AeroPress Iced Coffee Recipe
For AeroPress iced coffee, brew with part of the recipe water and use ice for the rest. Measuring both prevents the common problem of making a full hot coffee and then watering it down with an unmeasured glass of ice.
One-drink starting recipe
- 18 g medium-fine ground coffee
- 170 g hot brewing water
- 100 g ice
The combined 270 g of water and ice gives a 1:15 coffee-to-total-water ratio. Some water remains in the grounds, so the finished beverage will weigh less. Use an AeroPress model with sufficient capacity and follow its assembly instructions.
Brew, then chill
- Fit a compatible filter and secure the cap.
- Stand the brewer upright on a sturdy, heat-safe mug.
- Add the coffee and 170 g hot water.
- Stir gently to wet the grounds and steep for about two minutes as a starting point.
- Press slowly with light pressure.
- Pour the brewed coffee over the measured ice in a suitable serving vessel and stir.
Do not press onto a fragile glass. The upright AeroPress guide covers setup and what to do if pressing becomes difficult.
Adjust the result deliberately
If the cup is balanced but too strong, add a measured splash of water. If it is weak, reduce total dilution or use an appropriate higher dose next time. If it tastes underdeveloped despite adequate strength, try a finer grind or longer steep separately.
More ice does not always mean more immediate dilution if much of it remains frozen, but it can dilute the drink as you sip. Record the initial quantity and serving time for useful comparisons.
Add milk or sweetness if desired
Dissolve sugar in the warm coffee before chilling, or add syrup to the finished drink. Account for milk as another addition that changes concentration.
This is hot-brewed iced coffee, not a cold extraction. For another cold milk drink, try dalgona coffee. Keep your coffee selection consistent while testing the recipe.
