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No. 128 Coffee
An espresso lengthened with hot water at about one part espresso to three or four parts water.
Makes 1 drink · about 3 min to make
Ounces are US fluid ounces (29.57 ml), rounded.
An americano keeps the flavour of espresso in a longer, lighter drink. Not to be confused with the Americano cocktail.
It is an espresso shot with hot water at a 1:3 to 1:4 ratio; strength varies with the number of shots and the amount of water.
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No. 120 · Coffee
Coarse coffee steeped for about four minutes in water just off the boil, then plunged. Ratio 1:10 to 1:16.
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No. 126 · Coffee
Espresso topped with steamed milk and a thick layer of foam; usually smaller than a latte.
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No. 127 · Coffee
Espresso with plenty of steamed milk and a light layer of foam, traditionally served in a glass.
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No. 125 · Coffee
A double espresso with a little steamed milk and a thin layer of microfoam, in a smaller cup than a latte.
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