Honest Light Roast Review: Not What You Expected

It Smells Better Than It Taste — a quiet coffee newsletter where I share what I'm learning about coffee, curiosity, and daily rituals, this channel is an extension of that space: https://www.itsmellsbetterthanittaste.com/ Everyday Beans is about finding joy in coffee: one cup at a time. I’m an engineer turned roaster, a self-proclaimed mad scientist behind the brewer, and someone endlessly curious about coffee — and life. I share my wins, misses, and discoveries so you can explore your own journey through coffee. check us out at: everydaybeans.com https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9qwpeQ_Vz_Kdf1Z3DycWxQ?sub_confirmation=1 Ever wondered why light roast coffee can be so polarizing? In this honest exploration, I'm putting a Sumatran light roast to the test. Despite brewing it "perfectly" with all the right parameters, something's missing. Join me as I experiment with different brewing temperatures (210°F down to 180°F) in search of that elusive sweetness and clarity that many light roast coffees promise but don't always deliver. This video isn't about bashing light roast - it's about my genuine journey to understand it better. I share my brewing process, tasting notes, and struggles trying to find balance in a cup that seems dominated by acidity. If you've ever been frustrated by light roast or want to improve your brewing technique, this honest conversation is for you. V60 brewing at 180°F with 1:15 ratio The impact of temperature on acidity and sweetness Comparing light, medium and dark roast clarity Why stronger ratios (1:10) might work better for light roasts The search for balance in a coffee cup