How to use the Bialetti Brikka Moka Pot Espresso Coffee

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Learn how to use the Brikka Moka Pot to create delicious espresso coffee.
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Bring espresso drinks to your home without the fuss of a complicated espresso machine with the Bialetti Brikka Moka Pot. This stovetop espresso maker requires only coffee, water, and a hot surface to brew delicious espresso. Steam some milk and you can make yourself a latte or flat white.
The Bialetti Brikka’s patented dual valve system regulates water pressure to ensure that the coffee is rich in flavour, but not overpowering or weak. An open hole designed into the lid allows air to swirl above the brewing coffee to form velvety cream. This cream is the result of coffee oils trapping air and is the mark of quality espresso.
The 2 Cup Brikka has a boiler capacity of 100 ml and brews up to 60 ml of espresso. The 4 Cup Brikka has a 200 ml boiler and can brew closer to 140 ml of espresso. Pick the size that’s right for you. With either size, the whole process takes less than five minutes.
The aluminum alloy espresso maker is durable and beautiful. The acrylic handle and lid knob are easy to handle, even when the device is very hot. We suggest cleaning with warm water and soap, but advise against the dishwasher or using steel wool.
The Bialetti Brikka is an all aluminium stovetop espresso maker, or you may refer to it as a Stovetop Percolator with one difference It has an additional
weight to the top of the brewing spout that increases the pressure whilst brewing capable of making a crema like foam that sits on the top of your espresso
The Brikka Moka Pot is a great brewer to make a strong coffee that's full of crema
Brikka Moka Pots are compatible with Gas, electrical.
They come in a two cup & four cup size.First weight out and grind your beans..Today I’m using the Welhome Grinder and I’ll use the filter Basket to measure out my beans you’ll never get it wrong this way ..but in weighing your coffee the basket holds approximately 40grams.
You want to grind your coffee to a fine grind. Nothing too coarse But not as fine espresso either.Place the grounds in the basket and I’ll flatten down the
grinds gently with a back of a spoon to create a smooth surface.
Next fill up the top chamberWith warm water to just cover the water gauge
And decant that in to the Bottom water vessel.
It’s important notTo just fill this Bottom vessel up to the pressure gauge as you Would with other Moka Pots As this will be too much water for the Brikka and effect the End result.
It’s best to use heated water to fill the vessel as this will speed up the whole brew time though and make your coffee less bitter.
Place the filter basket on top Ensuring now the surface around the rim is free of any grounds we want it to make a nice seal when we Connect the water vessel to To the brew chamber.
Next place it on the stove Ideally on a medium heat As this will allow the Water to slowly brew Up and through the coffee.
It will start off slow and speed up at the end and you’ll know when it is done
as the water will begin spurting out, It should take a total time of 4 mins
or so to finish brewing you don’t want to leave it on the stoveFor too long after that So Turn off your heat and pour out your coffee into your cups.
I enjoy my coffee straight black but Of Course they are the perfect coffee to add some milk for a delicious flat white.
In cleaning the unit, wait for it to cool down , And you can rinse it under cold water To speed this process up. Once it is cool, Unscrew the top, remove the filter basket and Tap out the grinds - so long as everything is cold,
I find blowing on the end of the funnel gets the grinds out very easily., rinse everything under the water and it’s really important to keep everything Completely dry if you want to avoid any oxidation of the aluminium or build up of burnt coffee. Storing the top seperate to the Bottom will protect the Seal for longer
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@cmptuomp3 4 жыл бұрын

I've been using a Brikka 4 for a few years, and I can recommend less coffee - around 24-28 grams - never tamp it, if it overflows the basket just discard or keep to use later. If it's too bitter and has sediment left - grind coarser, if it's too sour and thin - grind finer. A bit less water also makes the coffee a bit more espresso-like.

@olgag9901 3 жыл бұрын

I just got one and your comment is really helpful, thanx. my first try turned out a bit sour

@kuwy86 3 жыл бұрын

I just get new brikka 4 cup, using 27g beans 200ml water, found out abit sour and bitter

@sO_RoNerY 2 ай бұрын

70-100 ml is enough for one person. For two people, perhaps Bialetti’s recommendation.

@VicTaurie 4 жыл бұрын

I got mine now for a while and I enjoy making coffee every single time! Just love the Brikka. Also a very good informative video! Thanks!

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice! thanks so much

@lachlansinclair8671 2 жыл бұрын

The Brikka is a absolute marvel! I haven't been to a cafe since I have got the brew technique right. It has saved me an absolute fortune. I discovered to no tamp the grounds, just overfill the basket and flatten with a knife, no need to pre boil water either. I only have been using the package pre grounded supermarket coffee and have been getting more crema than in video. That's how the Italians buy their coffee! But I'm very happy with the Brikka and see no need in buying a coffee machine!

