How to make an Americano at home without a machine

Creating your own caffé Americano is surprisingly easy and doesn’t require expensive equipment. All you need is a stovetop espresso maker. You can get one for $7 at Target, Wal-Mart, or Amazon.com and they work very well. For full instructions on how to best use the espresso maker, read our guide to making espresso.
Caffe Americano is a great coffee drink
Start by brewing up a pot of espresso. Boil half a cup of spring water in your coffee cup for about 1 minute in your microwave. You can also boil it on your stovetop and pour it into your cup. Pour in the espresso. Drink it while it’s hot.

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