Flippa Posted August 24, 2017 Share Has anyone had any experience with the Bialetti Brikka Moka Pot? Is it worth the premium over the regular Moka Pot to have a smidgeon of crema, and perhaps a slightly different brew? I've also read some reviews indicating that the Brikka can be temperamental....coffee spraying everywhere and suchlike. Is this inherent in the design, or perhaps the users not using it properly? At home, only my Bialetti sees regular use in line with my espresso machine. I have other brew methods, Aeropress, french press, Cleva Dripper, but the mokka pot makes a lovely cup. Tips for the mokka pot: Fill it with boiling water. If you wait for the water to boil inside it, your coffee will be way overextracted. Tighten it properly. If it doesn't seal well, it will spit water all over. Pour immediately once the coffee stops coming up the spout. You won't regret a mokka pot. It's one of my jealously guarded coffee treasures....... barrykm, Rocket-Boy and Face Plant 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted August 29, 2017 Share Anyone have or used one of these? Looking to get one, can get it for a really good deal today only. http://www.russellhobbs.co.za/appliance/coffee/rhcm46-cafe-barista-one-touch-coffee-maker.aspx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudsimus Posted August 29, 2017 Share Anyone have or used one of these? Looking to get one, can get it for a really good deal today only. http://www.russellhobbs.co.za/appliance/coffee/rhcm46-cafe-barista-one-touch-coffee-maker.aspxIve got one, very nice for home use. With some proper technique you can make a decent cup. What is the deal btw? Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted August 29, 2017 Share Ive got one, very nice for home use. With some proper technique you can make a decent cup. What is the deal btw?takealot app only daily deal. R2299.00 I then get 20% off with my multiply status. Works out to R1839.20Sound good? I googled it and they seem to be around R3k normally.So you reckon for the price its a decent upgrade from the mocca pot? It's about all I can spend at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted August 29, 2017 Share takealot app only daily deal. R2299.00 I then get 20% off with my multiply status. Works out to R1839.20Sound good? I googled it and they seem to be around R3k normally.So you reckon for the price its a decent upgrade from the mocca pot? It's about all I can spend at the moment.I don't think it's an upgrade from a mokka pot at all - rather buy a decent grinder to use with a mokka pot - I think you will have better success with fresh coffee, decent grinder and a mokka pot. Money spent on a better grinder is never wasted.... kvdp, Rocket-Boy, Skylark and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grease_Monkey Posted August 29, 2017 Share I recently got myself the Rancilio Silvia M V5 Espresso Machine along with a Rancilio Rocky doser grinder. I have used a Nespresso machine for the last couple of years, and although easy, I have never been overly impressed with the quality of coffee, and still ended up spending R40 bucks a day on take away coffee. I have to say this Rancilio combo was one of the best things I have ever spent money on - massive upgrade from the Nespresso. It has been a bit of a learning curve with the single boiler and commercial steam wand, but with a bit of practice I am finally producing some café-ish quality lattes and cappuccinos. I am like a pig in crap I can highly recommend this for anyone looking to get café quality coffee without the budget to buy a double boiler machine. EDIT: Shout-out to Yuppie Chef. I initially bought a Smeg, changed my mind and exchanged for this - they even sent me some free cups along with the exchange and provided possibly the best service I have ever experienced. Edited August 29, 2017 by Grease_Monkey anybody seen george?, Long Wheel Base, Mathieu_Schneuwly and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted August 29, 2017 Share I don't think it's an upgrade from a mokka pot at all - rather buy a decent grinder to use with a mokka pot - I think you will have better success with fresh coffee, decent grinder and a mokka pot. Money spent on a better grinder is never wasted....The main reason of getting a cheaper auto machine is the time saving. I enjoy coffee but with my busy life I am finding the mocca pot a bit time consuming at 04h00 in the morning. And then it all needs to be cleaned at the end of the day. So while I agree with you, I am looking for a convenient time saver. #MarginalGains Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
