Americano Recipe
Make Americano Recipe in just 5m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Drink
Equipment
Method
Preparation
- 1
Heat water
Bring at least 4 oz (120 ml) of water to near boiling (about 90–96°C / 195–205°F). If making an iced Americano, heat slightly less and prepare ice in the glass.
- 2
Pull espresso
Brew 2 shots of espresso (approximately 60 ml total) using an espresso machine. If you don’t have an espresso machine, brew a very strong 2-3 oz (60–90 ml) coffee concentrate using an Aeropress or Moka pot.
- 3
Combine
For a hot Americano: pour the 2 shots of espresso into your mug, then add 4 oz (120 ml) hot water on top. For an iced Americano: fill a tall glass with 1/2 cup (about 120 ml) ice, pour the 2 shots of espresso over the ice, then top with 4 oz (120 ml) cold water or chilled strong coffee. Stir gently.
- 4
Adjust
Taste and adjust: add sweetener (about 1 tsp simple syrup or sugar) if desired and stir until dissolved. Add milk or creamer (about 1 tbsp) if you prefer a creamier texture; stir to combine.
- 5
Serve
Serve immediately. For hot: enjoy while warm. For iced: add extra ice if needed and a straw if desired.