However, what is rounded is the overall shape of the Moka pot, which we loved as it just gives it a different feel and makes it stand out from the majority of others on the market.Īs well, the pouring spout seems to be ever so slightly larger on the Alessi. The knob on the lid is also made from this material, and unlike a lot of the other designs, it is flat rather than prominently rounded, so feels easier to grip. Even though it is shorter than some other models, it was by far the one which got the least hot out of the entire selection – even more so than the ones that listed this as a selling point. With what feels like one of the sturdiest, long lasting Moka pots we have reviewed, this Alessi model has a few standout components.įirst of all the handle material, made from thermoplastic resin. Just remember to read the instructions fully before you start with this machine – the coffee produced is easy to burn, and it is quite strong as well so you may need less powder than you’d think. This does make sense in a way, as smaller pots probably give the coffee more chance to infuse, but is something to bear in mind if the 18 cup design appeals to you the most. However (and it isn’t just this brand which this applies to), the coffee in the smaller-sized pots generally tasted better than that from the larger pots.
In fact, the taste of the coffee definitely rivalled that of machines worth hundreds of pounds. The coffee made tastes great, so if you’re only thinking of getting a moka pot for using when going camping or on holiday, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to hear it is great enough to use every day at home too. The beauty of stovetop moka pots is that you can change the water volumes and amount of coffee easily to suit your own tastes, and we found altering the quantities for just one cup of strong coffee was simple enough. It is suitable for all cooktops bar induction hobs. The ergonomic handle is easy to grip and hold, but you need to use a low heat/flame to ensure it doesn’t get too hot to grasp and possibly melt. Bialetti is the biggest name in the world of stovetop Moka pots, with their founder being the original inventor of the appliances, so they know what they are doing.Įvery one of the seven models in this range is the traditional octagonal design first formulated by Bialetti and is made from aluminium for efficient heat transfer.
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