@crosca82 4 жыл бұрын

Your technique used for emptying the basket and cleaning the cafetiere is quite unique, I've never seen it before.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much? 😂

@KittenLord69 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this review. Also, that burner is so cute! I definately want one. Thank you

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@00sooter Жыл бұрын

What is that burner

@amwpdns Жыл бұрын

Clear, easy to follow instructions. Thanks.

@AlternativeBrewing Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@davecarnovale5768 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a 20 year Brikka user of both the 2 and 4 cup units. I can pass on these tips: use slightly less water than the line indicated. Cold filtered water is best. Never fill the group up to the top with grounds, and never tamp it down, just shake it a little to level it. Use a grind size slightly coarser than one you'd use in a big espresso machine. This result is a lot more crema than what's shown in this video.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! Great INFO!

@marceloscapuccin5220 3 жыл бұрын

Please, How to avoid leaking problems? I'm very bothered with it.

@chriskyriacou862 2 жыл бұрын

One improvement to your great recipe Dave - try pre boiled water as opposed to cold water! 🙂

@danielurban83 2 жыл бұрын

What size to grind the coffe?

@photina78 11 ай бұрын

Bialetti replied to my email that the official correct grind for Moka pots is medium-fine. Most espressos are too fine, but the espressos sold in Italian grocery stores are ground medium-fine for the Moka: illy, Lavazza, Kimbo, Bialetti Perfetto Moka, etc.

@channelsixtysix066 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Joshua, I always use my Moka and Brikka pots with a heat/flame diffuser. It both protects the pots from direct flame and protects the coffee grounds from burning. The diffuser prevents the mistake of allowing flame to lick up the sides of the pot. After rinsing out the pot and drying with the towel, I then heat up the diffuser, turn off the heat and place the boiler and pot on the hot diffuser, it dries out any residual moisture that might be left. I'm hoping this means less scaling in the long run. So far, I have not experienced any bitter coffee by using a diffuser.

@hewhosenameshallnotbenamed1413 2 жыл бұрын

I love how he is so high on caffeine that the video feels like it’s been sped up 😂😂😂

@victoriaperez217 3 жыл бұрын

Love the video. Thanks

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@dscoleri 3 жыл бұрын

Bialetti actually recommends using cold water and not tamping down in order to get the crema...

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, Cold water. I make mistake - get too much water inside - no crema and weak espresso

@arturog7858 Жыл бұрын

thanks for the video i just bought one

@AlternativeBrewing Жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@AntiHamster500 4 жыл бұрын

1:33 - 2:20 Bialetti recommends users avoid using the handle for leverage. I personally use the handle for screwing/unscrewing however I'll hold the main body to tighten/loosen.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Benson - you're right! I've just always done it :) you should not use the handle to hold on to to tighten the body to the top.

@ImpureForce 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I used to work in an Italian coffee shop selling Bialetti and that was one of the most important things I'd stress to customers.

@Fatepathfinder 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing This is the thing I learnt from my own mistakes - now I have the pot and the handle living apart and had to buy another espresso maker: this time the Brikka of Bialetti.

@giancarlosoppelsa3851 4 жыл бұрын

This is not how to make coffee in the Brikka. In fact, this method defeats the entire purpose of the machine: the use of a steam valve to create a thick and persistent crema. To obtain, no need to go by anything other than the instructions on the box: 1) use cold water and measure it with the marker in the upper chamber, 2) use a stovetop espresso grind (just slightly coarser than a forced water espresso machine grind), 3) fill the basket with ground coffee, BUT DO NOT COMPRESS - doing so yields the coffee as seen in this video (i.e. brews too long, tastes burnt, and no crema), 4) as soon as the the lovely foamy coffee floods out of the spout, turn heat off and pour into your cup. By following the proper method, a few drops of coffee will come out early, which is completely fine, and will allow the valve to re-seal. The final burst will come in one shot. The above method also makes troubleshooting simple: the only variable is coffee grind and quantity. You'll find your proper settings in no time.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

1. Using cold water will be a slower brew time no? 2. What if it does not come out in one spurt? then what happens? I find directions on the box ( in general terms) sometimes to be out of date or misleading to how the end user actually uses the products. That being said - you'll certainly make a coffee from the Brikka either way - so all you're saying in the above paragraph is not to compress the coffee? I think a 4 min brew time isn't too absurd to imagine - nor using espresso ground coffee - which for most instances is still far coarser than actual machine espresso grind.. as Espresso Grinders are a far greater expense than grinders unable to achieve an espresso grind are - and hence those who have Moka Pots are more than likely to be using a filter grinder and manual grinder than they are an expensive espresso grinder - or in fact juts pre-ground coffee which reacts like a coarse grind otherwise...

