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How to Make an Americano

Author: Jee Choe
An Americano is a simple drink made with espresso and hot water.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Course Drinks
Yield1 serving (16 ounces)

INGREDIENTS
 

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Pour hot water into a mug.
    Leave room for the espresso.
  • Pull 3 shots of espresso.
    Grind coffee and use an espresso machine or Nespresso to extract espresso.
  • Add espresso to the hot water.

EQUIPMENT

Nespresso Machine

NOTES

  • It's not an Americano unless it's made with espresso. Make espresso using a Nespresso or espresso machine.
  • This Americano recipe makes a 16 ounce (Starbucks grande size) drink using 3 espresso shots. This means you'll need 3 Nespresso capsules.
  • The only other ingredient to make an Americano is water, so try to use filtered water if possible.
  • Milk and/or sugar can be added to an Americano.
  • Always put hot water into the mug first, then the espresso so that the crema (espresso froth) can sit on top.

NUTRITION

Calories: 12 | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 36mg | Potassium: 153mg | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.2mg