Primula Classic Stovetop Espresso and Coffee Maker Moka Pot for Italian and Cuban Caf Brewing Greca Coffee Maker

I bought this stove top espresso maker specifically for making South Indian fiiltet coffee decoction and it exceeded my expectations. The decoction flavor comes out strong, rich and perfectly extracted. Much stronger than my regular traditional filter. Cleaning is easy, quality feels solid with evenly heat distribution. Very easy to setup. This pot is absolutely worth it and I use it every day now. Read more

I have switched from a Nespresso to a classic stove-top alternative! Even though my Nespresso is a faster alternative, I genuinely enjoy this little pot for a slow morning! Pros: -Brews rich, strong espresso-style coffee at home -Classic moka pot design feels authentic and timeless -Easy to use once you get the hang of it -Works great on gas and electric stovetops -Compact size, doesn’t take up much space -Much more affordable than an espresso machine -Perfect for Cuban and Italian-style coffee Cons: -Takes a few tries to dial in the grind and heat level -Handle can get warm if left too close to the burner -Not ideal if you want large amounts of coffee at once -Needs hand washing (no dishwasher) Overall: Primula Classic Stovetop Espresso and Coffee Maker is a fantastic option if you love bold, traditional stovetop coffee. It’s simple, affordable, and delivers that strong café-style flavor without the cost or clutter of a machine. A must-have for moka pot lovers. Read more

Nice moka pot, does what it supposed to. If you're not familiar with the moka pot process you may want to watch a few videos first. It's not difficult, but it may take longer than you anticipated and it requires a fair amount of attention. Pretty much all the negative reviews I've seen are a result of the buyer error. Don't put it in the dishwasher, keep it on the edge of the burner so the handle is not over direct heat or use a heat diffusing plate to prevent the handle from melting. Even the higher priced original Italian model suggests this. If it's spraying coffee across the room you've got the heat way too high. Would recommend. Read more

After working as a barista for several months, I quickly discovered that I was addicted to espresso, be that in shots, mochas, or lattes. However, upon seeing the price tag for espresso makers (and for drinks at Starbucks), I realized that I'd have to be creative to get my espresso fix at home. I shopped around for alternatives and I quickly settled on moka pots. Something you don't have to plug in? Something that's cheaper and much less wasteful than a K-Cup maker or a coffee brewer?? Something that does espresso-style coffee (or close to it) that's NOT $1000??? Sold! I resolved to give it a whirl, and looking around, found this maker. I'm confident to say that this was a pretty good buy, especially if one wants to have a moka pot that doesn't break the bank. It's quite reliable and straightforward to wash, though there are a couple of things that do get in the way: - First of all, the size (3 cups) is MERCILESS with handling. It's definitely a little dance to try and get a good grip on the handle after it heats up. I usually wore an oven mitt when I picked this off the stovetop since I was sure I'd burn myself otherwise. - Second, the plastic handle partially melted over the stove when I put it too close to the center, so it's pretty cheap in that regard. The rest of it's solidly built though, and hasn't rusted or anything despite my not cleaning it too often. - Most importantly, though, it's a bit too small! While a lot of that's on me, the other part of it is that the coffeemaker stays too hot to make myself another batch right away, to strengthen any drinks I've made. Another thing that needs to be said, too, is that you've got to be a bit picky with the grind of your coffee as well. A moka pot needs a medium-fine grind - somewhere between regular coffee and espresso. I'd recommend you buy pre-ground coffee at first (Lavazza Qualita Rossa is a great one to start with) and if you're willing to commit, then get a coffee grinder and go nuts! With that all said, I'm likely to try and pick up a better quality one sometime soon that's a bigger size now that I'm a full convert. Still, this is by no means a bad product, especially if you're unsure whether a moka pot's right for you or you have a college student budget. Read more

I really like this. I've been using capsules for my afternoon coffee, but this takes that to another level. Sure its a bit more work than capsules, but the coffee now is a delight. Making the expresso is easy, but doing it correctly is critical. Watch a few YouTube videos, and you will be an expert quickly. The taste is a 9.5 out of ten, but my cappuccino is about 40 cents compared to 6 dollars at about anywhere. And you rarely find a 10 out of ten in most coffee shops. Im using LaLavalla for about 8 bucks a pound, and it's fantastic. Buy a rechargeable mixer for about 10 bucks, and cappuccinos and lattes are easy pezzee. I use a larger coffee cup, heat up the milk in the microwave for about 30 seconds, and froth it in the cup. I'm waitng for a seven dollar metal pitcher to make the frothing easier and less messy (my fault). So 20 bucks for the moca pot, 8 bucks for the coffee, 7 bucks for the pitcher, and 10 bucks for the frother. 45 dollars is the final cost for everything. You'll easily get about 30 cups for the pound of coffee. At 5 bucks a cup, thats 150 dollars or more. So you save at least 100 dollars on the first pound of coffee, and who doesnt like saving over 1200.00 dollars a year. And it's truly satisfying to brew and create a cappuccino at home. Get this now. And its a perfect Christmas gift. Read more

Excellent classic coffee maker for espresso coffee. It is easy to use, has an elegant design and prepares a coffee with a very good aroma and flavor. The materials feel resistant and of good quality. Ideal for those who enjoy traditional coffee at home. Highly recommended. Read more