V12man Posted August 29, 2017 Share The main reason of getting a cheaper auto machine is the time saving. I enjoy coffee but with my busy life I am finding the mocca pot a bit time consuming at 04h00 in the morning. And then it all needs to be cleaned at the end of the day. So while I agree with you, I am looking for a convenient time saver. #MarginalGainsAgain - I don't think you will gain anything.... This "• Brewing temperature: 70-85°C will not burn the coffee during brewing" is not in the range needed for coffee... NOT..... Assuming that it's correct in their documentation.... - you need 92 - 98 as a range.... 70 degrees will not do the job. If you want it quick - kettle and aeropress.... but then it's without milk. Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HairyLegs Posted August 29, 2017 Share The main reason of getting a cheaper auto machine is the time saving. I enjoy coffee but with my busy life I am finding the mocca pot a bit time consuming at 04h00 in the morning. And then it all needs to be cleaned at the end of the day. So while I agree with you, I am looking for a convenient time saver. #MarginalGainsDont wash your mokka pot, just rinse. Washing it removes the coffee aroma. Over time you will get a fuller coffee taste from your pot. For #MarginalGains, use a gas stove and fill the mokka with boling water from the kettle, just use mittens to close. Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathieu_Schneuwly Posted August 29, 2017 Share Dont wash your mokka pot, just rinse. Washing it removes the coffee aroma. Over time you will get a fuller coffee taste from your pot. For #MarginalGains, use a gas stove and fill the mokka with boling water from the kettle, just use mittens to close.I wouldn't recommend this, that fuller taste you are getting is just an added layer of staleness to your fresh brew. Unless you are using stale beans of course, then yes that taste will be amplified... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the nerd Posted August 29, 2017 Share I have the following machine and grinder set up for sale: Nuova Simonelli Oscar - Black (Excellent Condition)Nuova Simonelli Grinta - Black (Excellent Condition) This machine was hardly used at all and in great condition... The bundle is going for R12000 negotiable... bumpooo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calculus Bikes Posted August 29, 2017 Share I recently got myself the Rancilio Silvia M V5 Espresso Machine along with a Rancilio Rocky doser grinder. I have used a Nespresso machine for the last couple of years, and although easy, I have never been overly impressed with the quality of coffee, and still ended up spending R40 bucks a day on take away coffee. I have to say this Rancilio combo was one of the best things I have ever spent money on - massive upgrade from the Nespresso. It has been a bit of a learning curve with the single boiler and commercial steam wand, but with a bit of practice I am finally producing some café-ish quality lattes and cappuccinos. I am like a pig in crap I can highly recommend this for anyone looking to get café quality coffee without the budget to buy a double boiler machine. EDIT: Shout-out to Yuppie Chef. I initially bought a Smeg, changed my mind and exchanged for this - they even sent me some free cups along with the exchange and provided possibly the best service I have ever experienced. offerta6.pngAmazing little workhorse. Bean running one for 4years without any problems making the third best coffee in town. A true "investment". Grease_Monkey 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted August 29, 2017 Share Amazing little workhorse. Bean running one for 4years without any problems making the third best coffee in town. A true "investment".Done on purpose? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Calculus Bikes Posted August 29, 2017 Share Done on purpose? Long Wheel Base 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HairyLegs Posted August 29, 2017 Share I wouldn't recommend this, that fuller taste you are getting is just an added layer of staleness to your fresh brew. Unless you are using stale beans of course, then yes that taste will be amplified...Rather have your coffee taste of aluminium then? http://www.bialetti.co.nz/faq/care-instructions/https://www.yuppiechef.com/spatula/cleaning-your-moka-pot/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mathieu_Schneuwly Posted August 29, 2017 Share Rather have your coffee taste of aluminium then? http://www.bialetti.co.nz/faq/care-instructions/https://www.yuppiechef.com/spatula/cleaning-your-moka-pot/Use the stainless ones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now