How to Make Coffee in the Bialetti Moka Pot: The "Ultimate Techique" | Open Culture
In Italy, roughly 70% of households have a Bialetti Moka Pot. And chances are you have one too. But are you using it the right way?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BfDLoIvb0w4
Here it is in text, if someone wants to save it :)
Constants:
- Boiling water in the boiler
- Full basket of coffee
- Avoid sputtering phase by cooling down the chamber under cold water
Variables:
- The lighter the roast, the finer the ground.
- Less filled boiler will brew a bit earlier. Usually, dark roasts -> a bit less water, light roasts -> full boiler
- Preheat the hob/relatively low heat on the gas hob
- As soon as the liquid starts to flow, turn off the heat. For electric hobs, move it to the edge of the hob.
Troubleshooting:
If the sputtering phase starts before you think it's time (not enough coffee out etc):
- Too fine of a grind
- Too much heat
April 13, 2026 at 3:04:19 PM EDT
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