@giancarlosoppelsa3851 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing I think most people can find preground for the purposes of stovetop espresso machines (pretty much any vacuum sealed, small rectangular pack with Italian branding). I doubt Bialetti ever contemplated anyone using anything coarser. I'm not sure about the cold water but it's recommended by the manufacturer and it works - but I believe that's a less significant variable to grind and not packing it in. Try it out and let me know if you get that nice eruption of crema. I guarantee it will taste better too.

@jamiedevlin1389 4 жыл бұрын

Giancarlo Soppelsa I just received mine today and have used it twice. 1st try I used hot water, a slightly course grind and wiggled the valve half way through. The crema came initially but dissipated fast and there was none left when poured (as in the video here). Second try I used a finer grind, cold water and didn’t wiggle the valve. The second go was perfect. Nice persistent cremaz

@Silvener199 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing The point is, adding hot water results in a loss of pressure that would be built up by heating the cold water. By adding hot water and lifting the pressure cap you're essentially making normal coffee.

@maryluzflorez82 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Brikka is not a moka pot, has a slightly difference, a pressure valve. Hot water doesn’t let it build the pressure it is designed to. I have both the traditional Moka and the Brikka. Traditional Moka works fine with your advise, the brikka does give you best results with cold water.

@photina78 11 ай бұрын

Bialetti said, "The official correct grind for the Moka pot is medium-fine."

@gosman949 4 жыл бұрын

Can't find here in the States on Amazon? Where in US to buy?

@klaravass9180 2 жыл бұрын

I’d like to know how to replace the fuse in case overheating if it should be fixed?

@timdangerfield5707 Жыл бұрын

I have had so many problems with this mokka pot design. I have used a Bialetti Venus for years with no problems, but this one constantly gets clogged or overflows. I have had the safety valve go off and coffee come out of the top onto the stove. I use the same grind as my other pot but I have to disassemble this with pliers every few times to clean it out fully, it's a bad design and I regret buying it.

@nurgeppetto-san 3 жыл бұрын

what is that stove brand.?

@Aco747lyte 4 жыл бұрын

What is that neat little mini gas stove called, please? Looks perfect for my needs. ETA, clean the funnel inside the top part of the maker to remove any oils from the brewing process. Because after many uses that funnel becomes coated with bitter coffee oil. I use a twisted kitchen cloth to push up into the funnel and turning. That removes the oil slick. Many forget to do this when they clean their stovetop percolator.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

thank you. both the burner and the stand can be found at these links Burner 👉 alternativebrewing.com.au/product/elegance-micro-burner-rekrow/ Stand 👉 alternativebrewing.com.au/product/bellman-burner-stand/

@vanuttioficial 4 жыл бұрын

Onde comprar no Brasil 🇧🇷?

@AbuOmar1974 3 жыл бұрын

I've tried it the result about 6 to 7.5 of 10 not espersso exactly but fine

@VicTaurie 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the public announcement on the new Brikka! I just got my new Brikka, and the cleaning of the new pressure valve might not be so easy as the previous one :( Is there by any chance a new video coming soon on this new model? Many thanks for the info and great video

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Yes it will, but there is a period of change over where there is still the previous version being sold

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

❗ PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT ❗ As of July 2020 - The Brikka Moka Pots have been updated in size and design They no longer have the Weighted Valve inside but use a Pressure Valve seated in the Spout that creates Liquid Lamination resulting in a thicker crema with less visible bubbles on the surface. It also increases the temperature of the water from 65ºc to 70ºc/ Size Changes - 2 Cup - Water Vessel changes from 70ml 👉 90ml 4 Cup - Water Vessel changes from 130ml 👉 150ml NB: THERE ARE STILL WEIGHTED BRIKKA POTS IN CIRCULATION. THERE WILL BE FOR SOME TIME. BOTH MODELS MAYBE STOCKED AND THEN AFTER A CERTAIN POINT IN TIME ONLY THE NEW MODEL WILL BE AVAILABLE.

@Ja22i 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, Any reason why you suddenly today changed your ad from the new "patented dual valve system" back to the older version? Is the new system no longer available?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

@@Ja22i It had to be amended as there are still the Weighted Brikka Pots available. We have received shipments of both kinds, but the newer style is still very limited in stock, and we sold out of these unaware .. until all the weighted Brikka's are out of stock, please assume this is the one available. As soon as we are able to confirm no more Weighed Brikka's can be purchased - we'll be updating this video to represent the new model.

@MOARMETALS 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing is the new version back in stock?

@photina78 11 ай бұрын

I have a 2 cup New Brikka. The enclosed instructions say to use 120ml in the 2 cup Brikka, or 170ml in the 4 cup Brikka. It works perfectly as long as Bialetti instructions are followed to the letter with medium-fine ground espresso: illy, Lavazza, Kimbo, Bialetti, Perfetto Moka, etc.

