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What's inside: Americano

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Americano

Caffè americano · Italy · Hot · 2 min

A strong shot lengthened with hot water — the body of espresso at the size of a normal cup.

Best with beans that taste

ChocolatyCaramel & sweetNutty

Why: Diluting a strong shot keeps its body and roast sweetness, so chocolaty and caramel beans shine. For a fruity bean, your Bypass Brew is the better version of the same idea.

1 · Brew the base

2 · You’ll also need

  • 120–150 mlhot water, just off the boil

3 · Make it

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Tips. Water first, coffee second keeps the aroma on top. For a cold one, see Iced Americano.

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Medium · 92 °C. The balanced middle. Sweetness and acidity both present; nothing needs compensating for.

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Timemore C3S · Medium → Everyday Cup at 14 clicks, 92 °C