A Moka Pot is a simple, inexpensive and very tasty way to make espresso drinks. You wouldn't think so to look at these little pots, but the espresso they produce is as good or better than what you spend big bucks for in a coffee shop!
What is a Moka Pot?
The Moka Pot has been used in Europe for nearly 80 years. Widely used in Italy, Portugal and Spain, the Moka Pot is often known as "macchinetta" which is Italian for "little machine". It was invented in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti and eventually found its way into 90% of Italian Homes. Bialetti used aluminum because it was the national metal, though steel is more common today.
It comes in sizes both large and small but you can usually find it in a size that holds about one cup of water in the bottom. It's a three part metal pot that is designed to sit atop your stove as you brew the espresso.
The bottom holds the water, there is a metal filter in the middle to hold the coffee and the top provides the space that allows steam to condense into hot water and drip back down through the coffee. As the water in the bottom heats up, steam is forced up through the coffee in the filter. The steam then rises into the top where it becomes liquid and drips back down.
How to use a Moka Pot
You should add one heaping tablespoon of coffee for every three ounces of water. Add the water to the bottom part of the pot then put the filter basket with the coffee on top, being careful to fit it so that it seals properly. You should not tamp down the coffee, as the steam will cause it to expand and pack itself solidly in the filter.
Screw on the top part and, using low heat, wait until you hear it start to sputter. Your espresso will be done just a few minutes after you hear it start to brew. It's relatively fast, but quite hands up.
Coffee
The taste of the variety of coffee bean, the roast, as well as ground coffee and, depending on the temperature, it was produced. While oven is called Espresso, you can create the same cream (light foam on top of the cup) and espresso machines.
Cure Your Moka Pot
Moka pots are usually of people, but many prefer to get aluminum steel made by A. Some think thataluminum has a detrimental effect on the flavor of the espresso while others think it enhances it. Because the flavor of coffee depends on the oils that the heated water extracts from the beans and those oils cling to everything they touch, it's important to keep your Moka Pot clean. The buildup of oil can make the espresso taste bitter and otherwise affect the taste of the coffee. It's a good idea to run through the process every few weeks using vinegar instead of coffee to get rid of excess oils and mineral deposits. A clean pot keeps the coffee flavor pure and fresh.
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