Last Updated on January 28, 2024 by Ibrahim Bat
Americano is one of the espresso-based coffees I often turn to when replenishing my caffeine stores. However, sometimes, I don’t feel ready for the bitter taste of Americano. At such times, my savior becomes the White Americano.
White Americano is special because it is not as bitter as regular black Americano and not as milky as a latte.
In this article on Bestcoffeeathome.com, we have prepared a comprehensive guide covering all the details about White Americano.
Grab your coffee and keep reading!
What is a White Americano?
White Americano is an espresso-based drink obtained by adding milk to the classic black Americano. The “White” in White Americano refers to adding steamed or heated milk to the classic Americano.
The White Americano offers a delightful combination of bold espresso, hot water’s lightness, and milk’s creamy sweetness. It is a popular choice for coffee lovers who enjoy the robustness of espresso but prefer a milder flavor with a touch of creaminess.
Finally, adding milk to the White Americano does not make it a latte. A latte is made by adding only steamed milk to espresso. In White Americano, both water and milk are added to the espresso. This difference means that a latte has a creamier texture and milder taste.
The White Americano strikes a balance between the strength of the espresso and the creaminess of the milk. It offers a richer coffee flavor than a Latte while providing a smooth and comforting mouthfeel from the milk.
How to Make White Americano?
To make White Americano, prepare an espresso shot and dilute it with water and milk. The espresso, water, and milk ratio can vary depending on personal preference and the coffee shop’s standard recipe. Some people may prefer more or less milk to adjust the coffee’s intensity and creaminess.
I’ll give you a starting point in this recipe and indicate the necessary tips to customize the recipe. Let’s now move on to the recipe.
Step 1) Prepare Your Espresso Shot
Prepare 1 shot (30 ml or 1 fl oz) of espresso for 1 cup (240 ml or 8 fl oz) of White Americano. You can prepare your espresso with an espresso machine, Nanopresso, or Nespresso machine. If you don’t have one of these, you may brew coffee with the intensity of espresso using a Moka pot or Aeropress.
Step 2) Add Hot Water
Add four times as much hot water to pour your espresso into a cup. You should use 120 ml (4 fl oz) of hot water for 1 shot of espresso.
Step 3 ) Add Milk
Add 1 or 2 times the amount of milk to the espresso you used in your cup. For 1 shot (30 ml or 1 fl oz) of espresso, add 30-60 ml (1-2 fl oz) of milk.
Heat the milk directly on the stove or use your espresso machine’s steam wand. This way, you can get frothier milk.
You can use any milk you enjoy drinking (whole, almond, soy, oat, etc.).
Serving Tips for White Americano
- If you want to feel the strong taste of espresso more in your White Americano, use less milk. For a milder White Americano, use more milk.
- If you want to drink your White Americano cold, you can follow the ratios in the recipe, but use cold water and cold milk instead of hot water. Then, you only need to serve your White Americano with plenty of ice.
- You can add various syrups to make your White Americano sweeter or add some flavor. Vanilla and caramel syrups go very well with White Americano.
Summary
I saved something important to mention at the beginning for the end because I don’t want you to approach White Americano with prejudice. Adding milk to Americano is often seen as odd. However, I think it is worth trying.
As much as I love Black Americano, I sometimes find it too bitter to drink. For this reason, I sometimes like to add milk to my Americano.
I hope I have been able to answer all the questions in your mind with this guide. However, if you still feel not enlightened enough, always text us!
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White Americano Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Espresso Maker
Ingredients
- 1 Shot Espresso
- 120 ml Hot Water
- 60 ml Milk
Instructions
- Prepare Your Espresso ShotPrepare 1 shot (30 ml or 1 fl oz) of espresso for 1 cup (240 ml or 8 fl oz) of White Americano. You can prepare your espresso with an espresso machine, Nanopresso, or Nespresso machine. If you don’t have one of these, you may brew coffee with the intensity of espresso using a Moka pot or Aeropress.
- Add Hot WaterAdd four times as much hot water to pour your espresso into a cup. You should use 120 ml (4 fl oz) of hot water for 1 shot of espresso.
- Add MilkAdd 1 or 2 times the amount of milk to the espresso you used in your cup. For 1 shot (30 ml or 1 fl oz) of espresso, add 30-60 ml (1-2 fl oz) of milk.Heat the milk directly on the stove or use your espresso machine’s steam wand. This way, you can get frothier milk.You can use any milk you enjoy drinking (whole, almond, soy, oat, etc.).
