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Korean Iced Americano Recipe
Strong espresso over ice, Korean café style with perfect balance - the go-to coffee drink in Korean coffee culture.
Ingredients
For the Americano:
- 2 shots espresso (60ml)
- 150ml cold water
- Ice cubes
- Sugar or simple syrup (optional)
Equipment Needed:
- Espresso machine or moka pot
- Tall glass
- Coffee grinder (if using whole beans)
Alternative Method:
- 3 tbsp strong instant coffee
- 60ml hot water
- 150ml cold water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
Using Espresso Machine:
- Grind coffee beans to fine consistency for espresso.
- Extract 2 shots of espresso (about 60ml).
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.
- Pour the hot espresso over ice.
- Add cold water to dilute to desired strength.
- Stir gently and serve immediately.
Using Instant Coffee:
- Dissolve instant coffee in hot water.
- Stir until completely dissolved.
- Fill glass with ice and pour coffee over ice.
- Add cold water and stir.
- Adjust strength by adding more water if needed.
Korean Style Tips:
- Korean iced americanos are typically served unsweetened.
- Use a 1:2.5 ratio of espresso to water for authentic taste.
- Serve in a tall glass with plenty of ice.
Iced Americano Mastery
Coffee Quality
Use freshly roasted, medium to dark roast beans for the best flavor. Korean cafés often prefer slightly darker roasts.
Ice Technique
Use plenty of ice to quickly cool the espresso and prevent over-extraction. Large ice cubes melt slower.
Korean Style
Koreans typically drink americanos without milk or sugar, appreciating the pure coffee flavor.