Homemade Caffe Americano
The Americano is a basic espresso-based drink with simply water as the other ingredient. It's not as strong as regular espresso due to added water.
Servings: 1
Calories: 15kcal
Equipment
- Moka pot
- Coffee mug of your choice
Ingredients
- Dark roasted espresso powder
- Water
Instructions
- To brew your espresso, boil 2 ounces of water.
- Pour the boiled water into the water tank of the Moka pot.
- Now add 15g of espresso powder to the filter basket and place it on top of the water tank.
- Next, screw on the top part of the pot and allow it to heat on the stove.
- Once you hear the hissing sound, your espresso shot is ready. Turn off the stove.
- In your coffee mug, pour 4 ounces of hot water.
- Now pour the prepared espresso shot. This will give the Americano its crema layer.
Notes
- You can also pull an espresso shot with a Nespresso or a French Press.
