Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Percolator
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Bialetti Moka Express 3-Cup Stovetop Percolator
Customer Review: Best coffee EVER!
Summary: 5 Stars
After searching for a good espresso machine for months I was finally willing to spend up to $500. I told a coworker about this and he brought me into his office for a cup of espresso out of his bialetti moka. I chuckled but said "OK" I'll try anything. After that cup of coffee, I threw out everything I knew about good coffee. I was amazed how this little device could make such a perfect espresso. The very next day I bought one from amazon and haven't had any other coffee since it was delivered. Our $100 Mr. Coffee is just collecting dust.
The only con to this device is that it doesn't come with real instructions. I just found out a couple weeks ago that you aren't supposed to boil the water.... Also, don't get an espresso grind, get a grind of coffee larger than espresso but smaller than a drip grind. Otherwise, this thing is flawless!
My coworker told me that every family in Italy has one of these and use it religiously. I understand why and you will too after having a cup from this little wonder.
Customer Review: Little Italian Buddy
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this little Italian delight! I use it everyday and can't believe I went so long without one. Quality is great and they are wonderful for camping. I would highly recommend this product to people who love coffee.Customer Review: The product is great and shipped very fast.
Summary: 5 Stars
The product was good, and the seller is great. The product shipped on time . Awesome!!!!!!!Customer Review: Overrated!!!
Summary: 1 Stars
Before buying, I knew this machine did not make espresso or cappuccino. However, I bought it because, if you grew up on the Adriatic coast like I did, it is mandatory to own one. Why I don't reccommend this machine to those who know a thing or two about good coffee:
1. The coffee made with this machine will be a better version of drip-brewed american coffee, but will not come close in taste and aroma to espresso. If you are thinking of getting this instead of the expensive superautomatic espresso machines (in the $900+ range), you will be dissappointed. You get what you pay for. Given this, I do not understand why it is being marketed as "espresso maker" - it is not!
2. The metallic taste is very offputting - I usually don't have the time or patience to make coffee twice, once for the sink, the next time for myself.
3. If you have a gas stove, you must watch this machine CLOSELY, because if it boils over, it will kill the flames and will fill the kitchen with gas. Using low heat will reduce the risk of boiling over.
4. There is very little if any crema on top, and when there is, it is mostly a loose foam that dissapears once you pour the coffee in a cup.
5. I recommend this only for students, or people in extended vacations who are limited in coffee choices, budget, and space.
6. It's also handy if you need to make coffee for recipes (tiramisu, etc.).
Customer Review: Bialetti Moka Express 6 Cup
Summary: 5 Stars
Timeless classic. Simple, elegant and functional. Works to perfection. There is a little learning curve in experimenting with the correct grind, temperature and brew time. Its not a Chevy--- its an Alfa Romeo!
David