@gregvlant3752 4 жыл бұрын

Hi there. What’s that brand of that stove that you are using? Looks awesome. Thanks

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

hi there! the burner is the alternativebrewing.com.au/product/elegance-micro-burner-rekrow/

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

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@gregvlant3752 4 жыл бұрын

Alternative Brewing awesome. Thanks for tgat

@scottmc5965 2 жыл бұрын

@alternative brewing Are you looking at doing a revised video for the 2020 Brikka without the weight on the valve? I have the 2020 Brikka 2 cup and it says use 120ml for the brew to 15g ground coffee is this right? I have tried the filling of the basket with ground coffee method and this is around 21 grams per brew. Using the same burner set up as in the video I have tried both cold filtered water and the hot water method and apart from brew time results seem similar. Is there anyway to generate some more crema? The coffee is good but in a few other videos I see more crema than when I have been using my unit. Also looking to experiment with some different coffee roasts to see if this improves the crema achievable with the Brikka

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Yes 100% we will. We currently do not have stese stocked in Australia yet - so we will begin to promote the new version as soon as we can begin selling them 😀

@maybethistimenow 3 жыл бұрын

Do you recommend taking out the bottom filter and gasket for cleaning every time you use it? It certainly gets 'dirty'.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely - maybe not every time - but you can ceratinly give that area a good rinse with hot water, this should remove any oils and git from building up. Removing it to clean fully every so often.

@sergioregano2960 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video and I just bought one however a little confused as the model I bought is a 2 cup as per the box says but it requires twice as much coffee to be put into the funnel filter as my original stovetop Bialetti for 2 cups.

@AlternativeBrewing 7 ай бұрын

That is correct - the Brikka is designed a little different in that the coffee to water ratio is a lot lower - bringing the stovetop espresso it makes higher ibn concentration and strength. So you should notice it'll make a stronger brew 👌

@dimitarkaramitev2238 3 жыл бұрын

Could you share info as regards the country of origin? Is it manufactured in Italy? Thanks for the informative video!

@Danny87R 3 жыл бұрын

Bialetti products all seem to be manufactured in Italy.

@masterjie 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the crystal video. May i know what the different between Moka pot and Brikka moka pot?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, the Brikka Moka brews at a higher pressure. It uses a pressure valve that build up more pressure than normally found in Moka Pots. The higher pressure creates a higher temperature whilst brewing too, and the end result is a espresso-like coffee that's much stronger and more viscous than any regular Moka Pot 😀

@masterjie 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks a lot. Much appreciated. Need to have one and i must to choose either one.

@andikaarjuna3586 3 жыл бұрын

HI! Ive been loving your videos man! Quick question. How do you clean the moka pot? especially on the pressure cap coz i think dried coffee might accumulate there :((

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much! So, coffee is very soluble to hot water. For a simple quick clean of the Brikka - I would fill the water chamber and don't add any coffee - place it on the stove on a medium heat and let it boil up through - repeat this once or twice - give everything a good wipe with a cloth inside and it should remove any stains or coffee that's dried on there. Further to this a deeper clean - Soak the whole moka pot in a vinegar solution. Use 50% vinegar and 50% warm water. Soak for about 30 minutes and then give it a good wipe down this should be a clean for every couple of months to bring it back to shiny 👌

@fetteameise 3 жыл бұрын

Does the new Brikka have the broad crema valve like in the video? The new Brikkas I found on Amazon don't seem to have this bold head, only this kind of... rod like in the mokka express model.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Yes this is a new Brikka model that's slowly being released. .. they haven't quite made it to Australia yet.. but it is an improved design on the weighted top - and uses a pressure valve instead - higher more consistent pressure for better temp control as well.

@Victoria-bl4tw Жыл бұрын

I’ve ordered twice. The first was returned because of a manufacturing defect as well as a black oily substance inside the lower chamber. I ordered again from a different company.and once again the chamber had a black oily substance. I spoke to the company and a tech was consulted who said it was an oil to protect the finish. I find it strange that this wasn’t mentioned in the pamphlet. I washed it out well to eliminate every trace.yet made me feel uncomfortable not knowing exactly what it iwas. Has anyone had this experience?

@lvenegasp 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Question, what is the name/spec of the cup used in minute 1:06 ? It is perfect to avoid my daily small disaster ...

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

alternativebrewing.com.au/product/rhino-coffee-gear-dosing-cup/ 👍 makes a huge difference getting the grinds in there !

@lvenegasp 4 жыл бұрын

Alternative Brewing Many thanks for your answer

@ishantsingh3366 2 жыл бұрын

How would you describe the difference in taste and flavor of a cappuccino made with the brikka vs made from a regular espresso shot from a typical espresso machine ?

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Great question - the biggest difference is the texture of the espresso. Much more watery in the Moka pot espresso, and you need slightly more volume of coffee from the Moka Pot (50-60ml) versus that of Espresso (30-40ml) to make the same size and strength beverage. This difference in texture of the espresso brewed does affect the creaminess and flavour of the Cappuccino. Where the is less of it in the Moka Pot coffee than that of the Espresso coffee.

