Iced Americano is one of the most popular drinks in the summer, and it is loved for its refreshing taste and low calories. Below we will take a detailed look at the tutorial on how to do the Ice American.
Materials Required:
Espresso: 30 ml.
Ice cubes: to taste.
Water: to taste. Syrup (optional).
Steps:
Prepare for espresso:First, you'll need to prepare an espresso. You can use a coffee maker or make it by hand. If you use a coffee maker, follow the instructions and make a 30ml espresso. If you make it manually, use the proper brewing method to extract the espresso.
Add ice cubes:Add enough ice cubes to the glass so that it fills most of the cup's space. The amount of ice cubes can be adjusted according to individual taste and temperature.
Pour in espresso:Pour the espresso you just prepared into a glass. At this point, you should hear the sound of ice cubes hitting the glass, which is the distinctive sound of iced Americano.
Add water:Add the right amount of water to the cup and dilute the coffee to your desired consistency. If you prefer a stronger coffee, you can use less water;If you prefer a lighter coffee, you can increase the amount of water.
Add syrup (optional):If you like sweetness, you can add an appropriate amount of syrup to the cup and stir well. The amount of syrup can be adjusted according to personal taste.
Stir well:Use a tamper or spoon to blend the coffee and ice cubes well, making sure you feel the rich coffee and cool ice cubes in every sip.
Tasting:Finally, savor your iced Americano. It should have a strong coffee flavor, a cool ice cube feel, and a moderate sweetness or bitterness, depending on your taste and preference.
Precautions:
Make sure to use a fresh espresso, as fresh coffee has a stronger flavor and a better mouthfeel.
If you want more coffee flavor, try increasing the amount of espresso.
If you want a more refreshing feeling, try reducing the amount of water you use or increasing the amount of ice.
If you don't like the taste of the syrup, you can do without the added syrup or use other alternatives such as honey or milk to add sweetness.
If you want more flavor, try adding some milk or cream to add richness.
Finally, enjoy your iced Americano and feel the coolness and pleasure it brings!
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