Which drink is made by adding water to an espresso shot?

The beverage made by adding water to an espresso shot is a Caffè Americano. The preparation involves brewing a shot of espresso and then diluting it with hot water, which mellows the strong flavors of the espresso while still providing the bold coffee essence. This method originated during World War II when American soldiers in Europe would dilute espresso to make it resemble the drip coffee they were accustomed to back home.

The other beverage options do not involve adding water to espresso in the same way. A Caffe Misto, for instance, combines brewed coffee with steamed milk, while the Vanilla Bean Frappuccino and Java Chip Frappuccino are blended beverages that do not feature espresso in their traditional recipes. These drinks focus more on a creamy, dessert-like texture and flavor rather than the straightforward combination of espresso and water that characterizes a Caffè Americano.