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Bialetti - Moka Express: Iconic Stovetop Espresso Maker, Makes Real Italian Coffee, Moka Pot 3 Cups (4.3 Oz - 130 Ml), Aluminium, Silver
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Brand | Bialetti |
Color | Aluminum Silver |
Product Dimensions | 4"D x 5.6"W x 6.7"H |
Special Feature | Removable Tank, Jug |
Coffee Maker Type | Moka Pot |
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About this item
- The original moka coffee pot: Moka Express is the original stovetop espresso maker, it provides the experience of the real Italian way of preparing a tasteful coffee, its unique shape and the inimitable gentleman with moustache date back to 1933, when Alfonso Bialetti invented it.
- Made in Italy: it is Made in Italy and its quality is enhanced by the patented safety valve which makes it easy to clean and its ergonomic handle, available in many sizes and suitable for gas, electric and induction (with the Bialetti induction adapter plate)
- How to prepare the coffee: fill the boiler up to the safety valve, fill it up with ground coffee without pressing, close the moka pot and place it on the stovetop, as soon as Moka Express starts to gurgle, turn the fire off and coffee will be ready
- One size for each need: Moka Express sizes are measured in Espresso Cups, coffee can be enjoyed in Espresso Cups or in larger containers
- Cleaning instructions: The Bialetti Moka Express must only be rinsed with clean water after use, with no detergents, the product is not to be washed with a dishwasher as it will be irremediably damaged and the taste of coffee altered
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Customers like the quality, ease of assembly, and appearance of the coffee maker. For example, they mention it makes the best latte, and produces strong espresso with crema. They appreciate the speed and cute design. That said, some complain about the leakage and durability. Opinions are mixed on the size.
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Customers like the quality of the coffee maker. They say it makes the best latte, strong coffee, and espresso with crema. Customers also say it's convenient to use and makes drinking a good cup of coffee relaxing and casual. Some mention that it'll make delicious, legit espresso that's thick enough to cut with a knife.
"...gladly take the space-saving, beautiful simplicity, and excellent caffeine-infused elixir that the Moka Express produces any day...." Read more
"...Makes the best espressos I have ever make.3 cup is perfect for one person, 9 cup is perfect for company :)Cons:..." Read more
"...The build quality still seems better than most of the cheap pots on the market but you may still want to shop around and find a cheaper..." Read more
"...Regarding function, when compared to others I have owned. The handle is sturdier, this was the reason for replacing my older one which had the..." Read more
Customers find the coffee maker very simple to use and quick to make. They also say it's the cheapest and most convenient way to make an espresso without any high-tech equipment. Customers also mention the process is satisfying and the first week was pretty good.
"...It's very easy to use, and after some experimenting, which has been fun and delicious, here are my suggestions/instructions on what I have..." Read more
"...Pros:Does not waste coffee grinds.quick and simple!Makes the best espressos I have ever make...." Read more
"...The bialetti is mechanically very simple, it breaks down into 3 pieces, the top, bottom, and filter...." Read more
"...Make sure there are no clogs. Really, it’s easy to use and makes great coffee. I am very happy with my purchase and highly recommend it...." Read more
Customers like the coffee maker's cleanability. They mention that it's easy to use and clean.
"...This moka pot is incredibly easy to use, clean, and maintain. Takes about 10 minutes to have a great cup of coffee at home...." Read more
"...It is very easy to clean, as you don't need to wash it with soap, and you shouldn't put it through the dishwasher...." Read more
"...The device is very easy to use and clean. You basically fill the base with water right up to the point of the pressure valve...." Read more
"...I use the 4oz Yeti espresso cups for reference. Clean up is easy. The unit is very high quality...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the coffee maker. They say it has a cute design, produces beautiful crema, and is simple. Some mention that it's original and has not lost any of its luster.
"...That being said, I'll gladly take the space-saving, beautiful simplicity, and excellent caffeine-infused elixir that the Moka Express produces any..." Read more
"...It is a classic design that is beautiful enough to leave out in the open...." Read more
"Very nice, beware of size though, this serves 1 cup only, not 2." Read more
"...my friend for her birthday, she is absolutely thrilled about it's cutesy design, and watching it brew is magically entertaining; and it cost me next..." Read more
Customers like the speed of the coffee maker. They say it's fast, easy to clean, and makes wonderful espresso. The brewing process takes around 7 minutes. Customers also mention that the pour is smooth and there is no slow pouring. They appreciate the quality of the espresso and say it makes excellent coffee quickly.
"...Pros:Does not waste coffee grinds.quick and simple!Makes the best espressos I have ever make...." Read more
"...The pour is smooth, no slow pouring off an inferior molded lip...." Read more
"...Easy to clean (just rinse, no soap)Make quality espresso quickly..." Read more
"...The making of the espresso is simple and fast. The whole process takes less than 5 minutes.1...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the coffee maker. Some mention that it's small and compact, taking up little room. It's a perfect size for one person, and the grind size is absolutely perfect. However, others say that it’s able to make just a little espresso. They also mention that the pot is a bit small to fit solidly on the grate, and that the handle on the 3 cup is very small.
