Americano Recipe
Make Americano 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
Equipment & Prep
Warm cup
Preheat a 8–12 oz (240–350 ml) coffee cup or mug by rinsing it with hot water, then discard the rinse water. This helps preserve temperature when assembling the drink.
Prepare machine
Ensure your espresso machine or espresso brewer is clean, filled with fresh filtered water, and fully warmed up (steam/boiler pressure stable).
Brew Espresso
Dose and tamp
Weigh 18 g of freshly ground espresso coffee (fine grind). Distribute evenly in the portafilter and tamp with even pressure to create a flat, compact puck.
Pull two shots
Brew 2 shots of espresso (approximately 30 ml total) directly into the warmed cup. Aim for a 25–30 second extraction time from the start of flow; adjust grind if extraction is too fast or slow.
Assemble Americano
Add hot water
Pour 120 ml of hot water (about 85–95°C / 185–203°F) into the cup with the espresso. Pour slowly to combine, pouring to the center to preserve a thin crema layer if desired. Typical ratio is about 1 part espresso to 4 parts hot water; adjust to taste.
Serve
Serve immediately while hot. Optionally provide a small spoon and sugar on the side. Enjoy.