Americano (with double espresso, diluted with water) Calories

Both drinks combine espresso and hot water, but a long black is usually made by pouring espresso over hot water, while an Americano is often made by adding water to espresso. The order can affect the crema.

Pull two espresso shots, then add hot water to taste. If you do not have an espresso machine, a moka pot can make a concentrated coffee, though the result will not be exactly the same as an espresso-based Americano.

An Americano can taste stronger or weaker than drip coffee, depending on the amount of water and the coffee used. Its caffeine also varies with the espresso shots, while drip coffee depends on its serving size and brew.

Yes, you can add milk to an Americano. A splash softens its espresso-forward taste; adding enough milk to make it creamy changes the drink substantially, but there is no rule against customizing it.

An iced Americano is made with espresso, cold water, and ice. Add the water and ice to a glass, then pour in the espresso, or mix the espresso with cold water before adding ice.

A two-shot Americano contains the espresso used to make it, so diluting it with water does not remove its caffeine. A single espresso has less caffeine than this version, but shot size and beans matter.

A plain Americano is nearly calorie-free and has no added sugar, but whether it breaks a fast depends on the fasting rules you follow. Milk, sugar, and flavored syrups add ingredients that may change the answer.

An Americano can taste watery if it has too much water for the espresso or if the espresso itself is weak. Use less water or make the espresso shots more concentrated to bring out a fuller coffee flavor.

An Americano can be a convenient caffeinated drink before exercise, and some people find caffeine helps them feel more alert. Its effect varies by person, so avoid it if caffeine makes you jittery or uncomfortable.