Moka Pot is a great experience that awakens the passion for coffee of all walks of life. We like it for so many reasons – for its simplicity, for its history, for the lovely murmur of coffee. We also like the fact that it can deliver a sophisticated Espresso for under $10,000. Not bad at all, right?
Moka Pot is a device that makes coffee using the pressure of hot steam passing through pure coffee powder. The vase was first patented in Italy, in 1933.
Coffee is extracted through the pressure of steam
Moka Pot comes in different sizes, dispensing from 1 to 18 cups of 50ml. The original design and many current models are made from aluminum with composite plastic handles.
Moka Pot comes in different sizes
The electric Moka Pot is very convenient
Moka Pot can use fire or electric oven to prepare. The direct electric type is more convenient, we can watch the coffee rise slowly and can also check if the coffee has been removed... this is really interesting for those who love coffee. The price of an electric MokaPot coffee maker is about 50 - 100 USD. You can buy it at Amazon. Tools needed for this preparation:
Step 1. Grind about 20-22 grams of pure coffee with Espresso-like smoothness.
Step 2. Pour boiled water into 1/2 Moka Pot.
Step 3. Place the metal filter lid of the Moka Pot, with water inside under the lid.
Step 4. Pour in the coffee powder and shake gently to spread the coffee powder evenly.
Step 5. Use your fingers to gently push the coffee powder evenly. For good results, point your finger in the direction of the clock 12:00-6:00, then in the direction of 3:00-9:00.
Step 6. Tighten the top of the Moka Pot. Be careful, the bottom may be hot.
Step 7. Place the Moka Pot on the stove over medium heat.
When the water in the lower part of the pot boils, the force of the water will slowly push the coffee stream to the top of the pot. If you see air bubbles appearing, your water is already quite hot. If there are air bubbles floating around, increase the heat. You will know when it is done when you hear the hissing sound and the sound of boiling air bubbles.
Be careful when pouring the coffee, because the handle of the Moka Pot can be hot. Enjoy!
