1 cup (medium) of Lungo coffee (120 g) has 2 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.4 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.

What is Lungo coffee?

Lungo coffee is an Italian espresso-style drink made by drawing more water through the coffee grounds than for a standard espresso. The result is a larger cup; unlike an Americano, the extra water passes through the grounds during brewing rather than being added afterward.

It is usually served in a larger cup than espresso. The flavour can seem less concentrated, with a more pronounced bitter edge from the longer extraction. You can drink it black or add a little milk; it also works well as an after-meal coffee or alongside a small biscuit. In places where espresso is less familiar, its fuller serving size can make it an approachable alternative to a short shot.

Black lungo coffee is mostly water and very low in energy. Keep it light by limiting sugar and flavoured syrups.

Lungo coffee Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

0.3g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.2g

· 0% DV

Fat

· 0% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 60% · Protein 40% · Fat 0%

Lungo coffee Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.01mg · 1% DV

0.2mg · 1% DV

0.03mg · 1% DV

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Potassium ⭐

90mg · 3% DV

Magnesium

8mg · 2% DV

Phosphorus

7mg · 1% DV

Sodium

2mg · 0% DV

How Nutritious Is Lungo coffee?

Nutrient density

Low

10/ 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.

Lungo coffee Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

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

How to Burn Off Lungo coffee

To burn the 2 calories in 100 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.

Is Lungo coffee 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 Lungo coffee 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 Lungo coffee 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

Lungo coffee Fat Profile

SATURATED

MONOUNSATURATED

POLYUNSATURATED

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lungo coffee

What is Lungo coffee?

Lungo coffee is an espresso-style drink made by pulling more water through the coffee grounds than for a standard espresso. The result is a larger cup, usually with a milder body but sometimes more bitterness from the longer extraction.

How is Lungo coffee different from an Americano?

Lungo coffee is brewed by sending extra water through the grounds during the espresso extraction. An Americano is made by adding hot water to espresso afterward, so the brewing method—and the resulting flavor—are different.

Is Lungo coffee stronger than espresso?

Lungo coffee usually tastes less concentrated than espresso because it contains more water, but its flavor can be more bitter. “Stronger” can mean taste or caffeine, so the answer differs depending on which one you mean.

Does Lungo coffee have more caffeine than espresso?

Often, a lungo contains somewhat more caffeine than a single espresso because water passes through the grounds for longer. The amount varies with the beans, dose, machine and extraction, so a lungo is not automatically higher in caffeine than every espresso.

How do you make Lungo coffee at home?

Make Lungo coffee with an espresso machine by pulling more water through the coffee puck than you would for espresso. Use the machine’s lungo setting if available, then adjust the shot shorter if the cup tastes harsh or overly bitter.

Why does Lungo coffee taste bitter?

Lungo coffee can taste bitter because the longer extraction draws more bitter compounds from the grounds. A very fine grind or an excessively long pull can intensify this; adjust the grind or shorten the extraction to make the cup more balanced.

Can you make Lungo coffee with any espresso beans?

Yes, you can make Lungo coffee with beans intended for espresso; there is no special lungo-only bean. A balanced espresso roast is a good starting point, since a longer extraction can make some coffees taste more bitter.

Can you add milk to Lungo coffee?

Yes, milk works in Lungo coffee and can soften its more bitter notes. Add a little at a time so the larger, long-pulled coffee’s flavor still comes through; steamed milk makes it creamier.

What is the difference between Lungo and ristretto coffee?

Lungo coffee uses more water and a longer extraction than ristretto. Ristretto is a short, concentrated espresso shot, while lungo fills a larger cup and can bring out more bitterness from the grounds.

Is Lungo coffee good to drink before a workout?

Lungo coffee can be a pre-workout drink if you tolerate caffeine, since its caffeine may increase alertness. Its caffeine content varies by preparation, so avoid it if caffeine makes you jittery or disrupts your sleep.

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· Last updated: September 24, 2026