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How to use a Moka Pot!

Open Bialetti Brikka Induction Moka Pot revealing rich crema after brewing.

Brewing Guide: Moka Pot

EQUIPMENT:

Moka Pot: The iconic stovetop brewer. Choose the size appropriate for your needs (common sizes are 3-cup and 6-cup).

Coffee Grinder: Burr grinder for consistent particle size.

Kettle: For boiling water (optional, but recommended to speed up the process).

Measuring Spoons or Scale: For accurate measurements.

Stovetop: Gas, electric, or induction (depending on your Moka pot).

Mug(s): For enjoying your coffee.

Small Towel or Cloth: To handle the hot pot.

RECIPE (for a 3-cup Moka pot – adjust proportionally for other sizes):

  • Coffee: 18-21g (medium-fine grind, slightly coarser than espresso)
  • Water: 150-180ml (pre-heated)

STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

  1. Prepare:
    • Gather all your equipment.
    • Pre-heat your water in a kettle (this speeds up the brewing process).
  2. Fill the Base:
    • Fill the bottom chamber of the Moka pot with pre-heated water to just below the safety valve.
  3. Add Coffee:
    • Insert the funnel into the base.
    • Fill the funnel with ground coffee. Do not tamp the coffee down; level it gently.
  4. Assemble:
    • Screw the top chamber onto the base firmly.
  5. Brew:
    • Place the Moka pot on the stovetop over medium-low heat.
    • As the water heats, steam will build pressure and force the water through the coffee grounds.
    • You’ll hear a gurgling sound as the coffee starts to brew.
  6. Watch and Listen:
    • Once the gurgling becomes more of a hissing sound and the flow of coffee slows to a trickle, remove the Moka pot from the heat.
  7. Cool and Serve:
    • Use a small towel or cloth to carefully handle the hot pot.
    • Allow the Moka pot to cool slightly before serving. This will help prevent any remaining steam from causing a scalding hazard.
    • Pour the brewed coffee into your mug(s).

Tips for the Best Cup

  • Water Quality: Use filtered water for the best flavour.
  • Grind Consistency: A medium-fine grind, slightly coarser than espresso, is ideal. Too fine, and it can clog the pot; too coarse, and the coffee will be weak.
  • Heat Control: Use medium-low heat to prevent burning the coffee.
  • Don’t Overfill: Fill the base with water only to just below the safety valve. Don’t tamp the coffee in the funnel.
  • Clean Immediately: Clean the Moka pot immediately after use to prevent coffee oils from building up.

Troubleshooting

  • No Coffee: Check that the base has enough water and that the coffee is not too finely ground.
  • Bitter Coffee: The coffee may have been over-extracted. Try using a coarser grind or reducing the heat.
  • Burnt Coffee: The heat was likely too high. Try using a lower heat setting.

This guide will help you get started with brewing delicious coffee using a Moka pot.  And, if you haven’t all got a Moka Pot, we have a selection of them available to buy in our online store.  

Happy brewing!