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A small cup holds a deep brown espresso with a thin, golden-brown crema across the surface.
●Low GI

Espresso Long Calories

Espresso Long

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CALORIES · 100 G

2kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

115mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Espresso Long (120 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Espresso Long Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 120 g

2

KCAL / 120G

Carbs

0.5g

· 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 71% · Protein 29% · Fat 0%

Espresso Long nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (120 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories2 kcal
Total fat0 g0%
Saturated fat0 g0%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium1.2 mg0%
Total carbohydrate0.5 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein0.2 g0%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Espresso Long?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)120 g2 kcal
1 ounce (small)30 g1 kcal
1 ounce (double)60 g1 kcal
1 cup (small)90 g2 kcal
100 g100 g2 kcal
1 serving (medium)120 g2 kcal
1 cup (large)180 g4 kcal

Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Espresso Long

What is an Espresso Long?

An Espresso Long is a larger, longer coffee based on espresso. Depending on the café, it may be an espresso diluted with hot water or a shot extracted for longer; the name is not used identically everywhere.

How is an Espresso Long different from an Americano?

An Espresso Long may be prepared like an Americano, but the terms do not always mean the same thing. An Americano is typically espresso topped with hot water, while some cafés use Espresso Long for a shot pulled through the grounds for longer.

Does an Espresso Long have more caffeine than a regular espresso?

It can, depending on how it is made. Adding hot water to a finished espresso increases the drink’s volume, not its caffeine; a longer extraction can draw more caffeine from the grounds.

Is an Espresso Long the same as a lungo?

Not necessarily. A lungo is made by extracting espresso for longer with more water passing through the coffee grounds. Espresso Long can refer to that style, but some cafés use it for espresso diluted with hot water instead.

How do you make an Espresso Long at home?

Make an espresso and add hot water to taste for a straightforward Espresso Long. If you have an espresso machine, you can instead run more water through the coffee, but that longer extraction may make the cup taste more bitter.

Why does an Espresso Long taste bitter?

An Espresso Long can taste bitter when it is extracted for too long or made with very dark-roasted coffee. If it is simply espresso diluted with hot water, the bitterness comes mainly from the original shot rather than the added water.

Can you add milk to an Espresso Long?

Yes, you can add milk to an Espresso Long. A splash softens its coffee intensity without turning it into a milk-heavy drink; steamed milk also works if you want a creamier cup.

Can you drink an Espresso Long over ice?

Yes, an Espresso Long can be served over ice. Pour it over ice for a quick iced coffee, or chill the espresso first to reduce dilution as the ice melts.

When should you drink an Espresso Long if caffeine affects your sleep?

Drink an Espresso Long earlier in the day if caffeine keeps you awake. Its larger volume does not necessarily mean more caffeine than a single espresso when it is made by adding water, but a longer extraction may raise the caffeine content.

Does an Espresso Long have more coffee than an espresso?

Not always. An Espresso Long made by adding hot water contains the same espresso shot in a larger drink; one made with a longer extraction uses more water through the coffee grounds and may yield a different-strength cup.

Espresso Long Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.02mg · 2% DV

B3

0.24mg · 2% DV

B5

0.06mg · 1% DV

B1

0.01mg · 1% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

138mg · 4% DV

Magnesium

9.6mg · 2% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Phosphorus

8.4mg · 1% DV

Sodium

1.2mg · 0% DV

Espresso Long Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Espresso Long

To burn the 2 calories in 1 cup (medium) (120 g):

🚶

1min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

1min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

1min

Cycling

🏊

1min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Espresso Long?

Espresso Long is a French café-style coffee made by lengthening an espresso with hot water. It keeps the roasted character of espresso but has a more open, gentler profile; the exact preparation can vary between cafés. It is not simply a larger serving of milk-based coffee.

In France it is commonly enjoyed black, after a meal or as a short pause during the day. Elsewhere, it works well as a straightforward alternative to a standard espresso when you want a less concentrated cup. It contributes very little energy—about 2 calories per 100 g—and contains virtually no fat. Order it without syrup or sugar to keep its clean coffee flavour and light nutritional profile.

How Nutritious Is Espresso Long?

Nutrient density

Low

20/ 100

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

40/ 100

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.

Is Espresso Long 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 Espresso Long Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Espresso Long 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

Espresso Long Fat Profile

SATURATED

0g

MONOUNSATURATED

0g

POLYUNSATURATED

0g

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.