Americano coffee, similar to the Long Black coffee, is a popular type of espresso made to fuel people up for the day. Below is the recipe on how to make classic caffè Americano at home and in your new condo at Lentor Signature.
Ingredients:
- 200 to 350ml of hot water
- 2 oz (60 ml) of espresso double shot
- Ice (Optional)
Equipment:
- Espresso machine
- Cup or mug
Directions:
- Heat the water to a boil, put the heat to around 90°C to 93°C, and set it aside for 30 seconds.
- Pour 6 to 8 ounces of hot water into the coffee cup. (Adding the espresso shot first does not preserve the espresso crema above).
- Brew the double espresso shot by using about 17 to 18g of coffee.
- Mix them together by slowly pouring the espresso shot over the hot water (Espresso shots are always first before the hot water).
- Give them a stir to make sure the flavors are fully balanced and integrated.
- Add ice to your drink (Optional).
- Serve and enjoy!
BONUS RECIPE: How to make Long Black coffee
Ingredients:
- 100 to 120 ml of hot water
- 2 oz (60 ml) of espresso double shot
- Ice (Optional)
Equipment:
- Espresso machine
- Cup or mug
Directions:
- Similar to how you would prepare the Americano but with less amount of water, boil to around 90°C to 93°C and leave for 30 seconds.
- This time, put the hot water first, which preserves the Espresso crema.
- Using the same amount of coffee of about 17 to 18g, brew the espresso shot.
- Mix the coffee and hot water. Note that hot water is always first before the espresso shot when preparing long black coffee.
- Stir to bring out the flavors, then add ice if you want your drink cold and enjoy your long black coffee!
