How do you make your Americano? Hot water added to your espresso pull...espresso pulled over a cup of hot water? Espresso poured into a cup of hot water?
For me, I like to add hot water from my machine (LaSpazial Vivaldi II) into a non-heated ceramic cup first letting the water temp come down some while i grind, tamp and pull my shot (double) straight onto the now cooled water using a naked portafilter. I'd say the water cools down to about 185-190deg by the time the espresso hits it making a really nice Americano. Nice crema on top of the water...not too hot to bitter the taste.
Perhaps you have anpther way...? What is it? Tell us what works best in your neck of the woods!
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