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Bialetti "Brikka" 4-Cup - Stove Top (NEW VERSION) + FREE COFFEE
£42.50
Visit product page →BUY THE BIALETTI BRIKKA AND WE'LL THROW IN 250G OF RINALDO'S COFFEE (YOU CHOOSE) FOR FREE.
(Note: the Brikka in this video is the previous model)
At the tender age of 18, Rinaldo left the heady metropolis of West Cumbria for university, armed with a tartan suitcase in which, among other things, was his dad's 6-cup Bialetti stove top. Every morning he'd make a full pot and gulp it down using hideous robusta too-finely pre-ground coffee, thinking this was normal behaviour for most strapping lads. Some years later, when the rubber seal melted he threw the away the family heirloom and bought another pot, not realising you could get a replacement for a few quid. Idiot!
How times have changed. Rin, now lovingly roasts only the very finest single origin Arabica coffee and has talked to his pals at Bialetti, to bring to the UK the new Bialetti "Brikka"stove top.
What's so swank about the Brikka? Well, if you're on a budget and like a strong espresso drink this is an ideal solution. The real advantage of this new model, is that unlike other stove tops, the Brikka has a pressure valve that releases when the coffee percolates through, giving a lovely crema. So it's a very simply, inexpensive way to recreate a machine espresso drink at home.
Rin's Tips for the Perfect Stove Top Espresso:
1. Use filtered, cold water
2. Fill to the stamped"H2O" guide in the upper chamber then pour into the lower pot (this gives the exact amount of water required - a nice design improvement by Bialetti) - over or underfilling can produce pressure issues, so stick to the recommended level
3. Use freshly roasted coffee and ideally grind from fresh - this will give you the best chance of a deep crema
4. Don't grind too finely - unfortunately, established brands like pre-ground Lavazza, is too fine. Your grind should have a bit of bite if you runs it in your fingertips - similar to a fine salt texture
5. Fill the basket and level off with a flat finger or a knife. Tap the sides to settle the coffee, get rid of air pockets that can cause "channelling" but DON'T TAMP. Ensure the edges of the basket are clear of grinds
6. Before placing the stove top on the cooker ring, move the pressure valve up and down to ensure it's moving freely
7. Use a high heat if using an electric ring
8. If the pressure valve gets stuck for any reason, have a tablespoon at the ready and gently lift the valve when the crema is ready to be released
(As the instructions recommend, do 3 separate heatings with coffee [BUT DON'T DRINK THE COFFEE] to "season" the pot.
Overall, we think this is great improvement to the world of speciality coffee - a fantastic way to have a strong Arabica morning coffee. We've tried it and we're super impressed. -
Bialetti
Bialetti Moka Espress 2-Cup - Stove Top
£29.99
Visit product page →ORIGINAL BIALETTI: MOKA ESPRESS - 2 CUP - STOVE TOP
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Authentic Bialetti is THE statement in stove tops. The iconic logo with the moustachioed chap in hat pointing tells you it's the genuine article. There are lots of cheap copies on the market, but you get what you pay for. So, if you're on a budget and a like a strong coffee, a Bialetti is a great alternative to an espresso machine for home use.
Safe to use on electric and gas hobs.For use on induction hobs please see our Induction Plate
(NOTE: 2 cup denotes espresso cup-size measure)
At the tender age of 18, Rinaldo left the heady metropolis of West Cumbria for university, armed with a tartan suitcase in which, among other things, was his dad's 6-cup Bialetti stove top. Every morning he'd make a full pot and gulp it down using hideous robusta too-finely pre-ground coffee, thinking this was normal behaviour for most strapping lads. Some years later, when the rubber seal melted he threw the away the family heirloom and bought another pot, not realising you could get a replacement for a few quid. Idiot!
