How to Make Iced Coffee with a Light Roast Using an AeroPress (It’s Easier Than You Think)

Light roast coffee. AeroPress. Ice. That’s all you need to unlock a ridiculously refreshing, flavour-packed brew—right from your kitchen.

Whether you’re chasing that crisp, citrusy kick of Midnight Canopy or the soft chocolate and nutty charm of Jungle Breeze, this iced AeroPress method brings your light roast beans to life. It’s quick, simple, and a lovely way to cool down without watering things down.

Here’s how to do it.

Why Use Light Roast Beans for Iced Coffee?

Light roasts are known for their bright acidity, delicate sweetness, and vibrant flavour notes—think citrus, florals, honey, stone fruits, or a hint of spice. They’re roasted just long enough to develop complexity without masking the bean’s origin character.

When brewed over ice, light roasts stay clean, crisp and expressive. You get the same clarity as a pour-over, but faster—and with a refreshing chill.

What You’ll Need

• AeroPress (any model works)

• Light roast beans – we recommend Midnight Canopy or Jungle Breeze

• Filtered water

• Scales (optional but helpful)

• Grinder (or use our Omni-Ground)

• Ice

• Timer or phone stopwatch

The Iced AeroPress Method (also called “Flash Brew”)

This method brews the coffee hot and fast—directly onto ice—so you get bold flavour and a cool finish without bitterness.

Step-by-step:

1. Weigh & grind
   Use 15g of coffee (about 1 AeroPress scoop). Grind medium-fine, a little finer than a V60. If you’re using our Omni-Ground, you’re good to go.

2. Add ice to your mug
   Fill your favourite glass with about 100g of ice (roughly half a cup).

3. Set up your AeroPress
   Use the inverted method if you prefer control, or the standard method for ease. Both work great.

4. Add coffee & water
   Pour 200g of hot water (just off the boil, around 94–96°C) over your coffee. Stir well.

5. Steep & press
   Let it steep for 1–1:30 minutes. Then press gently over the ice. That’s it!

6. Top up & sip
   If needed, add a touch more ice or cold water to taste. Then enjoy immediately.

Tips for the Best Iced AeroPress Coffee

• Use fresh, high-quality beans. Light roasts are all about nuance—our single-origin range is roasted with that in mind.

• Grind fresh if you can. Aroma and flavour drop fast once ground.

• Stir properly. It ensures even extraction and prevents bitterness.

• Don’t skip the ice. It’s not just to chill—it’s part of the water ratio.

Try It with Our Favourite Light Roasts

• Midnight Canopy (Costa Rica) – Nutty, floral, citrus hints with caramel sweetness. Fairtrade certified and beautifully balanced over ice.

• Jungle Breeze (Honduras) – Sweet chocolate, nutty and smooth with gentle acidity. Grown in shade, Organic, and Bird Friendly certified.

One Cup, Real Impact

Every bag of Aviary coffee supports parrot conservation. When you brew with us, you're protecting wild habitats like those where the Military and Scarlet Macaws still fly free.

So yes, it’s just a cup of iced coffee—but it’s doing a bit of good for the planet too.