Bialetti Moka Express 3 Cup Espresso Maker: Italian Made; Moka Pot/Percolator/Coffee Maker/Mocha Pot for an Authentic Italian Coffee-06799

Update after 9 months:I am still loving it. The pot is holding well. I have 3 cup pot. When I add milk, it becomes more than adequate for me. You need to for medium or light roast, you need to fill the coffee holder to the full. For dark roast fill up to 75% at least. Only then you will get top-quality coffee. Other wise why go through all this trouble? Invest in this system only if you are willing to spend money on ground coffee or beans regularly. Yes this hobby costs money. It is not as cheap as Tea. I spend 1000 plus for ground coffee every month. And I am the only one who consumes this coffee, twice a day. So you do your calculation for yourself. Invest in 4 and 6 cups Mocha pots only if you can afford to fill those holders with such an expensive ground coffee.5-star product. Biletti is a widely used Mocha pot in Italy. When we visited Italy, we saw many Biletti shops selling their products.I use it twice a day to make my coffee. It is called home espresso. It is not very light unless you dilute it with a lot of milk. I use Blue Tokai's Attikan Estate specialty coffee (Mocha ground). I just love it. It makes my day special.The key to good coffee is that you need to use a lot of ground coffee in that round coffee holder. Else you get very mild and flat coffee, which you may not enjoy. SO start with full holder and then go down till you find the right level. That is your ideal coffee.

The BEST Coffee Maker. Highly efficient, easy to use, best in Taste, loved the design.

1. REASONS for PURCHASE• Have been a strong coffee fan for a few years now, mostly into cappuccinos & cold brews.• Never purchased any equipment for my kitchen till now; always had coffee in cafes & restaurants.• Eventually will buy a machine, but for now as an intro thought this product will do & seems to be globally popular.• Was looking for size to make for 2 people. Already had a larger South Indian filter coffee pot since early 2020.• Had reservations ordering an aluminum utensil, but went ahead as this is globally popular & I had tight budget.2. FIRST IMPRESSIONS• The moka pot is very cute & well designed. It is practical & utilitarian.• Initially, I was very happy as the coffee I tasted was similar to the ones I was having in cafes.• I felt the size was still small for 2 people. We were adding warm milk, & using medium-size cups.• Please note I am using Lavazza & KCRoasters coffee powders.3. AFTER 1 MONTH USAGEI did a lot more research on YouTube & experimentation on the product & its usage. These are my findings:• There are a lot of precautions you need to take while using it. There have been cases of the pot exploding on YouTube. Please make sure you *never* fill water above pressure marker, pack coffee too tight, & leave it on gas for too long. Also once coffee is done, always make sure to stop the brewing process by placing the moka pot in cool water or put a cold towel around it.• A lot of studies have shown that aluminum is not preferred utensil material. Stainless steel is better as it is more durable & does not leak chemicals as much as others into food/drink, & is anyway preferred by Indian families.• You are not supposed to clean this utensil with any hard sponge or use any cleansing liquid/powder. Just use wet cloth or tissue paper.• There are a lot of steps you need to follow while making your coffee, as compared to a filter coffee pot. It can be inconvenient though it makes coffee fast (~5m ideally).4. OVERALL• It is a good product, but ideally go for a stainless steel moka pot if you have the budget.• For now I am using my larger South Indian filter coffee pot more often as it gives more coffee, is more convenient & is of stainless steel, though it takes ~15m.• After doing a lot of research, the main difference between the moka pot & filter pot is time taken to make the coffee. The coffee taste will depend more on the coffee bean powder you are using, compared to the utensil.• I might use this product more if I have to make for only myself, but still will alternate with my filter coffee pot.

Perfect item

WIthin 2 months of buying this product, the handle melted and the internal filter fused. I really enjoyed it for those 2 months, but have been naturally upset that I spent so much and nothing happened.The manufacturer or Amazon should refund me the money, IMHO.

I’ve been using the Bialetti Moka Express 3 Cup every day, and let me tell you — it feels like a little Italian café comes to life in my kitchen each morning. The first time I brewed with it, the aroma alone was enough to make me smile. It’s built like a tank yet so elegant with that iconic octagonal design. Brewing is not quick as it is very thick and boiler is bit wide compared to other brands. You can make the brewing consistent, and smooth with practice and experiance — and once you nail the technique, it's hard to go back to any other method.What I love is the ritual: filling the base with hot water, gently spooning the coffee into the funnel (no tamping!), and letting the magic happen on the lowest flame. That rich, chocolatey espresso with crema… heaven. For me, it’s not just a coffee maker — it’s an experience.✅ Pros:🇮🇹 Made in Italy (I think in Romania nowadays) – Authentic and time-tested🔩 Solid aluminum build – long-lasting and reliable☕ Produces rich, thick moka-style espresso🔥 Quick to brew on gas stove (under 5 minutes)🧽 Easy to clean and maintain (no detergents needed)🫶 No paper filters, no plastic – eco-friendly too!❌ Cons:⚠️ Not induction-compatible (you’ll need a diffuser plate)☕ Yields 3 small espresso cups (ideal for 1 person or 2 light drinkers)💦 Requires careful flame control (too high/too low = bitter coffee)

I had a delightful experience enjoying a well-made black coffee.When prepared using the Moka pot with coffee powder that is completely free from chicory, it results in an exceptionally rich and authentic flavor.This is my personal opinion based on the experience.

Works fine