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Americano Calories
Black coffee, low calorie, source of caffeine
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Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Americano (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of B3 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
What is Americano?
An Americano is made by adding hot water to espresso, producing a longer cup that resembles brewed coffee. Its name reflects an American-style preference for a less concentrated drink; it is now a familiar choice in cafés around the world.
It keeps espresso’s roasted aroma but tastes gentler and is easy to sip slowly. A thin crema may sit on top. Enjoy it plain at breakfast or as a daytime coffee, or add milk if you prefer a rounder taste. Without sweeteners or milk, it contributes very little energy while still providing caffeine. If you want to keep the cup light, ask for it without flavoured syrup and adjust the strength with hot water.
Americano Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
2
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%
Americano Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B3
0.3mg · 2% DV
B5
0.05mg · 1% DV
Folate
2µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
50mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
3mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
7mg · 1% DV
Calcium
2mg · 0% DV
How Nutritious Is Americano?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Americano Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Americano
To burn the 2 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Americano Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Americano Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Americano Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Americano Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Frequently Asked Questions About Americano
What is an Americano?
An Americano is espresso diluted with hot water. It makes a larger, less concentrated drink than a straight espresso while keeping the flavour of the espresso beans; it is commonly served black.
How do you make an Americano?
Make an Americano by pulling espresso into a cup and adding hot water. Adjust the water to taste: less gives a more concentrated drink, while more makes the espresso flavour milder.
What is the difference between an Americano and a long black?
A long black is usually made by pouring espresso over hot water, while an Americano is typically made by adding hot water to espresso. The order can affect how much crema remains on top, though café recipes vary.
Does an Americano have caffeine?
Yes, an Americano contains caffeine because it is made with espresso. The amount mainly depends on how many espresso shots are used, so a larger cup is not automatically more caffeinated if it has the same number of shots.
Is an Americano stronger than drip coffee?
An Americano may taste more intense than drip coffee, but its caffeine depends on the espresso shots and the drip coffee serving. Compare the number of espresso shots rather than judging caffeine by the drink’s size or boldness.
Can you put milk in an Americano?
Yes, you can add milk to an Americano. A splash softens the espresso’s bitterness, while a larger amount makes the drink creamier; ordering it black is the usual way to get a classic Americano.
Is an Americano stronger than espresso?
An Americano tastes less concentrated than espresso because hot water dilutes it. It can contain a similar amount of caffeine if both drinks use the same espresso shots; the larger cup does not make the espresso itself stronger.
Can you make an iced Americano?
Yes, an iced Americano is made by pouring espresso over cold water and ice. Add the water to your preferred strength, then stir; using hot espresso directly over plenty of ice keeps the drink quick to prepare.
Does an Americano count toward your daily water intake?
Yes, the water in an Americano contributes to fluid intake. Its caffeine can have a mild diuretic effect, particularly for people who are not used to coffee, but a regular Americano is not simply dehydrating.
How late can you drink an Americano without affecting sleep?
There is no universal cutoff, because people clear caffeine at different rates. If an Americano makes it harder for you to fall asleep, have it earlier in the day; switching to decaf later avoids most of its caffeine.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.