noun
American-style weak drip coffee
Refers to a weaker, milder brew compared to regular Japanese coffee, often served in larger cups. A wasei-eigo term; not the same as 'Americano' (espresso with hot water).
wasei-eigo (Japanese-coined English), from American coffee
朝は濃いコーヒーよりアメリカンコーヒーが飲みたい。
In the morning, I'd rather have a mild American-style coffee than a strong one.
この喫茶店のアメリカンコーヒーはあっさりして
The American-style coffee at this café is light and easy to drink.