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A long black
A long black is a style of coffee commonly found in Australia and New Zealand. It is similar to an Americano, but with a stronger aroma and taste.[1][2]
A long black is made by pouring a double-shot of espresso or ristretto over hot water. Typically about 100 - 120 milliliters of water is used (3.5 - 4 ounces) but the measurement is considered to be flexible to individual taste.[3] The smaller volume of water compared to an Americano is responsible for its stronger taste. Usually the water is also heated by the espresso machine.[4] Both retain the crema when brewed properly, though in the long black the crema will be more pronounced.
See also
- Caffè Americano
- Espresso (short black)
- Flat white
- List of coffee drinks
- Lungo - espresso made by allowing more water than usual to pass through the grounds
References
- ^ "Why You Should Stop Drinking Long Blacks and Start Drinking Black Coffee". perth·coffee·project. Archived from the original on 26 April 2014. Retrieved 30 November 2015.
- ^ Rankin, Beth (2 March 2018). "LDU Brings Australian Coffee Culture to Fitzhugh Avenue". Dallas Observer. Retrieved 19 March 2018.
Espresso is a big part of this menu. Try the long black ($3 to $3.50), a double shot of espresso over hot water, comparable to an Americano.
- ^ Holden, Matt (15 April 2014). "The perfect long black". Good Food. Retrieved 10 January 2019.
- ^ "Brewing the Best Long Black". Guide2Coffee.com. Archived from the original on 27 April 2014. Retrieved 27 April 2014.