Americano - Small Recipe
Make Americano - Small Recipe in just 6m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Espresso
Hot Water
Optional Additions
Method
Prepare Espresso
- 1
Preheat and dose
Preheat your espresso portafilter and cup by running a blank shot or rinsing with hot water. Grind 18 g of dark-roast coffee to a fine espresso consistency and evenly distribute into the portafilter.
- 2
Tamp and brew
Tamp the grounds evenly and firmly. Lock the portafilter into the espresso machine and brew a single double espresso shot aiming for about 30 ml of espresso in 25–30 seconds.
Assemble Americano
- 3
Heat 90 ml of water to 90–96°C (195–205°F). If using a kettle, bring to a boil then let rest 20–30 seconds.
- 4
Pour the hot water into a pre-warmed small cup (about 150–180 ml capacity) first if you prefer a traditional 'long black' style, or pour the espresso into the hot water for the classic Americano. For a Small Americano, combine 30 ml espresso with 90 ml hot water (espresso : water = 1:3).
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