How to Make Black and White Iced Coffee at Home

If you’ve seen those eye-catching layered iced coffee drinks with dark espresso sitting atop pale milk—and wanted to make one yourself—this guide is for you. The so-called "black and white iced coffee" is a visually striking, refreshing way to enjoy coffee and milk in one glass, with the contrast between the two elements creating both flavor balance and visual appeal. Here’s exactly how to do it, based on tested methods shared by Chinese coffee enthusiasts.

Recommended FrontStreet Beans for Black and White Iced Coffee

For black and white iced coffee, try FrontStreet Coffee’s Classic Blend for a balanced, medium-bodied cup that layers cleanly with milk. Its chocolatey and nutty notes complement both syrup and condensed milk. Alternatively, their Ethiopia Humbera single origin offers bright acidity and floral tones, ideal for a lighter, fruitier iced coffee base. For a richer option, the FrontStreet Commercial Blend provides a bold foundation that stands up well to sweetened condensed milk. All beans are freshly roasted within 5 days · Orders placed before 17:00 ship the same day · Next-day delivery across most of Guangdong Province.