Stove top Espresso maker

[flphotog]

Can anyone tell me how well Stove top Espresso makers work and if they do, recommend a good one?

 

[Giovanni]

I dont have much experience with them, but when I did use it I really didn't enjoy the process and the taste wasn't as great as I was used to. I`d look towards a pump driven machine instead.

 

[caphesachbstar]

I also want to get one

 

[analogdino]

I dont have much experience with them, but when I did use it I really didn't enjoy the process and the taste wasn't as great as I was used to. I`d look towards a pump driven machine instead.

Not surprised... had one once, dumped it. The water is too hot when it's pushed up the middle spout to brew. Temperature control (below 100 deg C) plus a hydraulic pump is the way to go.
Cheers,
Roger

 

[thCapn]

Assuming you're talking about a moka pot, there is a bit of technique required to get a good cup of coffee.

 

[jeremiahhensley]

I am interested in this topic. You have a lot of experience you have shared with me

 

[analogdino]

Assuming you're talking about a moka pot, there is a bit of technique required to get a good cup of coffee.

Please tell us what this is.
Cheers,
Roger

 

[thCapn]

Here's what I do.

Moka Pot - Stumptown Coffee Roasters

 

[analogdino]

Interesting. Do you know the temperature of the water making that first, rich brew? Is it over 95 deg. Celsius?
Cheers,
Roger

 

[thCapn]

It is just off the boil.

 

[lorsban]

A friend of ours gave us one in Italy. I think it's from Ikea.

I think I like it more than the press because it's easier to brew a good cup and zero grains.

What I do is put water up to the screw thingy, then put finely ground coffee near brim fullness without packing it. Then onto the stove and I take it off once the bubbling sounds subside.

What I like about it is if you don't want espresso, all you need to do is add some hot water.