Moka Pot

The Moka Pot, also known as a stovetop espresso maker, is a classic and iconic coffee brewing device that originated in Italy. While it doesn't technically produce true espresso like an espresso machine, it does create a strong and flavorful coffee concentrate with a rich, intense flavor and a velvety texture.

Here are some of the recommended tips. 

Grind Size: fine, almost similar to espresso fine but coarser. This helps achieve optimal flavor and even extraction.

Coffee to Water Ratio: 1:10 or 1:13, but this can vary based on personal preference.

Step-by-step

Prepare Water: Fill the bottom chamber of the Moka Pot with fresh, cold water up to the safety valve or just below the pressure release valve. Avoid overfilling, as this can lead to uneven extraction and potentially bitter coffee.
Grind Coffee: Grind your coffee beans to a medium-fine consistency, similar to table salt. The grind should be finer than what you would use for drip coffee but coarser than espresso.
Add Coffee: Insert the funnel-shaped filter basket into the bottom chamber of the Moka Pot. Fill the filter basket with coffee grounds, leveling off the grounds with a gentle shake or tap. Avoid compacting the grounds too tightly, as this can impede water flow.
Assemble Moka Pot: Screw the top and bottom chambers of the Moka Pot together securely, ensuring a tight seal. Be careful not to over-tighten, as this can damage the threads.

Heat Moka Pot: Place the assembled Moka Pot on a stovetop burner set to medium heat. Position the handle away from the heat source to prevent it from overheating. As the water in the bottom chamber heats up, steam will build pressure and force hot water through the coffee grounds in the filter basket.
Monitor Brewing: Keep an eye on the Moka Pot as it brews. You'll hear a hissing or gurgling sound as steam pushes the coffee through the upper chamber. Once the coffee starts to flow steadily into the upper chamber, reduce the heat to low to prevent the coffee from boiling and becoming bitter.
Serve: When the upper chamber is filled with coffee, remove the Moka Pot from the heat source and carefully pour the brewed coffee into your cup. The coffee from a Moka Pot is strong and concentrated, so you may want to dilute it with hot water or steamed milk to suit your taste.
Clean Up: Once the Moka Pot has cooled down, disassemble it and rinse the individual parts with warm water. Avoid using soap, as it can leave a residue that affects the flavor of future brews. Dry the Moka Pot thoroughly before storing it to prevent rust.