Be very careful when handling the Moka pot after you have filled it with hot water. This is because the metal will heat up very fast. [1] X Research source Hot water is usually used in Moka pots because not only does this reduce the amount of time that it takes for the coffee to brew, but it also prevents the grounds from overheating and burning. [2] X Research source
Always grind coffee beans just before you are going to use it. Freshly ground coffee beans make the best coffee. This creates enough coffee grounds for 1 shot of Moka pot coffee. [3] X Research source
Always grind coffee beans just before you are going to use it. Freshly ground coffee beans make the best coffee. This creates enough coffee grounds for 1 shot of Moka pot coffee. [3] X Research source
Don’t tamp the coffee as you level it in the filter basket. This is because if the coffee is too tightly packed, it will be too difficult for the water to travel through. [5] X Research source
Hold the boiler base with a towel if it is too warm to hold while you assemble the Moka pot.
It’s best to remove the Moka pot from the heat as soon as the coffee rises into the upper chamber. This is because the residual heat will continue to brew the coffee once it has been removed from the stovetop. [7] X Research source Adjust the temperature of the stovetop during the brewing process if necessary. If the coffee rises very fast and almost explodes out of the Moka pot, reduce the heat. However, if the coffee only rises in tiny droplets with no consistency, increase the heat. [8] X Research source It can take a few attempts to find the correct heat setting that works for your stovetop and Moka pot.
You can drink Moka pot coffee with sugar if you prefer. [11] X Research source Moka pot coffee can be quite strong, which isn’t to everyone’s liking. To work around this, Moka pot coffee can be diluted with hot water to create an Americano-style coffee. [12] X Research source Don’t drink coffee that has been left in the Moka pot. This is because it will taste burnt or scorched as it will continue to heat up in the chamber.
If you notice an excess of coffee build up, use a dry paper towel to remove this.
