The Classic Moka Pot Brew

Strong. Intense. Rich. Syrupy. How else can we describe this classic way of brewing coffee?

Invented in Italy by Alfonso Bialetti in 1933, the moka pot, also known as a stove top or caffettiera in Italian, quickly became a symbol of Italian life and a standard kitchen item in Italian households. It's significance further recognised as a design icon of 20th century industrial design. 

You Will Need

Coffee
Grinder
Stove Top brewer (we prefer the Bialetti Moon)
Water
Kettle

Our Standard Recipe

Fill the moka pot's filter basket with coffee beans and level off to estimate the amount of coffee required.

Brew Method

1. Heat water seperately in a kettle (this will save you brewing time and reduce the likelihood of bitterness)
   
2. Fill the moka pot's filter basket with coffee beans and level off to estimate the amount of coffee required
3. Grind the coffee to a consistency a little coarser than espresso
4. Add the ground coffee to the filter basket, ensuring even distribution and flat surface. Do not tamp!
5. Add the hot water from step 1 above to the moka pot's bottom chamber up to but not beyond the safety valve
6. Assemble the moka pot and place on the stove on low-medium heat with the lid open
7. When coffee begins to appear from the spout, reduce the heat
8. Once you hear some spluttering remove the moka pot from the heat and run the bottom chamber under tap water for a few seconds (enough to stop coffee coming out of the spout)
9. Stir the coffee in the pot before serving
10. Enjoy!

Notes:

• The brewing time following the above steps should fall between 5 to 10 minutes. If your brew takes longer than this consider:
  •  increasing the grind size
  • checking there is not too much coffee in the filter basket
  • check burner strength and the amount of heat applied will also influence your brew time