The Italian coffee maker is legendary! Marketed by Bialetti in the 1930s under the name Moka Express, it has sold more than 250 million units worldwide. Evoking the sweetness of family afternoons, the Italian coffee maker is here to stay. Easy to use and maintain, it lets you discover a coffee rich in flavors.
A powerful and aromatic coffee
Accompany your Italian coffee maker with a delicious single-origin coffee or a blend from several coffee plantations.
Coffee bean lovers, your grind should be fine, but slightly coarser than the one reserved for the espresso machine. If you prefer to buy ground coffee, at CoffeeAvenue, you can't go wrong! We have a special "Italian coffee maker" caliber.
With its unique extraction system and no paper filter to absorb the aromatic oils, the Italian coffee maker produces a very fragrant coffee. Rather full-bodied, it is reminiscent of espresso, but with a texture in the mouth closer to filter coffee.
How to use the Italian coffee maker?
Nothing could be simpler! Start by unscrewing it and filling the water tank located at its base. Put the filter back in place and add the ground coffee. All you have to do is screw on the top part and place the Italian coffee maker on your hob, over low heat.
When boiling, the water rises until it reaches the top. When you no longer hear it flowing, it's ready!
Barista Tip: Fill the reservoir with hot water to limit the time on the hob. This helps prevent your coffee from burning.
Which Italian coffee maker should you choose?
The capacity varies depending on the model, from 2 to 12 cups. Don't hesitate to choose a large or medium size. One of the advantages of the Italian coffee maker is that the tank does not need to be filled to the maximum to produce quality coffee.
How is your kitchen equipped? If it works with induction, you have the choice of several compatible models. You can even get adapter plates.
In terms of design, the Moka Express with its 8 aluminum sides perfectly embodies Italian retro. In a contemporary spirit, other all-stainless steel models with a refined style may also appeal to you.
Family coffee makers
If the Italian coffee maker is present in millions of homes, it is because it has made coffee accessible to everyone. Preparing it at home has become possible. A revolution at the beginning of the century! Today, it is an excellent alternative to capsule machines to discover quality coffees at home, ground or in beans.
It is very easy to use, but also to maintain. A little hot water is enough to remove the oils from the reusable filter. Another strong point: There are no seals to change!
At CoffeeAvenue, all the manufacturers we select work with resistant materials. Particularly robust, the Italian coffee maker remains in your family for years!
