Alessi Pulcina Espresso coffee maker in cast aluminium. Handle and knob in PA, red, 3 Cups

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Using the Alessi Pulcina has been the most consistent method of getting a smooth espresso-like cup of coffee at home. To get a consistently non-bitter cup of coffee using a traditional stovetop mokapot prior to using the Alessi Pulcina, we had to use a paper filter and pull the mokapot off the heat at just the right time so that the over-extracted bitter coffee did not come into the top chamber and that the pressure building up did not burst the paper filter causing a coffee explosion. If we pulled it off the heat too early we would have a low yield, if we pulled it off too late we would have a coffee explosion and bitter coffee. It is also essential to remove the moka pot from the heat as soon as your brew is completed. You can even run some cold tap water over the body of the device to cool it down faster. This will ensure that the brew stops when you want it to. When we make coffee using a stovetop mokapot at home, we typically also heat some milk and froth it in a French Press to make a latte, flat white, or cappuccino.

We will note that there is more sediment in the output of the Alessi Pulcina than if we used a paper filter with a traditional mokapot, but the coffee is much less bitter than that produced by other traditional mokapots that we’ve used.Remember cleaning: Many moka pots end up becoming disgusting because people don’t wash and dry them properly. Available in a wide range of sizes, from a single cup to a whopping 16 cups, there’s a Bialetti moka pot to suit just about every coffee drinker’s needs. This sleek and stylish stove-top espresso maker has become the gold standard for coffee lovers, and it’s not hard to see why. With their iconic octagonal design, Bialetti moka pots have become the go-to choice for anyone looking for a reliable and well-crafted brewing method.

In almost a century of history, the company has gradually evolved to become one of the leading “Factories of Italian design”, capable of applying its expertise and excellence in design management to many different product types. The biggest difference between the Alessi Pulcina and most other stovetop Mokapots (Aluminum or Stainless Steel) is that the Pulcina is designed to stop the flow of the coffee into the serving chamber prior to the “point of no return” when over extracted coffee makes its way from the brew chamber to the top pouring chamber resulting in a bitter, and sediment filled coffee. Although stovetop espresso makers have been around almost as long as coffee has been drunk, there have been quite a few improvements to look out for when choosing one today. Here are a few point to take into consideration when you are trying to select the best stovetop espresso makers – sometimes also referred to as Cuban coffee makers. MaterialCharacteristics : 1 to 6 cups: 30 cl - Suitable for induction hobs - American coffee filter included As you may find, some people like to use a paper filter in addition to the metal filter that comes with most mokapots. While the paper filter will make for a cleaner and less bitter cup, it can add to more pressure building up in the mokapot which can cause a coffee burst to happen and cause burns. It should go without saying that you should always use a scale to accurately measure coffee and water! Only that way can you improve or tweak your brew in the right direction. Other thing to consider when buying A stovetop coffee maker? Architect. Michele De Lucchi is a prominent figure in movements like Cavart, Alchimia and Memphis. He designs lamps and furniture for the most well known Italian and European companies and realized architectural project in Italy and abroad. We grind to a medium grind size (20 on the Baratza Encore) which is coarser than what most people recommend for a Mokapot, but we find that it cuts down on sediment and makes for the perfect balance between full flavor and extraction while cuttting down on bitterness and over extraction.