Americano, discover two classic ways to make it

Americano is a popular drink that can be made in a variety of ways. Two classic methods are hand brewing and siphon brewing. Hand brewing is simple and easy, requiring the use of fine sugar and coffee beans with the right grinding degree, and controlling the water temperature and extraction time. The siphon brewing method is a very ritualistic method that requires mastering the heat and extraction techniques. The coffee produced by the siphon brewing method has a rich taste and rich layers. No matter which method you use, you can enjoy the unique charm of Americano.

In the world of coffee, American coffee attracts countless coffee lovers with its unique charm. Behind this seemingly simple drink, there are actually different production methods and techniques. Let's explore two common methods of making American coffee in depth, so that you can easily make delicious American coffee at home.

Method 1: Traditional brewing method

The traditional brewing method is one of the most common ways to make American coffee, which emphasizes simplicity, speed and original flavor.

step :

1. Prepare materials : coffee beans, grinder, French press or manual brewing pot, electronic scale and measuring cup.

2. Grind coffee beans : Choose the appropriate grinding degree according to the coffee beans and brewing equipment used. A coarser grinding degree can better show the mellow taste of coffee.

3. Measure the amount of water and coffee beans : adjust according to personal taste. The recommended ratio is usually 15~20 ml of water per gram of coffee beans.

4. Brewing : Put the ground coffee beans into the brewing pot, add hot water, and let it sit for a few minutes to allow the coffee to be fully extracted.

5. Filter : Use filter paper or metal filter to filter out the coffee grounds.

Tips :

Using freshly ground coffee beans ensures the best flavor of coffee.

The water temperature is also very critical, and it is usually recommended that the water temperature be between 90 and 96 degrees Celsius.

Different coffee beans require different extraction times, which can be adjusted according to personal taste.

Method 2: Italian extraction followed by dilution

This method first uses an espresso machine or manual espresso pot for high-pressure extraction, and then adds an appropriate amount of hot water to dilute it to a concentration suitable for drinking.

step :

1. Prepare materials : coffee beans, grinder, espresso machine or manual espresso pot, electronic scale and kettle.

2. Grinding and extraction : Grind the coffee beans until they are very fine, and use an espresso machine or a manual espresso pot to extract them to get a strong coffee liquid.

3. Dilution : Pour the extracted coffee liquid into a cup, add appropriate amount of hot water, and adjust the dilution ratio according to personal taste.

4. Seasoning : You can add milk, sugar or other seasonings you like to make the taste richer.

Tips :

Italian extraction can maximize the essence of coffee beans and make the coffee taste richer.

The hot water temperature during dilution can be slightly lower than that during direct brewing to maintain a balanced coffee taste.

By adjusting the dilution ratio, you can easily get American coffee with different flavors.

Whether it is the traditional brewing method or the Italian extraction method followed by dilution, you can make delicious American coffee. Different production methods will bring different taste experiences. You can choose your favorite method according to your personal taste and mood. Also pay attention to choosing high-quality coffee beans and suitable production tools to ensure the best flavor of the coffee. In the process of exploring the production of American coffee, you will find more fun and surprises. Enjoy every unique taste feast!