How to Make an Americano: The Right Way
To make an Americano the right way, start with high-quality Arabica beans and a medium roast for balanced flavor. Grind your beans finely and pull a precise espresso shot, aiming for 25–30 seconds extraction. Use filtered water heated to 195–205°F, and mix hot water with espresso at about a 2:1 ratio. Customize with milk or…