@Paulo-fg7yq 4 жыл бұрын

Hi, thanks for the video! I wasn't aware of some of the steps mentioned here. However, I have a question. I just got a new Brikka. During the whole heating and brewing process, I noticed a few water drops constantly leaking from the middle section, where we screw the pot to the water tank. This has been happening since the first time I made coffee in it. It seems that I screw the pot to the water tank tight enough, I don't think the issue would be because it's loose. Is there a way to avoid this issue? Does it indicate that the Brikka is defective? By the way, it only leaks from one area during the whole process.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

hi there, I would recommend removing the seal and giving it a good clean and wipe down. Ensure when you do screw the top and bottom together - that there is no grinds on the seal... try twisting it a little harder than usual too, but if it persist, we can replace the seal under the 12 warranty no worries. - otherwise can purchase further seals which is recommended periodically.

@Paulo-fg7yq 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thank you so much for the answer! I'll try cleaning the rubber gasket. I noticed that it is very loose too and very easy to remove. This seemed odd, but I'm assuming it is normal because I didn't find a place to hold the rubber tight right over the filter plate. I have just one more question. I also noticed that the boiler has black spots on the bottom and on the lower half of the boiler walls. They don't come off with water or with a soft kitchen sponge. I don't know if it came this way out of the box or if I did something wrong in my first attempts. Is there a way to fix it? It doesn't look safe, so I'm not using the pot for now. By the way, out of the box, the pot was very dirty, filled with dust and aluminum powder. It seemed unsanitary to simply wash the pot with water. So, to avoid dust and aluminum residues, I cleaned the pot with coconut soap. To be safe, I may have done it twice, since it's how I handle any new kitchen utensils. I don't know if this could be connect to the black spots on the boiler.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

The metal, aluminium, actually oxidises easily, the same type of reaction that causes iron to rust. However, unlike flakey iron oxide, the product of this reaction, aluminium oxide, sticks to the original metal, shielding it from further decay. this is the little black spot you are seeing. These are food safe and do not pose a health risk. I have them on my pot at home too. Theres no real way to avoid them, but you can limit it by gently cleaning and drying out your unit every-time you use it.

@Paulo-fg7yq 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thank you so much! Tomorrow morning I'll finally drink my first coffee made on the Brikka! : )

@crosca82 4 жыл бұрын

This is a common thing with all Bialetti coffee pots not only with yours. I recommend you to screw it as tight as you can but avoid to use the handle in the process because it can break. Just keep the pot on a flat surface (table). If you are right handed, hold the bottom part of the pot firmly in place with your left hand and with your right hand grasp the top of the pot (where the lid is) and tighten it as hard as you can, don't worry you're not going to damage anything. Once tighten this way, it should be properly sealed and there shouldn't be any leaks during the brewing process.

@LionmaneElsie08 4 жыл бұрын

We got ours today, and it just came out the sides and went all over the stove. Is this because our cooker top (hob) is too large? We put it on the smallest one, and I used to have a different kind of coffee maker like this, and that went on the small hobs just fine 🤷‍♀️

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

just make sure you follow the water requirements by using the water gauge in the top vessel - so fill it to the line with cold water in the top then transfer that to the bottom vessel and this way you'll never over-fill the Brikka. Don't worry I've done this too 😂 It's not your regular "fill to the pressure valve inside" Moka Pot

@youtubeaccount8367 4 жыл бұрын

You mentioned the 4-cup Brikka holds about 33 grams of coffee in the basket. Did you measure how much coffee the 2-cup Brikka holds? I am debating whether to get the 2-cup or 4-cup. Thanks!

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Yeah the 2-cup is around 22g in total.

@ThomasBrown-rb4gu 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Unless you're tamping it's 15g for the 2 cup. There is zero chance of getting 22g of coffee in the 2cup basket without some degree of tamping (which is unnecessary for the brikka).

@infinity95ua 4 жыл бұрын

@@ThomasBrown-rb4gu My 2-cup Brikka holds around 21g of a coffee, grounded slightly finer than for v60, without any tampering. To be honest, I was surprised how it much bigger than 2-cup Moka Express.

@mcpulya6890710 3 жыл бұрын

What water temperature should I use for the brikka? Boiling or less hot?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

either hto or cold water it works well both ways. Try both methods and see which one you prefer 👍

@IshJasat 3 жыл бұрын

Hi. Can someone please advise me if I should get a 2 cup or a 4 cup? I am only the coffee drinker at home, however, I like to drink tall cups! My question is whether the 2 cup will suffice if I’m making a tall drink? I do have milk but not too much either! Thank you

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Get the 4 cup 👌 It will give the amount of coffee you want. the Two cup brews very little and would be more suitable for straight espresso dirnkers

@umcsk8 4 жыл бұрын

This is probably a silly question, but would that grind not be too fine, and escape through the perforated funnel?

