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RECIPE

Caffè Americano Recipe

Deliciously simple

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It’s a Starbucks® staple for a reason. Learn how to make this classic at home.

3 mins to make Café Inspired 5 steps or Less Espresso Based Vegan - 1 Serving +

INGREDIENTS

• 2 shots of espresso
• 250 ml of hot water

Nutrition information

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Caffè Americano

EACH SERVING TYPICALLY CONTAINS:

Energy 7 kj 2 kcal 0% Fat 0.0 g 0% Saturates 0.0 g 0% Sugars 0.0 g 0% Salts 0.00 g 0%

of an adult's Reference Intake*

*Reference Intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal)

Does not include optional ingredients

For allergens, always check the ingredients list of each product used to make this recipe.

Recipe contains: n/a

How to make it

See as list See Step by Step STEP 1OF 2

Boil the water and pour it into your favourite mug.

Any mug will work, but your favourite one is always best. STEP 2OF 2

Slowly pour the brewed espresso into the hot water and enjoy.

Pro tip: Pouring the espresso slowly prevents the beautiful crema from breaking up – the fine layer of froth that gives your espresso even more flavour and aroma. Made with two capsules or 20g roast & ground coffee plus 80ml water. Step STEP 1 1

Boil the water and pour it into your favourite mug.

Any mug will work, but your favourite one is always best. STEP 2 2

Slowly pour the brewed espresso into the hot water and enjoy.

Pro tip: Pouring the espresso slowly prevents the beautiful crema from breaking up – the fine layer of froth that gives your espresso even more flavour and aroma. Made with two capsules or 20g roast & ground coffee plus 80ml water. 01

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SIP AND ENJOY

Caffè Americano

Sip it slowly, and savour the flavour.

Simple, and delicious – just the way coffee should be.

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