion when it comes time to ring up the coffee.
I have decided that it would be great to try and learn how to make cold press at home. This weekend I made my first attempt. I did my research, but I found a lot of conflicting recipes. I am working with this cold press recipe at the moment. The basic gist is coarse ground coffee, 4 parts water, 1 part coffee, steep for 3 to 24 hours. My first attempt was a 24 hour steeping (is that even a verb?). I'd love to hear tips from anyone who has attempted this. My goal is to avoid purchasing a Toddy Maker if possible.

Tags: coffee, cold press, caffeine