How to Make Moka Pot Coffee & Espresso - The BEST Way (Tutorial)

A Moka Pot guide for making coffee with espresso-like flavor at home. Perfect for lattes and espresso-based drinks.
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Video features a 1-cup moka pot (single-serving) by Bialetti, but instructions are basically the same no matter what brand you use. Larger units take a bit longer to heat up. Pre-boiled water can be used to speed things up.
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[@coarselyground]

It was especially helpful that you show what goes on when the heat is too high, and then what it should look like. Thanks! Excellent video.

[@mattwildchild]

yes - ive been using mine for years on high heat and it is always spurring haha

[@y2kcurran]

Do you think heat affects the final taste?

[@TheSemtis]

Many said its supposed to be fine grind coffee.

[@totallyfrozen]

On High, the first ounce of my brew percolates smoothly, then even after I turn the heat down to Medium or Medium Low it still spurts. So I’m not entirely convinced about what this video shows. Not to mention, the cold towel bit at the end looks like a myth. A cold towel on the bottom container isn’t going to cool the top container fast enough to change any flavoring. Conduction doesn’t work that fast.

[@canIhavethishandle]

yup I made my first coffee using this pot and the water squirt so fast and taste so bitter,next time I'll use low heat.

[@kILLuMBuS]

kinda random but I actually like how you didn't edit out a few parts, gives the video a little personality

[@liorbirman]

Actually, they edited in those parts :)

[@-Sam69]

@@liorbirman akchwaly 🙄🙄

[@eireyouok101]

@@-Sam69 bad vibes, no coffee 4 u

[@sirspongadoodle]

@@eireyouok101 "bad vibes" shut the fuck up with your fucking memes cunt.

[@qdaniele97]

This is probably the super extra proper way of doing it but, actually, most people I know here in Italy don't bother at all with stopping the brewing and instead leave the pot on the stove until the level of coffee inside reach the fountain-thingy in the middle. When that happens the pot starts making gurgling noises that signal you the coffee is ready (we say "sta salendo il caffè" AKA "the coffee is rising"). That way you can put the pot on the stove and do other things without having to watch it constantly.

[@og-greenmachine8623]

Watching it is the fun part🇺🇸

[@100GTAGUY]

The thing is I usually get distracted by said other things and end up burning the hell out of it anyway lol

[@babybutchie]

Your method imparts a burnt flavor that not everyone enjoys.

[@photina78]

This video is not the correct way to do it. The correct way is the traditional Italian way in the moka pot video by Annalisa J. The results are perfect every time.

[@Rikkcas]

Exacto! Tropo gente e fragile. Tropo ‘over thinking it’… largely because of inexperience, lol Do what works best for you. Fan culo a li altri 😱🤭😆🇮🇪👍🏼🤌🏼

[@cher4561]

Very helpful, without making me listen to anyone chat on forever before telling me how to make the coffee!

[@Zykodelikz]

That's called a tutorial, dumbass.

[@todddenoon6296]

I will just like to say how much I LOVE your videos. Straight to the point, methodical, includes a bit of light humour and mistakes. No extra fluff, or 10 minute intro with personal unnecessary anecdotes. Thank You so very much.

[@coyotecom]

Thank you for being informative without an autobiography or fifteen minutes of unrelated chatting.

[@ETIKATTT]

I'm addicted to coffee. The way you made this coffee makes me drink it forever.

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Ali Alanazi - I know that feeling! Thanks for watching and for your kind comment. :)

[@jeremycastro3712]

Just know that your video is still helping people 6 yrs later! I bought my pot in Italy a few weeks ago and had to leave the paper instructions bc of traveling and this really helped!

[@adventuresbegin1630]

8!

[@markmcmichael2766]

This is excellent. Concisely delivered in a professional looking video with a dab of humor. The bar towel hack is brilliant, and the ground coarseness and clean-up tips are very useful recommendations. Thank you! Learned everything I needed to know in under 4 minutes.

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Mark McMichael - Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful comment. Kind notes like yours totally make my day. I'm glad I was able to help! Thanks for the lovely comment and for watching!

[@1983Jacko]

I just run the bottom part of the moka pot under a cold tap for like 5 seconds and it stops brewing. The tap is right next to my stove so it makes perfect sense. I don't want to involve my fridge in my coffee making now :)

[@ssmatthews]

I appreciate the simplicity of this video. Many others make the process unnecessarily fussy and resembling an organic chemistry experiment.

[@seth4321]

I had so much fun watching this video. I couldn't help but laugh at 2:38. "Nice." hahaha

[@lisaherren8958]

me too!

