While some claim that the highest quality percolators are made in Italy –which is no wonder, they are often simply called Italian espresso pots or ‘Bialetti’s’ –we don’t find this necessarily to be the case. On average, it’s fair to say that whenever it says ‘Made in Italy’ you can be rest assured the quality will be great, while China is more of a mixed bag. To boot, having an authentic Italian stovetop espresso maker does add to the charm a bit, doesn’t it? It is technically possible to simply use less water than your pot’s capacity when making a smaller batch. However, the recommendation is to fill your pot with coffee grounds to the top of the filter basket. In addition, cold water should be filled to the bottom portion of the release valve or indicator line. It’s important to choose the Moka pot size that will fit your daily brewing needs. Many people like to drink coffee from a big mug. A moka pot doesn’t brew amount of coffee in those kinds of quantities unless you get a 6 cup one. However, it doesn’t have to. Since you’re brewing an espresso like coffee, you can create quite a few coffee drinks with it. Cappuchino, Latte and Americano being some of the most popular ones. The problem with trying to “customize” your serving for less coffee is that you’re going to have an over-extraction problem. This means that coffee taste, texture, and caffeine level are going to be “off.” The size of Bialetti moka pots is measured in cups: the capacity of this one is 3 cups, which corresponds to 130 ml of coffee.

Valve: Some moka pots, especially the smaller models, feature a specialized valve. This valve acts as a creme formation. What I like about this valve is that it makes the Bialetti much easier to use. The valve comes with a measure which you must use. Just be sure to use the exact amount, not too much or too little. The brewing process only takes a few seconds and you don’t have to adjust the heat intensity. Moka pots with this valve are designed to brew at high temperature AND pressure. You’re guaranteed the perfect tasting hot beverage each and every time. From one or two shots of espresso, you can create all of those drinks that are much more voluminous than the brew you start with. Two shots of espresso is about 60 ml which means the one cup moka pot would be enough. Of course if you regularly drink 5 espressos to get started in the morning, you should size up. Although you might want to take a look at your sleeping habits if you need that. If you want a big mug full, making an Americano is a great option. Just add hot water to your coffee in 1:1 up to 2:1 ratio. Most coffee mugs are 8 to 10 oz. (+-235 ml-295 ml). For a 1:1 ratio you would need a moka pot that brews +-120 to 150 ml of coffee.To brew some delicious coffee, fill the bottom chamber with water all the way up to the safety valve, insert the metal filter and pour some ground coffee into the basket (without pressing), then put the upper chamber on top and place the pot on the hob. Wait for the coffee to start gurgling as it rises and reaches the collecting chamber: once that’s done, take the pot off the heat and enjoy! Made in Italy with an ergonomic handle and a patented safety valve which makes it easy to clean. Available in many sizes and suitable for gas, electric and induction (with the Bialetti induction adapter plate) Place the moka pot on the stove (the handle should be beoynd the reach of the heat). Set the low heat level – it is worth to wait a few minutes longer for an even better taste of coffee. When the upper chamber is filled with brewed coffee, switch off the heat. There’s no need to use soaps or detergents when cleaning your Moka pot daily. In fact, just rinsing your pot with hot water before wiping the interior dry after each use will be enough to keep it clean. Periodic “deep cleans” can be done simply by using a gentle brush and a drop of vinegar to scrub the inside of your pot.

If you’re drinking coffee for the caffeine content (let’s face it, many of us do) here’s a little guide to see how moka pot coffee compares to regular pour over coffee;

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How much coffee you need depends completely on your drinking habits and which style you drink. A moka pot brews a type of coffee that’s quite similar to espresso. It’s not exactly the same but quite close. That means the amount of liquid might seem small but it’s strong in taste and high in caffeine. If you’re looking for something really special — Alessi creates beatufiul moka pots. However, be prepared for a significantly higher cost and more difficulty in sourcing replacement parts. What size moka pot for one person? Any serious espresso maker knows that there are different ways to make espresso and is always looking to experiment with new machines and techniques. If you’re now looking to find out how exactly you brew espresso in a stovetop espresso maker and need to know which Bialetti model is better, hopefully, you’ve found your answer.

Basket: The basket size in the large and small moka pot is different. The large pot naturally has a deeper basket that needs high brewing temperatures if you don’t want to risk a coarse grind. Because the basket size in the smaller model isn’t very deep, you don’t need to brew at high temperatures. Again the entire process favors the smaller model were effortlessly brewing the perfect coffee is concerned. For the solo coffee connoisseurs among us, the brew-a-cup-at-a-time Moka pots are the perfect fit. But, if you plan to share a cup with your partner or friend, choose one that can make more than 1 brew per use – there is nothing more annoying than having to repeat the process multiple times for multiple coffees.

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The original Bialetti pot, “Moka Express”, has been around since 1933. The Bialetti man with the moustache, recognised now by pretty much everyone and featuring on all of the brand’s products, represents Renato Bialetti himself, son of the inventor of the moka pot, Alfonso. This iconic logo was designed in 1953 by Paul Campani, an Italian artist.