How times have changed. Rin, now lovingly roasts only the very finest single origin Arabica coffee and still enjoys a great stove top coffee, despite being spoiled by a roastery crammed with espresso machines. -
Bialetti
Bialetti Moka Espress 4-Cup - Stove Top
£35.99
Visit product page →BIALETTI: MOKA ESPRESS - 4 CUP - STOVE TOP
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Authentic Bialetti is THE statement in stove tops. The iconic logo with the moustachioed chap in hat pointing tells you it's the genuine article. There are lots of cheap copies on the market, but you get what you pay for. So, if you're on a budget and a like a strong coffee, a Bialetti is a great alternative to an espresso machine for home use.
Safe to use on electric and gas hobs. For use on induction hobs please see our Moka Induction model.(NOTE: 4 cup denotes espresso cup-size measure)
At the tender age of 18, Rinaldo left the heady metropolis of West Cumbria for university, armed with a tartan suitcase in which, among other things, was his dad's 6-cup Bialetti stove top. Every morning he'd make a full pot and gulp it down using hideous robusta too-finely pre-ground coffee, thinking this was normal behaviour for most strapping lads. Some years later, when the rubber seal melted he threw the away the family heirloom and bought another pot, not realising you could get a replacement for a few quid. Idiot!
How times have changed. Rin, now lovingly roasts only the very finest single origin Arabica coffee and still enjoys a great stove top coffee, despite being spoiled by a roastery crammed with espresso machines.
Here's a video we did for the Bialetti Brikka, which is a great model, but unfortunately is now unavailable to us in the UK. -
Bialetti
Bialetti: Induction Plate
£22.50
Visit product page →ORIGINAL BIALETTI INDUCTION PLATE
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Bialetti developed this plate to allow you to use a standard aluminum alloy moka pot on an induction hob. We've found that induction-specific stove tops are problematic with their hobs, causing a pulsing and on/off current when in use. This plate eliminates any issues with eratic brewing performance and means you can still use your stove top as you would over a conventional heat source.
- For the espresso maker from Bialetti with a size of up to 6 cups
- Stainless steel plate
- Handle made of heat-resistant borosilicate
- Diameter: 13 cm
- Length incl. Handle approx. 25.5 cm
Application:
- Place the product on the heat source
- Place the prepared coffee pot on the plate for use
- Turn on the induction plate to a medium strength
- Switch off the induction plate after preparation and remove the coffee pot from the plate
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Bialetti
Bialetti: Moka INDUCTION 3-Cup - Stove Top
£35.99
Visit product page →ORIGINAL BIALETTI: MOKA INDUCTION - 3 CUP - STOVE TOP
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A great addition to the Bialetti range this stove top model has been designed for induction hobs. It has an ergonomic handle in soft touch silicone and incorporates an exclusive and easy-to-clean patented safety inspection valve.
It is safe to use on all other stoves (ceramic, electric and gas).
It looks modern and stylish with a black upper chamber, silicon mid-collar and polished chrome finish to the water chamber. A great addition to the kitchen, the Moka Induction produces a fantastic brew.Bialetti is THE statement in stove tops. The iconic logo with the moustachioed chap in hat pointing tells you it's the genuine article. (There are lots of cheap copies on the market, but you get what you pay for, I guess). So, if you're on a budget and a like a strong coffee, a Bialetti is a great alternative to an espresso machine.
(NOTE: this stove top makes 3 espresso sized measures)
At the tender age of 18, Rinaldo left the heady metropolis of West Cumbria for university, armed with a tartan suitcase in which, among other things, was his dad's 6-cup Bialetti stove top. Every morning he'd make a full pot and gulp it down using hideous robusta too-finely pre-ground coffee, thinking this was normal behaviour for most strapping lads. Some years later, when the rubber seal melted he threw the away the family heirloom and bought another pot, not realising you could get a replacement for a few quid. Idiot!
How times have changed. Rin, now lovingly roasts only the very finest single origin Arabica coffee and still enjoys a great stove top coffee, despite being spoiled by a roastery crammed with espresso machines.
Here's a video we did for the Bialetti Brikka, which is a great model, but unfortunately is now unavailable to us in the UK.
