Caffè Americano is an Italian interpretation of “American coffee” that swaps out milk with hot water for a simple espresso drink that has become a staple at our cafés. Learn how to make the Starbucks® classic at home, all it takes is two ingredients and a steady pour.
Bring water to a boil and pour into your mug.
Prepare 2 shots of espresso.
We recommend brewing Starbucks® Espresso Roast via an espresso machine. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can use a stovetop moka pot to make espresso-like coffee. To learn more, read our stovetop moka pot guide here.
Slowly pour your 2 shots of espresso into the water.
For an Americano, it’s best to pour the shot of espresso on top of the hot water to avoid breaking up the beautiful crema with your boiling water.
Make deeper, more authentic connections over a cup of Starbucks® coffee at home.