Espresso and moka
Americano
An espresso topped up with hot water: long and mild, with the taste of espresso.
- Time
- 5 min
- Cups
- 1
- Coffee
- 18 g
- Grind
- Fine
You need
- 18 g coffee, ground fine
- 120–150 ml hot water
Gear
Step by step
- Pour 120 to 150 ml of hot water (about 90 °C) into a large cup.
- Brew a double espresso (36 g) straight onto the water: it keeps more of its crema.
- Stir and taste; add a little water if you want it lighter.
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