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Double espresso diluted with hot water, low calorie, caffeinated beverage
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Americano (double espresso) (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% 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 50% · Protein 50% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
An Americano (double espresso) contains caffeine, and adding hot water does not remove the caffeine in the espresso. The amount varies with the beans and the espresso dose, so two cups may not contain exactly the same amount.
An Americano (double espresso) is espresso diluted with hot water, while a long black is usually made by pouring espresso over hot water. The long black often preserves more crema, and the order of pouring can affect the cup’s texture.
An Americano (double espresso) may have more or less caffeine than a serving of drip coffee; the espresso dose and serving size both matter. Diluting espresso changes its strength in the cup, not the total caffeine already extracted.
Use hot water for a traditional Americano (double espresso); cold water and ice make an iced version. Adjust the amount of water to suit your preferred strength, since there is no single standard ratio used by every café.
Yes, you can add milk to an Americano (double espresso). It softens the coffee’s bitterness, though the drink remains an Americano rather than a latte, which is made with espresso and steamed milk.
Make an iced Americano (double espresso) by combining espresso, cold water, and ice. Put the ice in a glass, add the espresso and cold water, then adjust the water until the coffee tastes as strong as you like.
An Americano (double espresso) tastes less concentrated than straight espresso because it contains added water. If both drinks use the same espresso dose, however, the Americano does not have less total caffeine just because it is diluted.
It can. The caffeine in an Americano (double espresso) may make it harder to fall asleep, especially if you drink it late in the day or are sensitive to caffeine. Choose a decaffeinated coffee or skip it near bedtime if it affects your sleep.
Yes, the water in an Americano (double espresso) contributes to fluid intake. Although caffeine can have a mild diuretic effect, ordinary coffee consumption does not usually cancel out the drink’s fluid contribution.
An Americano (double espresso) can taste bitter if the espresso is over-extracted, the beans are very dark-roasted, or the drink is especially concentrated. Try a different roast or add more hot water to make the flavor gentler.
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
B5
0.12mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
204mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
17mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
An Americano (double espresso) is made by adding hot water to two shots of espresso. It keeps espresso’s roasted coffee character while making a larger, gentler drink; it is part of the espresso tradition and is served in cafés around the world.
It is commonly enjoyed black, though milk or sugar can be added to taste. The hot-water ratio varies, so the strength can be adjusted without changing the basic preparation. With almost no calories and a noticeable caffeine lift, it suits people who want a longer drink without the richness of a milk-based coffee. Pair it with a simple pastry, or leave out sweeteners to keep it light.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.