The Ultimate Moka Pot Technique (Episode #3)

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  @GianlucaMauro · 4 years ago

  I think in Italy we’re so used to burnt coffee coming out from over-filled moka pots that we end up liking that more than “proper” coffee. To me, overextracted, bitter, burnt coffee is associated to so many memories that has a magic on its own 😅

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• IV

  @Ivan-pc2fg · 4 years ago

  Here it is in text, if someone wants to save it :)<br>Constants:<br>1. Boiling water in the boiler<br>2. Full basket of coffee<br>3. Avoid sputtering phase by cooling down the chamber under cold water<br><br>Variables:<br>1. The lighter the roast, the finer the ground.<br>2. Less filled boiler will brew a bit earlier. Usually, dark roasts -&gt; a bit less water, light roasts -&gt; full boiler<br>3. Preheat the hob/relatively low heat on the gas hob<br>4. As soon as the liquid starts to flow, turn off the heat. For electric hobs, move it to the edge of the hob.<br><br>Troubleshooting:<br>If the sputtering phase starts before you think it&apos;s time (not enough coffee out etc):<br>1. Too fine of a grind <br>2. Too much heat

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• VI

  @vilenius187 · 4 years ago

  I remember the first time getting one these things and going for an extensive test run. 10-14 cups later I had figured out the optimal formula but no longer capable to sleep

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  @1967Twotone · 1 year ago

  I&apos;ve been running my Bialetti like a barbarian!

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• HA

  @HanShotFirst2131 · 4 years ago

  There&apos;s not much more rewarding than that first bit of coffee spilling out of the stem, I get so upset if I walk away and miss it lol

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• LU

  @luisangelsalazaravila9059 · 2 years ago

  You are the David Attenborough of coffee

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• JA

  @Jamiey- · 2 years ago

  Coffee to this guy is what bubbles are to small children...<br><br>I wish anything made me that happy

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• FE

  @Felipezz92 · 1 year ago

  This is what I expect when I click on any guide or review. Masterclass

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• BE

  @BelOrbus · 2 years ago

  Dear James,<br><br>Your video has changed our experience of coffee. My wife and I were struggling to get anything other than a bitter brew from our Bialetti. &nbsp;We were about to give up. We talked desperately about switching to tea. Then, looking for a coffee maker on Amazon, I came across a comment (thanks to the author) urging us to watch your videos. And then it was a revelation! Every morning since, the delicious nectar has perfumed the house and delighted our palates. We follow your protocol to the letter. You&apos;re a benefactor, an enthusiast with an uncommon benevolent pedagogy. Thank you James Hoffman!

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• BB

  @bbuggediffy · 2 years ago

  Because of this video, I started with adding boiling water instead of ice cold water. My mokka coffee came out thick, not bitter and absolutely wonderful. Thanks internet and James!

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• J.

  @j.cordero6965 · 4 years ago

  My dad and I have bonded for the past couple of months over the Moka pot, and trying to get a perfect brew. Can&apos;t wait to try this with him!

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• PA

  @Patty-vn8kn · 11 months ago

  😂 …I thought opening the lid during the brew process was against the law. &nbsp;😂😂😂😂😂

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