Caffè americano

Espresso first, then hot water poured on top, usually in a larger cup of around 8 to 10 ounces. The water breaks up most of the crema, and the result drinks much like a strong cup of drip coffee with espresso's flavor. The popular story is that American soldiers in Italy during World War II watered down espresso to get something closer to the coffee they knew from home. Order an americano when you want a big black coffee to sip slowly, and ask for less water if you like it stronger.