"...That being said, I'll gladly take the space-saving, beautiful simplicity, and excellent caffeine-infused elixir that the Moka Express produces any..." Read more
"...The handle on the 3 cup is very small and can get hot. (not a problem with the 9 cup or the 6 cup)..." Read more
"Great size for that fresh cup of coffee." Read more
"A little small but perfect for just a little espresso. Easy to use. Can be a pain to clean but produces a very nice espresso." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the leakage of the coffee maker. They say that it leaks slightly out of the middle, water drips out on the sides, and the water squirts out from under the lid. Some customers also mention that the seal started cracking after 3 months and the inside seam of the base is quite raw.
"...The 3 cup also has leaks slightly out of the middle when pouring too slowly. This is not the case with the 9 cup (which pours rather well)..." Read more
"...The inside seam of the base is a quite raw. Be careful while cleaning. These are small issues to contend for a great cup of coffee!..." Read more
"...high the initial burst of coffee into the top chamber will squirt out from under the lid and send coffee all over the stove top...." Read more
"...The crack along the base of the pot wasn't visible, but it leaked like a sieve...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the coffee maker. They mention that the handle gets exceedingly hot and breaks easily. Some say that the bottom catches some heat and melts.
"...The handle on the 3 cup is very small and can get hot. (not a problem with the 9 cup or the 6 cup)..." Read more
"I bought this18 months ago and the plastic handle became loose a couple of month ago and finally broke this morning, so much for "zero waste"...." Read more
"...first time I washed it, I turned it upside down to drain and the handle popped off. I needed a bigger pot, so I bought the 3 cup Bialetti...." Read more
"...You have to let it cool before you can make another brew and you do have to keep an eye on it so you can remove it from the stove when it is almost..." Read more
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- First things first, for the sake of technicality, please be aware that this coffee pot doesn't technically make espresso. True espresso is made by forcing very hot water, through the ground coffee, by use of very high pressure. This little unit doesn't build up enough pressure to technically create true espresso. What this unit is going to produce is approximately 2 times the strength of drip brewed coffee, with a very high level of oils from the grounds. And unlike espresso machines, which create a layer of golden crema on top of the espresso, this machine isn't really going to do that either. There will be a little bit of golden brown foam on the top, but not really. So for any espresso purists out there, while I commend you for your appreciation of fine espresso, this unit is not for you.
- Always use good water. If you have bad water (ie: hard water, chlorinated, rusty), use bottled water. You are trying to pack a lot of flavor into a small amount of liquid, and bad water will make bad coffee.
- Fill the water chamber to just below the valve. Please don't overfill it.
- I currently am using Cafe Bustelo in the can, but will be experimenting with other brands like Pilon.
- For the 3 cup version, I spoon in coffee by the teaspoon, leveling the coffee with each spoonful. When the basket is full, add a little extra coffee on top to create a mound. Total amount I put in ends up being about 4 heaping teaspoons. Make sure the threads are clear of any grounds, and screw the top on. This will compact the coffee down on its own.
- Before you place the pot on the stove, make sure that the top portion is firmly screwed on to the bottom. If it is not, the pot will not brew properly, and you will lose moisture and steam pressure from between the threads.
- Never use high heat for this coffee pot. I have an electric range that is about 12 years old or so, and I use one of the small burners, and never turn it past 5. It takes a little bit longer to do it this way, but makes a huge difference. High heat will cause the coffee to have a burnt, bitter taste.
- I cannot emphasize enough the importance of keeping the heat low. You have to be a little patient during the heating process, but the difference in the flavor is worth the extra time!
- Until you become really familiar with exactly how the pot will work on your stove, I would recommend not walking away. It takes a bit of time for the water to heat enough and build up the pressure, but once the coffee starts coming out into the top chamber, its going to go fast.
- Resist the urge to keep lifting the lid of the pot. It's hard to do because its pretty cool to see the coffee filling up the top chamber :) I left my lid open the whole time I made my first batch, and lost some coffee in the process. The coffee will kind of spurt and splatter around during the brewing process, so you can imagine what my stove looked like afterwards.
- The first few spurts of coffee that come up will probably have an almost syrupy appearance. This is GOOD! You want this! If the coffee doesn't look like this, and/or its pretty pale, you don't have enough coffee in your filter basket. If the coffee is pale, its still ok to drink, but treat it like you would a regular drip coffee. It will not taste like espresso at all.
- Each pot sounds a little different, but learn to tell when the bottom chamber has no more water in it. The sputtering noises in the top of the chamber will increase in volume a little as the water chamber empties.
- As soon as the bottom chamber is empty, immediately remove the pot from the heat source. If you let it sit on the heat, it will burn the coffee. This is bad! Burnt coffee is nasty!!!!
