Italian Coffee
For almost every Italian, coffee is not just something you drink, it’s a daily ritual.
Made using a moka pot, this traditional Italian coffee is rich, bold, and full of aroma, with a smooth, velvety layer that forms as it rises, bringing all the flavour together in every sip.
With just water and tablespoons of coffee grounds, the process is simple, but the result is something truly special. The gentle bubbling on the stove, the deep aroma filling the kitchen, and that first intense sip, it’s the kind of coffee that takes you straight to a café in Naples.
Equipment
- Italian coffee percolator (Moka pot/ Bialetti)
- Spoon
- Espresso Cup
Ingredients
- Coffee ground
- Water
Instructions
- Start by adding water to the base of your moka, making sure it sits just below the safety valve. This is important, never cover it.
- Place the filter basket inside and check that no water is pushing through. If it is, simply pour a little out. Then fill the basket completely with ground coffee, levelling it gently with the back of a spoon. No pressing, just smooth it out.
- Close the moka tightly and place it on the stove over low heat. Keep the lid open so you can watch the coffee as it begins to rise, this is one of the best parts.
- As the coffee slowly comes through, you’ll hear a whistling sound. Once it starts to finish, turn off the heat straight away.