An Americano with milk is a simple yet satisfying coffee drink that combines bold espresso with the smoothness of milk. Here's how to make it:
Ingredients
- 1 part strong espresso base
- 2–3 parts hot water
- 30-60 ml milk
- sweetened to taste
- Sweetener, optional, like sugar, honey, or syrup
Equipment:
- Espresso Maker (Alternative: Aeropress/Moka Pot) Milk Frother (Optional) Cup/Mug Instructions Brew Espresso Brew 1-2 shots of espresso through your espresso maker, Aeropress, or Moka Pot according to the manufacturer's instructions Shower the concentrated brewed coffee with water.
- Pour hot water in a coffee cup or a coffee mug—add as per your desire for the strength of the Americano.
Add the Espresso:
- Pour the freshly brewed espresso into the hot water. This serves as the base of your Americano.
Add Milk:
- In the best-case scenario, pre-warmed milk using a microwave or stovetop. If you're a fan of frothy milk, then one can whip away using a frother.
- Pour in the Americano some [piped] frothy or warmed milk. You will start by adding about 30-60ml (2 to 4 tablespoons) and enhance according to taste.
- If you take your coffee sweet, you should add sugar, honey, or any other friendly sweetener to taste.
Stir and serve.
- Mix well and prepare your drink. This should be served immediately with the right hotness.
Serving Tips:
- Iced Americano with Milk: Follow the same procedure above but with cold water, add up to ice cubes, then pourment the flavor of the espresso. Top up with the cold milk and serve.
- For Creamier Drink: Replace the steamed milk with the hot plain warmed milk, and you will have sorted a latte-like drink.
Enjoy your caffe Americano, complementing the richness of the coffee flavor with just the right touch of creaminess.