- If you are dividing the coffee between multiple cups, make sure you either gently swirl the pot a few times, or stir the coffee gently before you pour. You want to make sure that the inital thick liquid from the first few moments is evenly distributed throughout the liquid. If you don't, the last cup you fill will contain a much larger portion of the oils from the coffee, and will be stronger than the other servings. I recommend NOT sharing the espresso, and drinking it all for yourself! It's too good to share!!! :)
At this point, you can drink it straight if you wish. If that's what you would like, stop reading now............
If you want to do a little more with it and make it even better, keep reading. Like I said before, I love Cuban coffee. I love how strong and rich tasting it is, BUT it is a little sweet for me. I mean, it's got a LOT of sugar in it. So I do mine with a little less sugar than traditional, though I do like a genuine version once in a while.
-While the coffee is starting the brewing process on the stove, I pour about 1 cup of whole milk into a glass measuring cup and add about 2 1/2- 3 teaspoons of sugar.
- Microwave the milk and sugar until very warm, but not scalded or boiling.
- Remove it from the microwave, and use a milk frother to mix the milk and sugar and to make some foam. This is not necessary of course, but I like a little bit of foam.
- Pour it into a large mug or coffee cup (I use a 2.5 cup travel mug) and when the espresso is done brewing, pour it into the milk and stir gently.
That's it! Easy and delicious, and a great way to cheer yourself up on a snowy, gray day!!!! Enjoy!
I scoured the web for instructions and tutorials on how to make a proper moka coffee, and eventually I got it right. It takes a bit of practice and in the beginning sometimes it turns out better than other times. Here are my compiled instructions from what I have read/watched/learned from practice:
1)take your moka pot apart into the three pieces
2)fill the base with cold filtered water to the level of the pressure valve
3)place the middle piece into the base
4)grind your coffee of choice into a fine grind
5)carefully spoon your coffee into the middle coffee basket. fill so that the coffee is level with top of the coffee basket. DO NOT TAMP THE COFFEE DOWN. (if you use a burr grinder your grounds may be more airy, to correctly fill the moka lightly pat down the grounds with the back of a spoon as you are filling the coffee basket. if you do not lightly pat it down, you will notice that after you have made your coffee the level of your grounds will be much lower than when you started)
6)screw on the top collecting chamber tightly. Tighten it by hand, but do not put in try too hard to get it that extra bit tight (this will make it really tough to unscrew it later)
7)set the pot on the stove and make sure the handle is not over the element or flame. turn the burner onto medium. keep the lid closed during the brewing process, except to peek in once in a while
8)once the level of the coffee in the top chamber is about half way to a quarter of the way from the top, you can turn off the burner and let the pot sit on the stove until the coffee finishes brewing.
9)once the coffee level has stopped climbing, you will hear/see bubbles instead of coffee coming out from the top funnel. once it is down, just pour into a cup(s) and do with it what you please. Enjoy!
10)once the pot has cooled unscrew it into the three parts. Get out the grounds from the middle coffee basket. rinse the inside of all the sections of the pot with hot water using only your hands or towel to get out the coffee residue. DO NOT USE SOAP! you do not have to be all to thorough about with the cleaning. let it dry and set it away for another day.
Hope that helps.
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Para que no te decepcione y la valores tienes que tener presente ciertas cosas:
- una taza italiana es de aprox 60ml., asi que una cafetera de 3 tazas apenas llenara una taza tipo americana. La razón de ser asi es porque el cafe aquí es mas concentrado, y el estilo europeo prefiere menor cantidad pero mas sabor.
- Llenar con agua al nivel donde está la valvula de seguridad que esta en la base.
- Cuida que no quede cafe alrededor de la capsula en la parte que sella con la parte superior para evitar fugas, no aprietes demasiado, una vez que sientes que topó, solo dale un pequeño apriete adicional.
- El café que utilices tiene que tener un molido más fino, si le pones molido mas grueso no va a producir un cafe con cuerpo.
- Nunca uses la flama alta, debe ser con flama entre baja-meda. La flama alta puede quemar los sellos, y cuida en apagar la flama ni bien veas que ya llenó de café la parte superior. Dejarla más tiempo en la flama puede afectar al sabor y tambien afectar los sellos.
Uso mi cafetera de 3 a 4 veces por semana, es mi forma favorita de hacer cafe. El sello o junta lo he tenido que cambiar en promedio cada 3 años, y se consiguen los Bialetti aqui en Amazon.
I was looking for a way to get thick, consistent coffee everyday and all the setups with pod coffee machines and others were just too expensive and were prone to frequent breakdowns. So, when I came across the Bialetti moka pot, it seemed perfect. Its a simple setup that can brew brilliant thick coffee in a less than 5 minutes start to finish. Add some frothed milk and sugar and you have a truly cafe like experience at home everyday. It has been a couple of weeks and I am really impressed with how simple this is and so far it also looks like a product that will last since it is a very simple machine. If it lasts a couple of years, I would say its money well spent.
Reviewed in Australia on January 9, 2024