Americano — Espresso diluted with hot water, invented for American GIs in Italy who found espresso too strong.
What’s in a Americano
1–2 shots of espresso topped with 3–6 oz of hot water.
How it tastes
Similar strength to drip coffee but with espresso’s deeper, roastier character. No milk, low calories.
Good to know
Order it when you want black coffee at a café that focuses on espresso.