Alessi 6-Cup Espresso Coffee Maker in 18/10 Stainless Steel Mirror Polished with Magnetic Heat Diffusing Bottom
Moka
Alessi
Designer: David Chipperfield
Coffee Maker Moka
An eleven-sided volume for a coffee maker with a familiar and at the same time innovative form: David Chipperfield introduces a series of details that make the Moka design new and even more functional, such as the flat lid on which to place the cups to be heated – allowing optimum enjoyment of the aroma and flavour of the drink – or the position of the knob which allows you to easily raise the lid, using only one hand.
The Designer
David Chipperfield
Sir David Chipperfield CBE, RA, RDI, RIBA British, born 1953, London. David Chipperfield studied at Kingston School of Art and the Architectural Association in London. After graduating he worked at the practices of Douglas Stephen, Richard Rogers and Norman Foster. David Chipperfield Architects was established in 1984 and the practice currently has over 200 staff at its offices in London, Berlin, Milan and Shanghai. David Chipperfield has taught and lectured worldwide. He has been Professor of Architecture at the Staatliche Akademie der Bildenden Künste, Stuttgart, and Visiting Professor at several schools of architecture, he is an Honorary Professor at the University of the Arts London.
The company
Founded in 1921 as a “Workshop for the processing of brass and nickel silver sheet metal, with foundry”, Alessi has always stood out for the high quality of its products.
In almost a century of history, the company has gradually evolved to become one of the leading “Factories of Italian design”, capable of applying its expertise and excellence in design management to many different product types.
Open to change and international development, Alessi at the same time has a strong bond with the traditions and cultural background of its area and continues to be synonymous with handcrafted objects produced with the help of machines.
Alessigraphy: the geography of Alessi production
Since the Company’s Foundation in 1921 the Majority of Alessi Products have Been Manufactured through the Cold Working of Metals, a Tradition that is Kept Alive Today by the Skilled Workers at the Crusinallo Plant in Omegna.
Over time, Alessi also began to work with many other materials, such as porcelain, glass, wood, and plastic. A specific production method was developed for each one. Even when production takes place outside the Crusinallo plant, Alessi’s guidelines ensure the company’s original production quality standards, continuing to reconcile industrial technological complexity with an artisanal eye for detail.
The objects produced from the different materials are manufactured in various production plants across the world. They remain original Alessi objects in that they are conceived with the same design excellence and produced with the same attention to quality that sets the company’s products apart.
| Weight: | 912 g |
| Dimensions: | 12.5 x 20.5 x 12.5 cm; 912 Grams |
| Brand: | Alessi |
| Model: | 9090/6 |
| Colour: | Silver |
| Colour: | Silver |
Eccezionale
Questa la seconda. La prima dal 1982 ancora come nuova ma con serbatoio per uso a gas
Snap-down seal may not be tight enough.
This is a very beautiful and innovative design; its main departure from classic moka pot designs is how the upper section–where the coffee ends up–attaches to the little tank. Other designs have the upper section screwing down onto the tank, with the seal being effected through a rubber gasket. With the Alessi 9090, the attachment is via a snap-down mechanism involving the handle. Here’s the thing: if the snap-down seal is not good enough, steam escapes past the join and there’s not enough pressure to make a pot of coffee. This happened in my case when I used Lavazza coffee, ground for moka pots (rather fine), but not when I used a coarser grind coffee such as Starbucks. My fix was to make a washer out of a sheet of 1mm thick microwave-safe plastic and place it between the gasket and the upper pot. This made all the difference, and now even an espresso grind works with the Alessi. This problem wouldn’t arise with a screw-down, but I’m happy now with my little fix.
Got it when it was cheep, worth Getting if you can find one not full price, my step mom has had hers for 40 years and it still looks like new.
Got it when it was cheep, worth Getting if you can find one not full price, my step mom has had hers for 40 years and it still looks like new.