[@Sreca1200]

😂

[@fashionrebel05]

What happened there thou ? How come it poured out

[@zen_san4257]

Hahaha really true🤣🤣🤣

[@vikrant555]

@@fashionrebel05 If you look closely you can see he poured coffee on the edge of the glass.

[@LAHWF]

Simple and swift tutorial thank you ❤

[@lukschbert]

Ot4y ot4y

[@mogotecoyote]

My moka pot makes a cup that tastes like a 70% dark chocolate truffle from Lindor. True story. I love it!

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

what coffee did you use

[@mogotecoyote]

@@Daniel-dj7fh cafe bustelo. The brown/black can.

[@nikkistewart6914]

Just got a mokapot for Christmas as I wanted a personal percolator .This fits the bill thoroughly 👌 and now I can make espresso without digging out the full sized one

[@gmdw123]

thank you mokabees i learnt alot from this video. i been using cold water, and now i know to use hot and lots of other things like check heat not causing overmuch pressure.

[@raindancer413]

EXCELLENT tutorial. I got a Moka pot along time ago but never liked the coffee it made. Now I have to go away for two weeks and, of course, cannot take my small espresso machine. I'm confident that I can make the mocha pot work! I bet it will also be great Crio Brew cocao beverage.

[@leilahassan8108]

Thank you for not uttering a single word. Actions speak louder😍

[@aaronruff3354]

Thank you for the video! I've only ever used moka pots to make Cuban coffee. My brother-in-law's mother is Cuban and she was the one who introduced me to noka pots for the first time and we've always used Café Bustelo or other Cuban espresso-ground coffee. I've never seen someone make coffee with regular coffee made for drip brew. Interesting! I love my moka pot, a good cafécito makes me feel like I can take on the world.

[@CDdogg303]

I truly appreciate your video! Showing the brewing being to hot was exactly what I needed to see and im also glad to see im not the only one who spills 😊

[@JambalayaDeluxe]

Two more tips: put a little water in the upper part of the bialetti, so the first drop won't burn. After it's finished stir it so the particles mix

[@sO_RoNerY]

You do realize the whole pot is really hot right? Aluminum heats up hotter than stainless steel. By then it's probably pointless because you're waiting for pressure to build.

[@shonaadams5726]

Thanks for the advice!

[@gobillz6895]

@@sO_RoNerY yes but its not finished coffee until it drips out the top and then will burn and affect taste

[@kobrasoliymani7201]

افرین چه نکته خوبی اشاره کردی من مبینم بعضی وقتا .بوی سوختگی میده

[@iljolly77]

You gave all the information for the better use.Very nice. Remember that a cup o moka coffee has about twice the caffeine of an espresso, even if it doesn't seem to be by its flavor.

[@swd742]

Great video! Thanks a lot! My wife and I recently traveled to Cozumel and had cuban coffee both on board the ship and when we hung out in Miami waiting for a flight. Needless to say, I ordered a 3-cup Bialetti IMMEDIATELY! However, my first couple of batches had the burnt taste. The hot water/low heat tips made my current pot PERFECT! Thanks again. I now have a fantastic way to relive our vacation over a small cup of coffee :-)

[@missmerrily4830]

So good. No fuss or ego getting in the way! Process explained simply and quickly. 👍👍👏👏

[@steinbeckeast]

I love that you put these captions in the video cus I love that I get to read! Super clear instructions!

[@PATCARSON-l6v]

A clear informative tutorial. Many thanks. I just treated myself to a Moka pot. cheers

[@MaluRamirez05]

I found one of these at Goodwill...looked brand new and I didn't know how to properly use it until this video. THANK YOU😊

[@DeutschmitMarija]

It's not just a really helpful video, it can be used as meditation also 😉😍 Thank you! ❤

[@isa0bridges]

Just got one today, can’t wait to try this in the morning. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@suziehayes441]

I usually do not leave comments.. but THANK YOU. For making such a simple video, I'm new to this method and SO excited to give it a go!!

[@piratesmvp]

This was so helpful for me in making my first cup of coffee with my new moka pot. Thanks!

[@joepho5148]

This video is excellent and you just earned a sub! I am moving into an apartment for law school and wanted something with a smaller footprint than a drip machine. I already have a Delonghi espresso machine, but sometimes you want a nice piping hot CUP of coffee rather than an espresso shot. Just tried out my moka pot today following your instructions.

[@emmae456]

Best tutorial I've seen thank you!

[@chechue1]

for a beginner like me who has no idea how to use this your extra explanations were perfect!!!

[@mahmoude4]

The best video I have ever seen to make a good moka cofee. Thank you very much .

