🔥 Elevate your coffee game with the perfect Aerocano on the Lelit Bianca! Learn the Basic (LVL 1) method, perfect for beginners. Real-time, no-cut, follow-along tutorial. In this comment, I’ll not only show you the steps but also explain the techniques I use, why I make certain choices, and how they impact the final result (See more 👇) ☕ About the Recipe: The AeroCano is a creative twist on the Americano, offering a steamed and slightly foamy take on this classic espresso-based drink. The addition of ice and water creates a balanced and refreshing beverage with a light foam texture that’s perfect for any occasion. This is our Basic (LVL 1) version, focusing on using the Lelit Bianca and the Lelit William with minimal extra tools. ☕ Ingredients: Coffee beans: 16-18 grams Ice: 100 grams Water: 150 grams ⚙ Tools: Lelit Bianca Espresso Machine Lelit William Grinder Milk pitcher (350 ml / 12 oz) Tall serving glass (350 ml / 12 oz) 👇 Instructions (Play the video and follow along in real-time): 1⃣ Prepare the Espresso Grind: Grind 16-18 grams of coffee to fill a double basket. You can eyeball it, time it, or weigh it. Distribute: Level the grounds in the portafilter basket with a few horizontal taps. Tamp: Tamp twice with medium pressure, ensuring it's even. Brush: Remove any loose grounds from the portafilter edges. Extract: Brew the espresso directly into the milk pitcher, aiming for 30-40 grams of espresso (about 25-35 seconds). 2⃣ Add Ice and Water Ice: Add 100 grams of ice to the milk pitcher with the freshly brewed espresso. Water: Pour 150 grams of water into the pitcher. 3⃣ Steam to Build Foam Steam: Using the steam wand, gently steam the espresso, ice, and water mixture. The goal is to create a light foam without overheating the mixture. Steam for a few seconds until a frothy texture forms. 4⃣ Serve & Enjoy Pour the foamy AeroCano mixture into a tall 350 ml serving glass. The drink should have a smooth, lightly foamy texture and a refreshing flavor. 5⃣ Clean Up Knock out the used coffee grounds. Rinse the group head and wipe it clean. Wipe down the steam wand and give it a quick burst to clear any residue. 👉 Did you try this recipe? Let us know what you think in the comments below! We’d love to hear from you! Got any questions along the way? Or maybe you have your own tips and tricks to share?
🔥 Elevate your coffee game with the perfect Aerocano on the Lelit Bianca! Learn the Basic (LVL 1) method, perfect for beginners. Real-time, no-cut, follow-along tutorial.
In this comment, I’ll not only show you the steps but also explain the techniques I use, why I make certain choices, and how they impact the final result (See more 👇)
☕ About the Recipe:
The AeroCano is a creative twist on the Americano, offering a steamed and slightly foamy take on this classic espresso-based drink. The addition of ice and water creates a balanced and refreshing beverage with a light foam texture that’s perfect for any occasion.
This is our Basic (LVL 1) version, focusing on using the Lelit Bianca and the Lelit William with minimal extra tools.
☕ Ingredients:
Coffee beans: 16-18 grams
Ice: 100 grams
Water: 150 grams
⚙ Tools:
Lelit Bianca Espresso Machine
Lelit William Grinder
Milk pitcher (350 ml / 12 oz)
Tall serving glass (350 ml / 12 oz)
👇 Instructions (Play the video and follow along in real-time):
1⃣ Prepare the Espresso
Grind: Grind 16-18 grams of coffee to fill a double basket. You can eyeball it, time it, or weigh it.
Distribute: Level the grounds in the portafilter basket with a few horizontal taps.
Tamp: Tamp twice with medium pressure, ensuring it's even.
Brush: Remove any loose grounds from the portafilter edges.
Extract: Brew the espresso directly into the milk pitcher, aiming for 30-40 grams of espresso (about 25-35 seconds).
2⃣ Add Ice and Water
Ice: Add 100 grams of ice to the milk pitcher with the freshly brewed espresso.
Water: Pour 150 grams of water into the pitcher.
3⃣ Steam to Build Foam
Steam: Using the steam wand, gently steam the espresso, ice, and water mixture. The goal is to create a light foam without overheating the mixture. Steam for a few seconds until a frothy texture forms.
4⃣ Serve & Enjoy
Pour the foamy AeroCano mixture into a tall 350 ml serving glass. The drink should have a smooth, lightly foamy texture and a refreshing flavor.
5⃣ Clean Up
Knock out the used coffee grounds.
Rinse the group head and wipe it clean.
Wipe down the steam wand and give it a quick burst to clear any residue.
👉 Did you try this recipe? Let us know what you think in the comments below! We’d love to hear from you! Got any questions along the way? Or maybe you have your own tips and tricks to share?