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Ingredients
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Coffee
Method
Coffee
- 1
Heat water
Bring fresh water to a temperature of about 195–205°F (90–96°C). Measure approximately 10 oz (about 300 ml) and keep hot but not boiling.
- 2
Brew espresso
Brew a 2 oz double shot of espresso using an espresso machine (18–20 g finely ground coffee, tamped evenly). Extraction should take about 25–30 seconds and yield approximately 2 oz of espresso.
- 3
Combine
Pour the brewed 2 oz espresso into a 12 oz (approx. 355 ml) serving cup. Add the 10 oz of hot water to the espresso. Pour gently — adding water to espresso preserves crema and flavor balance.
- 4
Sweeten / finish (optional)
If desired, stir in up to 1 tsp sugar or simple syrup until dissolved. For a creamier Americana, add up to 1 tablespoon of milk or cream and stir once. Taste and adjust sweetness or milk to preference.
- 5
Serve immediately. Enjoy a 12 oz Americano hot.