Americano

After James Hoffmann (opens in new tab).

• espresso
• cold, filtered water

Method:

Steam the cold water with the steaming wand up to roughly the temperature you would milk (60–70°C). Add to glass, then pull the shot over it. Hoffmann suggests removing the crema for a smoother drink, but I never do.

Glass:

Picardie Duralex 8oz or Mug

Beans:

Epic Espresso, 49th Parallel