[@m0bob]

Thanks for the demonstration. I bought one in Lidl supermarket today and I just made my first espresso with it. I normally use a Breville Barista Express, but I bought the Moka pot to take camping.

[@TonyMSijo]

Finally i got this contraption to brew me a good cup of "almost espresso". Thank you so much for this video..

[@sal_strazzullo]

If you follow all these instructions, but you add a little more ground coffee with the same amount of water, you will make an actual Espresso

[@hxhdfjifzirstc894]

In my experience, you must develop a 'recipe' and technique for each brand of coffee you use in a moka pot. If the coffee is too strong, grind it larger. Too weak, grind it smaller. Once you get a particular coffee dialed in, you can make a very good cup of coffee that has that 'pop', when you drink it (I don't know the proper name for it, but you'll NEVER experience this perfection, buying a cup of coffee from some chain.)

[@AnyDayNow360]

Love the cold towel idea with the reason! Thank you for sharing!

[@wanderlustpilgrim]

We left crazy (USA) and moved to Italy. The video I posted today also shows how to use a Moka. Love your videos.

[@yourmajestyshahenshah284]

excellent excellent video, helped me make a cuppa without damaging the pot on my first try (which i feel like happened to 50% of people before youtube)

[@Sportek24]

Best explanation of how to make coffe we need ppl like you thanks !

[@DavidGonzalez-sk3pq]

Thanks for making this! I've just inherited a Moka pot and had no idea how it works. Off to make my first cup now, feeling good about this.

[@honsbarrera422]

Next time try this. I have a stove top espresso maker too, and I'm happy with how it brews coffee, but if you really want to get the full coffee flavor along with all the notes then do this. Prep the coffee maker as if you are going to brew a full pitcher, then turn it up to high heat but watch that it doesn't brew really fast, let the pitcher fill up slowly by adjusting the heat. let it fill just a little under the middle of the pitcher and take it off the heat and pour out the coffee in a cup. You now have an espresso that has all the notes of the coffee and is not watered down.

[@annad5130]

You don’t want to screw the base on too tightly but snug. I returned two of these before realizing that I was over torque the thing. It will cause leaking

[@nashvilletennessee3194]

Just bought one of these at the Goodwill store for two dollars! Thanks for posting the steps to use it! I am quite curious though and wondering why you didn’t use the small burner on your stove? The large burner seems like overkill. So, here is my review after making my 1st cup, which was delicious . It works well for one person and one cup, maybe two smaller cups! But the base becomes very hot, as well as the grounds which are hard to remove when wet, so it does not work well to then make more for friends! This is probably why they have fallen out of favor and espresso machines have become more popular! I set it on my small eye burner on stove with a setting of 7 and it brewed perfectly! I used Cafè Bustelo espresso style coffee!

[@photina78]

To make more espresso for friends, buy a bigger Moka, at least the 6 cup size. Italian households all have several different size Mokas. It has not fallen out of favor among people who know the correct Bialetti technique. 99% of the tutorials on KZbin are wrong. For the best flavor search for "Annalisa J Moka pot" and "Il Barista Italiano Moka detailed." I use Bustelo too, I love the low price; but there are better Italian espressos to use also, and I've heard La Llave tastes smoother than Bustelo so I'm going to try that.

[@MaryS-mg9ij]

Thank You! Got my little pot today! Thank You for tips. 😊

[@aemiliadelroba4022]

I tried this , several times , needs practice and attention to small details , but the espresso ☕️ is so delicious 😋.

[@lesliemcculloch1590]

I just received a Moka pot 10 minutes ago and am enjoying a delicious latte thanks to your wonderful video! Thank you 😊

[@shastris.s.734]

Very, very informative & INTERESTING(!!!) TUTORIAL, SHOWING MISTAKES THAT U SHOULD'NT Have committed, too very sincere Video I hve ever seen!!!!!

[@Valeri4561]

Thank you for this tutorial and I love that you didn't edit, but instead showed corrected mistakes for us to avoid. :)

[@brownpunk1794]

Man i got one a few months ago..just perfectly brewed coffee always..can never go back to instant.👌

[@mlarry90]

Instead of the cold towel I use a small bowl of water and just submerge it once it's done. And when brewing two cups, I give some twists with a spoon to ensure all the coffee is homogeneous, and not concentrated at the bottom. Nice video

[@XJarhead360]

Since I go hiking and backpacking I was interested in the unit sold at outdoor gear stores. The videos of that product were not instructional and a poster recommended the Bialetti. Your video wa very informative so I ordered the pot and coffee. I am going to try it out at home before taking it out into the field. My little stove puts out a lot of heat and boils a cup of water in 2 minutes so experimentation on flame adjustment is crucial. Thanks again for the video.

