Americano coffee recipe
Thinking of making an Americano at home? It’s actually simpler than you might think! You can easily recreate that classic coffee shop experience right in your own kitchen.
Equipment
- Hot or almost boiling water
- An espresso machine
- A coffee scale
- A coffee grinder
- And a tamper
Ingredients
- 14-20 g Espresso coffee beans (you’ll want about 14–20 grams for a double shot),
Instructions
Ready to brew? Here’s how to do it:
- Grind the coffee beans: Use your burr grinder to achieve a medium-fine consistency, perfect for espresso.
- Measure and tamp: Weigh out your coffee grounds (remember, 14–20 grams for a double shot is ideal) and then firmly tamp them into your portafilter. This step helps ensure an even extraction.
- Pull the espresso shot: Now, use your espresso machine to pull either a single or a double shot, depending on how strong you like your Americano.
- Add hot water: Carefully pour hot water over your freshly pulled espresso. Most people prefer a ratio somewhere between 1:1 and 1:4 (espresso to water).
- Mix and serve: Give it a gentle stir to combine everything. At this point, you can also add a splash of milk if you like a creamier touch.