Bialetti Moka Express Aluminium Stovetop Coffee Maker Review

1. Remove all labels and packaging.
2. Hand wash all parts with warm water.
3. Rinse all parts thoroughly to remove any soap residue.
4. Make 2-3 pots of coffee to season the pot. Follow the use instructions below for each cycle.

How to use Bialetti Moka Express

1. Fill the lower chamber with cold water just below the valve.
2. Insert the funnel and fill it with ground espresso (do not tamp). Remove any coffee grounds on the edge of the funnel.
3. Tightly screw the upper part of the pot on to the base. Avoid using the handle for leverage.
4. Select burner size to fit the bottom of the pot. For the gas stovetop, make sure the flame is not larger than the bottom of the pot. The flame should not come around the sides of the pot.
5. Place pot on the stovetop until the water boils and coffee begins to come out of the centre post. There will be a gurgling sound during this process.
6. When the top of the pot is full of coffee, please remove it from the stove. Hazel brown foam appears just seconds before the coffee is completely made.
7. Before pouring coffee, stir it in the upper chamber with a small spoon to equalize all the different coffee layers for optimum flavour.

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cleaning

• Wash by hand with warm water.
• Dry thoroughly with a towel.
• Do not reassemble the product until all parts are completely dry to avoid oxidation.
• Do not use soap or detergent.
• Do not use in dishwasher.
• Do not use steel wool or other abrasive products.

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tips/precautions

• Use coffee ground specifically for a Moka coffee maker. Don’t use too fine ground coffee.
• Periodically check the funnel, the filter plate and the washer for wear. Over time, they may need to be replaced.
• Never use the pot without water.
• Never use other contents besides coffee like teas, cacao powder or instant coffee to clog the filter plate.
• If the heat is too high, coffee may have a burnt taste. Getting the optimum temperature for brewing may take some trial and error.
• Store coffee grounds in an airtight container, away from sunlight.
• Use filtered water for the best coffee flavour.

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Bialetti Moka Express Review and Demonstration