[@suzannah881]

Thank you for this! You made it easy!

[@ThatGamingGuyfromthe70s]

Great work, helped me out big time. Im now enjoying a lovely cuppa.

[@claragriffin4970]

Your video provided a very condensed and practical approach to making coffee, very much appreciate the off to the side burner tip. You go!

[@pancake6922]

This is the most tutorial video I have ever watched

[@su18ku12]

Title is right. this is the best tutorial

[@sA6ia]

how u did this video was so comforting ty :) ❤

[@JanPleva]

I so like that second tries! Makes this video so real-life :)

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Jan Pleva (TheERROR) - Thanks! This was actually my very first video, and I had no equipment at the time. I filmed it by holding my smartphone with a pair of tongs under my chin, held together with a rubber band. LOL So my coordination was a little stunted trying to balance this stupid contraption I made. I was originally going to leave-out the outtakes, but I thought it would be helpful for other people to see some real-world coffeemaking with all its occasional errors. Luckily, I've made small upgrades to my equipment since then, so I'm not doing too much chin-filmmaking anymore. ;) Thanks for you comment and for watching!

[@JanPleva]

***** wow, then it is even more amazing project. Thank you, for it!! Now I like it even more, when I know also that hard background! :)

[@hrvatska-U-srcu]

lol great

[@sirspongadoodle]

@@MokaBeesCoffee thats really really impressive honestly...

[@eszmeraldajazminkovacs4418]

This video is amazing! Thank you so much for teaching me what my neglectful parents never did.

[@photina78]

Unfortunately it's not the correct technique for the best flavor. You can trust Bialetti's instructions. 99% of the tutorials on KZbin are wrong because Specialty Coffee influencers have spread misconceptions about the Moka. For the best tutorials, search for "Annalisa J Moka pot" and "Il Barista Italiano Moka detailed."

[@djhayes575]

Excellent video, really helped me today in my novice experience with "espresso". Came out great. Video was solid, straight to the point with a little humor, thanks!

[@sablecorey4024]

What humor dj hayes we must’ve watched a different videos

[@ibrahimalqusaimi2706]

amazing tutorial with a sprinkle of joy :)

[@paulrumbold2436]

Just wanted to say I’m really into coffe and this was a very great video for . I now know which type of pot I need . Super stuff

[@K1PilotIRAN]

Excellent! Everything is covered. Specially SAFETY

[@gavilangod]

Nice video. Tomorrow i will be the happy owner of a Moka pot and you make me wish the hours runs faster!

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Fernando A - Thanks! Hope your moka pot experience is going well!

[@shadeshiest22]

Fernando A well its been a year now, how do you like your moka pot?

[@tmpEngine]

your video feels like a calming meditation

[@The_Cranky_Painter]

I just got mine today. Thank you for this wonderful video!

[@DRodMuzicman]

Thank you 🙏 never used one of these while house sitting found myself with the Moka will buy one soon.

[@spider1g5]

This is super useful, I'm going to take my mocapot on road trips for that perfect brew!

[@AsenAierVlogs]

I can't wait to get my own moka pot...gonna be very interesting to try out the heating steps..volla..other videos makes it look so easy but it ain't...gonna have to practice...thank you for the great tutorial

[@steelcastle5616]

You'll like it for sure.

[@bepacman]

Nice and it is technically an espresso how it used to be done!! For better taste heat up water separately once at boiling fill the base of the pot like video shows and use medium to light roasted coffee you will then get the correct vintage espresso!!

[@giorgioricci7374]

Moka just makes moka cofee, not espresso (moka il lighter and with no cream). Mokas were invented years after espresso machines as a simple, fast and cheap way to have a good coffe at home. Boiling water separately is a nonsense, moka is designed to work with fresh water, the heating is meant to be done inside it. To get good results you only have to avoid using heat too high :)

[@GentBajra]

This is cool I need one of these. I make espresso at home, but when I hike I make Turkish coffee on a bonfire. I might use this when I go hiking to try something different. Thanks!

[@gulfrelay2249]

Gentrit Bajrami camp stove on lowest setting. leave lid up, as soon as you see it brewing, shut lid and remove from heat.

[@channelsixtysix066]

I have a gas stove, so I use a heat diffuser. It prevents direct flame on the pot and prevents overheating, resulting in a smooth extraction flow. The diffuser also protects the pot.

[@jimjeffreymusic]

What kind of diffuser do you use? Will a small griddle work or do you recommend something different?