Strepitosa , caff buonissimo , perfetto per 3 tazze e comoda la riduzione per 1 tazza , caff di un profumo e di un sapore unici, comoda , bella da vedere , ottima anche su fornelli tradizionali , il manico un po’ caldo quindi usate le presine ma quello va fatto anche con le altre moka . Lo consiglio , il prezzo vale L acquisto
A bit pricey but very aesthetically pleasing. Quality is flawless and you can clean this one easily. The latch mechanism is very good. Don’t regret paying a little extra
A bit pricey but very aesthetically pleasing. Quality is flawless and you can clean this one easily. The latch mechanism is very good. Don’t regret paying a little extra
Chi compra questa moka sa che non una moka come le altre.
Per me LA moka per eccellenza.
Lei resiste in un mondo in cui le macchinette elettriche e le cialde hanno preso il posto del vecchio rito della preparazione del caff.
Con il suo profumo, il suo rumore, il suo gusto sempre simile e sempre nuovo.
Questa caffettiera stata inventata dal geniale designer Richard Sapper pi di 30 anni fa, e ha realizzato un oggetto tanto bello quanto funzionale in ogni suo aspetto. (infatti era un designer, non un semplice styler).
Lui dice che ha un’anima, ed infatti cos,
” una vera macchina a vapore”. (cit)
Io la adoro.
in acciaio, non si ossida come una normale moka di alluminio, non trasmette sapori metallici al caff, molto robusta, non vi si brucer il manico, si pulisce meravigliosamente bene,
comodissima da aprire e chiudere anche da calda, e pu essere caricata mentre l’avete gi messa sul fuoco per risparmiare tempo.
Ha una base ampia adatta a molti fornelli, senza bisogno del riduttore.
Inoltre permette di concentrare il calore in maniera ottimale sul corpo macchina, per una pi veloce preparazione e una migliore efficienza energetica.
Insomma, penso non abbia lasciato nulla, nulla al caso.
Io ho preso quella da una tazza (mod. 9090/1), ci vengono due caff.
Nelle foto vi ho messo diverse immagini della scatola, se potete leggete i lati in cui parla del suo prodotto.
Meritano.
In pi ho fotografato la differenza di dimensione con la mia vecchia da 3 tazze (mod. 9090/3) che ha circa 35 anni.
Costa parecchio, ma un prodotto unico, bellissimo, estremamente funzionale e INDISTRUTTIBILE.
Se tenuta con un minimo di grazia vi durer oltre una vita.
DIFETTI?
Un paio.
Il manico, seppur di un metallo speciale che trasmette calore pi lentamente, scotta.
Non ustiona, ma i pi delicati avranno bisogno di una presina. (Per la sua temperatura dipende molto dal l’altezza della fiamma sotto).
Io la prendo tranquillamente con le mani, con un p di fretta.
Infine, si.
Costa.
Ma per me, vale di pi di quel che costa.
Prodotti cos escono dal tempo e dalla logica terrena del vil denaro.
Aspettate una buona offerta e regalatevi, o regalate, qualcosa di unico a chi pu apprezzarla.
A tutti gli altri, baster una Bialetti da 12.
Actually first got this pot for two properties:
1) stainless steel 2) non-screw mechanism to connect chambers.
1) Stainless steel vs usual aluminum is easy win. That’s not unique to this pot. AND it is induction super duper.
(image shows Induction Mark etched into base)
Fave way to make coffee – use an induction plate (and it does have the induction mark on both the base and on the box in case you’re curious)
2) The closure however is the big win. Having used numerous moka pots that require screwing on a lid over grounds – and then unscrewing – and all the vagueries this introduces – having a simple hinge mecahnism means i can put the pot onto cooking surface, and no fuss no muss, snap down the lid. Same thing for taking off to empty/clean.
That this design lends itself to such a clean aesthetic is a bonus (image 6).
Very easy to clean – and if you have a lot of hard water, occaisionally squirt some vinegar into the base and some hot water, heat up for a minute to simmer then let sit for half an hour – brush / soap and you’re done (don’t put it in the dishwasher).
Some Moka-making tips for the Alessi 3 cup – for sweet straight mokas or for base to a latte.
Ideal set up: fresh roast whole seasonal beans from your fave regional source like square mile or union; a good grinder, a scale that manages at least 1g increments (image 3).