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

no - and I'll be honest - I'm constantly surprised by there never being any grounds in the coffee.. much like actual espresso machines too though - they use metal filters and a fine grind - you may occasionally find grinds - but so long as you keep things nice and clean - it's usually grinds-free 👍

@davidide1525 2 жыл бұрын

I have the 2 cup Brikka and it doesn’t have the weighted piece in the center, just holes on both sides of the post. Am I missing a part ? Enjoyed your video and the presentation !

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! So there are two versions of the Brikka out there now. The original Brikka (weighted) and the modern Brikka - that uses a pressure valve. Both do the same thing - but the newer version is meant to be better at it.

@davidide1525 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing thanks, I guess I have the new one :)

@sallymiles3441 2 жыл бұрын

Advice on which size to buy. Its for two of us. Is the two cup big enough

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sally , no, go the 4 cup 👍

@OASaldeno Жыл бұрын

Where can I buy this new Bialetti Brikka here in the Dallas , Tx area ??

@AlternativeBrewing Жыл бұрын

Hi Octavio, Thanks for your question. apologies - unfortunately I'm not sure! We ship internationally - but I'm sure a local distributor could help you out 👌

@BethDodd 3 ай бұрын

I have the Bialetti La Cremona Sul Caffe, have had it a number of years. My question is - Can I purchase a new seal for the filter basket. There are signs of perishing and it occasionally leaks. Thank you, Beth

@AlternativeBrewing 3 ай бұрын

Measure the seal - diameter and thickness and refer to our page to see if any fit the seal you have 👍 alternativebrewing.com.au/products/bialetti-replacement-seal-filter

@harnevoza1 3 жыл бұрын

Can l make only one cop or is it only for making two cups? Can l use half of the amount of coffee in the Makineta?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Yes yes and yes 😀

@davidcordatos-marcotte8144 Жыл бұрын

I have been tapping my grounds in the basket. I have been using the countertop to tap it. They say do not tamp...compress. The grounds do respond to tapping on the kitchen counter. What do you think? I also thought a medium roast had a lovely scent...it did not taste as as good as a darker roast to me personally.

@AlternativeBrewing Жыл бұрын

Great tips! I'll have to try. Tapping with for sure help settle the grounds 👌

@MissPersia8 3 жыл бұрын

Can I use Lavazza coffee with this? Or do I need to get coffee beans and grind them myself to get the crema? Thanks

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Yes, absolutely you can use pre-ground coffee 👌

@MissPersia8 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thank you 😊

@donaldsammut176 Жыл бұрын

I have received a new Brick Moka espresso Pot. Should the lid have a perspex or glass insert or should it be an open hole?

@AlternativeBrewing Жыл бұрын

Open hole 👌

@2009lucky005 3 жыл бұрын

Hello.What about black colour from water container. How strng is in time ?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry I do not understand the question exactly > are you asking how strong the coffee is after it's brewed?

@2009lucky005 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing The water container is black painted. Will that paint disappear in time?

@mcpulya6890710 3 жыл бұрын

Whuch brikka should I buy the new version or the oldest one? In terms of flavour, crema etc

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

I actually haven't used the new Brikka yet ! Waiting patiently - It is expected to perform better than the original weighted Brikka.

@amosfitz 3 жыл бұрын

The newer version. The newer one is easier to clean because you don’t have to worry about the cap on the inside from the older one. The crema is better on the new but both perform pretty much the same.

@Cyb3r-Monk 4 жыл бұрын

can I make 2 cups of espresso with Bialetti 4cup? Does it affect the brewing in terms of the pressure, etc? Or do I have to use 2cup model?

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

1 cup of espresso equals about 40ml of liquid- which is generally enough for one cup of coffee with water or milk added to it. If you prefer you coffee stringer the you will use more of the liquid - so perhaps the 4 cup is a good choice for two people 👌

@Cyb3r-Monk 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing does filling half of the funnel with coffee affect the taste? That's what I wanted to ask.

@Danny87R 3 жыл бұрын

The Bialetti manuals and online info I've seen all say you cant half fill a moka pot, you have to buy different sizes if you're going to be brewing varying amounts at different times.

@gabor222 3 жыл бұрын

There was a similar design by the hungarian company called Szarvasi. They used to put the weight inside the steam tube and not on the top. In that design they had switchable different sized coffee holder part allowing to switch between two and four cup dosage. I don’t know if this option exists at Bialetti. Unfortunatelly despite their award-winning beautiful design that product did not have constant good quality so I would not recommend it instead of the Bialetti.

