How Do I Use My Bialetti Stovetop Coffee Maker?

Fill the basket about three-quarters full. Screw the jug part of the pot back onto the base, and put the pot on a low heat on the hob If you turn up the heat too high, the coffee will boil in the pot and taste bitter. My own 6-cup Moka Pot takes about five minutes … Read more

How Do You Make Espresso With A Stovetop Espresso Maker?

Do stovetop espresso makers make real espresso? Despite being marketed as “stovetop espresso machines”, moka pots don’t actually brew true espresso Read: What Exactly Is Espresso? Yes, moka pots brew coffee using some intense pressure, but only 1-2 bars. This is more than most people can generate manually but it doesn’t rival that of an … Read more