What is Moka Pot brewing?

A Moka pot is a stovetop coffee maker you may remember from your grandparent's kitchen. Yes, the style is old-world, but it makes a killer cup of coffee!  It brews coffee by the water passing up through the coffee beans. It does not have to pass through any filter, so it helps get a complete and pure extraction of your coffee.

WHY MOKA POT?

Moka pot is a cheap alternative to espresso. Although you won’t get the crema from an espresso machine, the taste is similar. You can also use espresso to make different drinks, such as a latte. The moka pot is also trendy amongst hikers and campers, as it is small, compact, and gas friendly.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

Electric Kettle • .35oz (10) gr finely ground beans • Scale

Hot Water - 212 degrees f (100 degrees c) • Cup

TIPS

There are different sizes of moka pots, so be sure to adjust the ingredients to the correct scale. The main tip is to use hot water in the bottom chamber before brewing. If you start with cold water, it will take too long to get up to a boil. During this time, the flame from the stove might burn the coffee beans, resulting in a bitter flavor.

THE PROCESS

STEP 1

Unscrew the bottom and pour in hot water up until the bottom of the valve. Do not use cold water; otherwise, the coffee beans will burn as you are brewing.

STEP 2

Place the filter basket on top of the bottom chamber. Carefully spoonful .35oz (10g) of finely ground beans into the filter basket.

STEP 3

Gently level off the coffee beans with your finger or a knife. Do not push the coffee down; otherwise, the water cannot filter through the moka pot.

STEP 4

Screw on the top of the moka pot. Be careful, as the bottom chamber is full of hot water! Use a towel or a glove to hold it in place.

STEP 5

Place over a gas stove or electric if you don't have gas.  Over medium heat, just enough so that the flame covers the bottom. Please do not use too high heat; otherwise, it will burn the coffee and extract too quickly.

STEP 6

When the water in the bottom chamber begins to boil, the pressure will push the coffee upwards into the top section. Open the lid to check it out!

STEP 7

It is ready once all the coffee has passed through to the top chamber. This should take around 2 to 2 and a half minutes. Pour into a cup and enjoy your espresso-like coffee!

STEP 8

Moka pot is excellent for anyone that loves espresso. You can add foamed milk to make a latte or more water to make an americano. There are so many options!

Enjoy!

Try some of our espresso-style beans and define your coffee preference. 

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