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Homemade Americano Recipe

Murat Aktas
To make an Americano, start by pulling a shot of espresso using either an espresso machine or a Moka pot. Then, add hot water to the espresso in a 1:3 to 1:6 ratio, according to your preference for coffee strength.
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Prep Time 4 minutes
Brewing Time 1 minute
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Beverage
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 16 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Espresso Machine
  • 1 Burr Grinder

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Shot Espresso
  • 6 fl oz Hot Water

Instructions
 

  • Prepare Your Beans and Hot Water
    Before you start brewing, determine your espresso-water ratio. An Americano is generally prepared in a 1:3 – 1:6 espresso to hot water ratio. This is subject to personal preferences. For a strong coffee, you can brew in a 1:3 ratio; for a milder coffee, you can brew in a 1:6 ratio.
  • Grind Your Beans
    Weigh 15 grams of coffee beans and grind them to be suitable for an espresso machine. Medium or dark roast coffee beans are more suitable for Americano.
  • Pull Your Espresso Shot
    Put the portafilter into the espresso machine and extract a single or double shot of espresso (depending on your preferred ratio).
  • Add Hot Water and Serve
    Instead of pouring hot water over the espresso, pour the espresso over the hot water. This way, you will preserve the espresso crema and get a coffee with a more appealing appearance. (The coffee prepared by adding espresso over hot water is called a Long Black.)
    Don’t use boiling water in your Americano. The ideal serving temperature for hot drinks is 170-185°F (76-85°C). Buying a food thermometer will make it much easier for you to reach these values.

Notes

Espresso Shot Timing: Aim for a 1:2 espresso shot ratio when pulling your espresso – 1 part coffee grounds to 2 parts water. This balance ensures a robust base for your Americano.
Preheat Your Cup: Warm your cup before brewing to maintain the temperature of the Americano.
Adjust Coffee Strength: If your Americano is too strong, simply add more hot water. Conversely, if it's too weak, reduce the amount of water.
Customize with Creamer: Add your favorite creamer or milk if desired. Experiment with different types of milk to find the one that complements your taste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1CupCalories: 16kcal
Keyword Americano
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