Americano

Mexico is marking International Coffee Day on 1 October, and major chains are competing for customers with discounts. OXXO is selling an americano for one peso as part of FEMSA's coffee push, Starbucks is offering a cup for 59 pesos, and 7-Eleven and other retailers have their own deals. Outlets are also sharing expert tips on choosing and brewing good coffee.

Starbucks has introduced the Aerocano, described as a first-of-its-kind coffee now on its menus, and Allrecipes reports trying it ahead of the rollout. Coverage of the new drink is driving curiosity online, with food sites and coffee fans discussing what the beverage is, how it differs from an Americano, and whether it is worth ordering.

A blogger is sharing a playful seasonal drink recipe called a Silly Spiced Autumn Americano, following an earlier attempt at an Aztec xocolatl-inspired coffee they self-deprecatingly called an abomination. The new version adds cinnamon and is topped with canned whipped cream, with a lighthearted reminder to brush and floss afterward.