Americano
TypeCoffee
OriginItaly
First KnownWWII
About Americano
Espresso diluted with hot water. Legend says American GIs in WWII found Italian espresso too strong and added water. Equal strength to drip coffee but different flavor profile. The order of espresso then water preserves the crema. The iced version is equally popular. A long black in Australia reverses the order.
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