[@williamread720]

Just happensanced on this machine online and was iffy as to my decision to get one UNTIL WATCHING YOUR VIDEO thanks... Now I am confident enough to buy and try... Only thing that gives me some pause is that we use GAS (not electric) thus, might have to place this thing inside a small CAST IRON pan to get it to work right. Will update THANKS

[@shafferla1]

Thank you for taking the mystery out of the Moka pot! I can't wait for my 3 cup Moka to arrive from Amazon. I am sure I will watch this a few more times once it does. 😉

[@angelblueberry5229]

I laughed so hard at 2:40 when you spilled the espresso 🤣🤣🤣

[@idillydallyami]

I’ve been doing mine completely wrong! Haha. Thanks for this. Will deffo be trying it this way next time. X

[@brianrosales8037]

Thank you for this video I have one of these that’s was given to me didn’t know how to use it till now thank yiu

[@jamesr1703]

Just bought one of these on my trip to Italy. This video was very helpful. I'm ready to give it a try!

[@Ramix09]

How did it go?

[@edwinlyons9073]

I just learned of your channel, great work! Thanks for the helpful and enjoyable info. Keep it up!

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Edwin Lyons - Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement. It really means a lot. Thanks for watching!

[@kiranm6749]

I figured it out if u want thick coffee liquid.. put less water .. 😁 more water will dilute the coffee when served with milk . Tastes out of this world.

[@mickeythecat98]

It's 12am sharp and I drank 2shots of c Esspereso 30 mins ago I was sleepy but I'm energized now I will update you when I sleep

[@BlinkyB23]

This has helped me make the perfect cup, thank you so much! I was doing literally everything wrong. 🤣😂 Now it's just right every time!

[@Purpleiris444]

cute video. Had looked at your website and you have some good info there about what size to buy. I bought the 1 cup not realizing that it's actually 1 shot. You recommended buying the 3 cup for 1 person. Thanks for the info.

[@MokaBeesCoffee]

+Marlene Lee - Glad I could help! I made the same mistake myself when I first purchased mine. I bought a 1 cup, and in comes this tiny little baby moka pot in the mail! It's kind of adorable though, and in the long run, I wound up using it more than the 3 cup one I eventually purchased. But it would be nice if the labeling on the package was a bit more clear. :) Thanks for your kind comment and for watching!

[@safari7965]

Thanks so much for info.

[@giorgioricci7374]

@@MokaBeesCoffee the labeling is actually correct, 1 coffee cup (the italian way) and not 1 large cup of americano

[@GrahamsGO]

I was never really big into coffee. Then I bought a cheap ebay Moka Pot. Best ten quid I've ever spent.

[@imspecial2314]

Love the reality of this video!!! Because when i’ll try it out i wont think i’m a failure if i make whole bunch of mistakes lol😁😁

[@sirspongadoodle]

your a failure only if you give up after the mistakes, if you keep trying then your not a failure.

[@pedrorosa9570]

Have one and never knew you should leave the lid open. Thanks for the tip/video. I’ll have to try

[@lilwhisk]

You shouldn't generally leave the top open.

[@roberteisenbach624]

Thank you for the helpful video! The right coffee is also important. I use coffee from Lorenzotti Italy, they have coffee which is ground specific for Moka Pot's.

[@woodman94]

Helpful video thank you! Just ordered the Supreme Bialetti today !

[@Derry_Aire]

It's the second time I've watched this vid and I still laughed a lot when you missed the glass! 😆

[@chancekelly274]

Very "crisp" presentation. I enjoyed. Thanks 🙏 😊

[@shadowr2d2]

This is very helpful. This reminds me of my “Grandparents”. They would use this all the time. Now I know how to use one again. You sir have a new subscriber. Keep up the great work.

[@likespiders6372]

Very helpful video. Quick question on grind size: you suggest a more corse, drip-grind. But other sites say to use a fine , espresso-like, grind. Why should I err towards you suggestion and not theirs? I guess the obvious answer is that I should experiment But anyway, thanks!

[@ali-mw5no]

This is a very good tutorial. Thanks.

[@fairlind]

I’ve only used my new pot twice, and made soooo many mistakes already! Thank you.

[@cjla298]

Excellent video! Thanks for your help, I'm now enjoying espresso at home!

[@PeterTole]

Thanks for the video I have this pot I was figuring out how it's used

[@moosexp]

Thank you. You showed what it looks like when too fast and just right. Awesome!

[@MissTina62]

YES YES YES - ALWAYS USE HOT WATER! cool cloth or just run bottom under cold water. Smooth taste, no bitterness!