@13strong 2 жыл бұрын

I got a great coffee from my new Brikka 4 cup on first try this morning, but now I can't get any coffee out of it at all and it just heats until the base pressure valve starts whistling. Any tips?

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Oh no! Try brewing without any coffee and see if the water comes up through the top. .. if it does , than do a brew with about 3/4 full of coffee and go from there ... it may have just been too much coffee, or the grind was too fine that 2nd time. But running a hot water brew (no coffee) can unblock something - if that's the problem

@13strong 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks! I tried with just water, and nothing came through, so I opened it up and it looked like the rubber pressure valve had got sort of smooshed. I took it apart, put everything back together, and now it's working fine again :) Thanks for responding!

@khaleddraa7201 3 жыл бұрын

i have a 4 cup for two months now, all was good in the begining bot now the coffee is comin out seperatly and with no cream an im finding coffee in the bottom water chamber!

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

It's possible it may be clogged? - try just running hot water ( no coffee) through the brewer once or twice and see if it unblocks anything. A thorough clean of the filter or the weight on tops spout can have a significant effect on the pressure and brewing

@SpartanCyp 3 жыл бұрын

I need help please someone. I ordered a brikka moka pot I wanted to order this one with the valve on top but I received another one without a big valve on top instead it was a small valve. Is this the new model or this missing the valve.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there, where did you order this from?

@JLaskles 2 жыл бұрын

I thought it is reccomend to use cold filtered water. Also is the valve supposed to be screwed as tight as possible? I unscrew and clean it as well and put back together and make sure it is able to move easily up and down. It has been making beautiful coffee but only on occasion will it make a decent fake crema or whatever Bialleti want to call it.

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, truthfully, either cold or hot water can be used. Hot water will speed the process up - but cold filtered water is preferred for a slower more steady brew - it's just a little time consuming too

@JLaskles 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Thanks, I have been tinkering for a couple weeks now and it definitely makes a tasty coffee but that "Crema" is really tricky. It comes up nice and slow but as soon as I pour it out it evaporates.

@jessl4945 4 жыл бұрын

Question: I have just bought one, and tried using it 3 times now, and all 3 times the coffee doesnt bubble up slowly, it explodes in one massive volcano, over flowing / blowing out of the top hole and making a mess everywhere! Any tips? Perhaps the weight on the top of the filter is faulty?

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

add less water to the bottom of the unit - and if you can - don't grind too fine nor tamp the coffee down.

@spencerrobinson1009 2 жыл бұрын

In addition to above, use medium or less on the heat!

@dibyapranata 2 жыл бұрын

Any tips on making 1 cup of espresso on 4 cup brikka?

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

It'll be a strong cup! Don't use any less than half the basket of coffee ... but you can always add less and less water to the chamber - so try half full for both and see how you go 👍

@JasonKatsanis 3 жыл бұрын

I just purchased one of these Bialetti Brikka pots, but it doesn't have the weighted top. Have they changed the design?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

It may not have been a Brikka. If you remove the Brikka weight it has just one hole on top of the opening. All other Bialetti Moka Pots have two opening, going out either side. You may have received a Bialetti Moka Express, rather than a Brikka with no weight ?? Let me know!?

@JasonKatsanis 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing It is indeed a Brikka, and it makes the most wonderful crema! But it's unlike one I have ever seen before: it must me a brand new design. Hang on, and I'll post a video I made.

@JasonKatsanis 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing argh! I can't figure out how to download the video from FB. Are you on FB? If so, I can tag you ...

@fionaknight5667 3 жыл бұрын

Help!!.... I've tried using my new Brika pot a few times with disasters each time. Twice it has boiled and erupted out of the top reaching my exhaust fan. Have tried numerous small amendments though still not getting it right. How tight do you need to screw the two pieces in the middle chamber together, the part where the coffee comes out?...I am yet to get any Crema 🤦🤦

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Fiona, sound like you have the coffee ground too fine or the heat on too hot! . If it is erupting than the water is building up too much pressure. This will only happen with a coffee ground too fine.. if it is too fine AND you cannot grind any coarser, than perhaps try adding half a basket of coffee first and see how that brews. Next, keep it on a medium to low heat ... nothing too hot!

@itarenawaty2012 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Hi btw, can i use any brands from ground roast coffee bean

@bryanemerytotheworld7243 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Why doesn't my Brikka have the top valve that makes the crema? Do I need to buy that?

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, there are new Brikka's that do not have this - they use an internal pressure valve instead.

@bryanemerytotheworld7243 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing So nice of you to answer, Thank you! I do not get crema at all. Any tips/suggestions?

@MattTench 3 жыл бұрын

So I came here because I couldn't get the crema, but it looks like I don't have the weighted part in the box! I bought the 'new brikka' version, did they change something?

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

they did update it! There's no more weight in it, but a pressure valve that increase the consistency of the pressure achieved. 👉 I think it's time to update the video 👌

@MattTench 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Looking forward to seeing your video! Sure I will learn something.

@grimekitty3381 4 жыл бұрын

They should make a steel version. I don't like using Aluminium for health reasons

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

Great idea! 👍 I totally agree. I surprised they haven't moved completely over to stainless steel. It would make more sense.

@kj-marslander 3 жыл бұрын

Aluminum oxidation in moka pots isn't harmful.

@drewwagner4802 2 жыл бұрын

what about the newer version that's out, do a comparison

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

On its way!

@flameout12345 3 жыл бұрын

that blowing part should come with a disclaimer.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

too true! I hope you do wait for it to cool down before doing that. You'd know if it were too hot from removing it and touching it 👌

@fionaklijnsma6986 9 ай бұрын

Mine didn't come with that top valve

@AlternativeBrewing 9 ай бұрын

that's ok 👌 It's a new design that does require this weight anymore 😀

@ErisTyler 2 ай бұрын

I'm glad I read comment, because I was about to send my bialetti back because it's missing the valve.

@paulusmaximus8284 6 ай бұрын

Is there an electric alternative?

@AlternativeBrewing 6 ай бұрын

there are yes, not of the Brika but other brands do one.

@rubenkristianto6106 2 жыл бұрын

Why my new brikka doesn’t have that ‘flat hat’ spout ?

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, there is a new Bialetti Brikka available in some regions - it's been updated from the weighted version - In Australia we still have many of the weighted Brikka available .. but eventually all will be the new version which is a pressurised spout with a consistent pressure achievable

@joselarroza9123 3 жыл бұрын

Well i brought this one and every time i made coffe it exploit boiling haha

@Avidcomp 3 жыл бұрын

I would add, don't hold the handle when unscrewing it. The plastic handle is not that strong and the pin is a nuisance to remove and replace with a replacement handle.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

great tip! Thank you

@matomajor5124 4 жыл бұрын

2:28 I thought I am the only one who cleans filter this way.

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

🙏 😂 it's a no-brainer! For ages I was tamping and banging and scrapping and running it under water - but then one day I just blew it out the end ⛅

@kj-marslander 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Pour water on it and it all falls out.

@ArifUK 3 жыл бұрын

My original brikka still does a good job with sufficient crema. You're not packing the basket enough.

@chenghongyu626 4 жыл бұрын

Not much foam or cream.....

@dm9022 2 жыл бұрын

MY BRIKKA DIDNT COME WITH THE WEIGHT ??? WTH ??? I SPECIFICALLY PURCHASED THIS POT FOR THAT FEATURE ... :/

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, so sorry, there are current Brikkas out there that have a new pressure gauge - that is in-built to the brewer. This is the older style Brikka.

@engmcr1128 3 жыл бұрын

Didnt see any crema on that Coffee.

@tavta 3 жыл бұрын

Where's the crema :D

@duaneafields 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. But right when I hear AL YOU MINI UMM for aluminum, its a quick ass thumbs down.

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

hahaha potato tomato 👌

@rjd1985 3 жыл бұрын

Josh has either drunk way too much coffee before filming this, or desperately needs to pee - hopping around like mad

@AlternativeBrewing 3 жыл бұрын

one begets the other no? 😂

@esterus2713 4 жыл бұрын

2:18 seriously, it's just like that to clean the moka pot?? i dont think so... if you have used it more than 3 times, you have boil with water

@AlternativeBrewing 4 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't be boiling anything in the water tbh - unless you remove the seals. There is a further deep clean you can do with vinegar and water -and you just need to fill the base with 50% white vinegar and 50% water and no coffee in the basket. Then put it on the stove just like you're preparing a regular pot. Once the process is complete, pour out the water and vinegar collected up top, and repeat process using only water this time for the rinse. Cleaning any coffee equipment is relatively easy so ling as you do it after each time you use it and makes sure it's dry before placing it all back together, in saying that - it does eventually start to stain and so forth, there's just no avoiding this in the long run.

@mariai9549 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlternativeBrewing Yeah I never thought the idea of "seasoning" a moka pot with the residue of past brews to be a wise practice.

@Wasamatau 2 жыл бұрын

"An effective way of getting WHAT on your coffee? I didn't see any crema.

@GeonSky14 2 жыл бұрын

Bro..u are too hasty..relax..

@AlternativeBrewing 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry for that

@sO_RoNerY 2 жыл бұрын

You Americans and those not Italians, seem to have a difficult time with Bialetti's products and how to make Italian coffee 🤦‍♂️.

@motu-ki3el 4 жыл бұрын

Blowing the funnel to clean it? Not a healthy practice in times of coronavirus, even if after that you wash it with water and soap.

@thefuturetom 4 жыл бұрын

Don't think anyone using this style of pot in a restaurant setting mate...if you're at your own home, free to lick or blow whatever you want I reckon.