A couple things make a huge difference to strength / sweetness of brew.
roast of coffee beans – is it a medium or dark roast .
amount – i find 19grams ideal for this pot (images 3, 4 and 5)
grind size – medium-ish
speed/temp of the water.
Water Fill: you can fill this from 175-185 ml (i prefer 185 ) – without a scale, this will look like the water is just about to hit the middle of the pressure valve looking inside the pot ( – image 2).
Amount of coffee: 19g
– a scale makes this much easier to assess, but generally – pending on how coarse of fine the ground this will make a very small concave hill on top of the funel – round this with your finger but don’t squish it with anything.
DON’T TAMP IT – just round with your finger: moka pots aren’t espresso machines; they are not designed for that kind of pressure/resistance from packed grinds (image 4).
You can test that for yourself: grind your coffee fine and grind it coarse: see how each affects the flow when the heat is set up the same for each. Which brings us to
GRIND SIZE – generally speaking moka pot grinds are more coarse than espresso. It’s usually referred to as a medium coarse grind. Grind has a big influence on the coffee (it’s part of the exrtaction process): grind it too fine (like espresso coffees) it’s just strong and bitter; too coarse its weak, insipid or sour. If you have to get pre-ground coffee look for something (or ask) for a pour-over or drip coffee grind – but really try some good locally roasted beans. Start with great ingredients to get great taste – if that’s a new one for you, treat yourself: you will be really surprised.
Water Temp and Time:
Try also to use cooler water. If you start with really hot water, the pressure will build up really fast and come spurting through very fast – this can create some pretty bitter coffee. Start room temp to let the pressure build – but this is something you can play around with – some folks love to start with boiling water (just remember to hold the base with a towel if you do this).
the video shows the speed of flow that seems to work for a nice full, sweet shot:
Medium high heat on stovetop for 5min to get to coffee start
If you’re making the coffee on a stove top, set heat to about medium and adjust so it takes about five minutes to start charging through – time how long it takes to finish. You’re aiming for about a minute – minute:ten to go from start to not quite sputtering. The goal is NOT to have it blast out but percolate out in an even and controlled way – you’ll find where you can also just take it off the heat – usually about half way (30 secs) through and it will finish on its own.
Induction Hob note: on an induction hob, if starting with room temp water, and hob at about 1000w it will take about 90secs to start perking out coffee -awesome way to do this. THis is what’s shown in the vid
Kill the heat – no matter the surface – once a gentle flow hits the wall of the chimney – usually at about 30-40secs in – and let it finish on its own sitting on the residual heat of the element. SHould take 60-70secs from start to finish.
I learned to put it in a bowl with enough water to cover the bottom third of the base as soon as it starts to get sputtery to stop the coffee so it doesn’t get bitter. You can also put it on a dish cloth you’ve rung out with cold water.
YIELD: at 185ml, you’ll get about 25-28ml left in the pot; 25 absorbed in the coffee and remaining 130ish for coffee., to share out as you see fit.
Good coffee takes a bit of attention, but it’s worth it, and this pot makes mokas consistently – my fave way of using this pot IS on an induction hob (vs ceramis or gas). Next is gas and far last is ceramic – it all works but i prefer the control and speed of the induction.
hope you enjoy – the above pot above is almost six years old, too – have only changed the rubber gastket once.
Caffettiera Alessi
Ho questa caffettiera da 40 anni ottima. Questa stata acquistata per mia madre che l’aveva uguale ma si era rotta. Non ha voluto acquistare un altro modello anche se pi economico. La consiglio
Bello design ottima caffettiera!
Bellissima caffettiera con Alessi non si sbaglia mai! Un po’ dura aprire inizio ma si fa abitudine lo presa perch ho cambiato piano cottura una delle poche che adatta a induzione.
TOP!
Caffettiera eccellente, remake per i piani ad induzione, della classica Alessi di molti decenni fa. Cambia solo il materiale, questa pi leggera. Il caff lo fa molto buono, e trovare una moka che faccia un caff buono senza bruciarlo (parlo per i piani ad induzione, chi ce l’ha lo sapr), molto difficile. Questa fa un egregio lavoro; l’unica cosa che ho notato che quando la si apre per pulirla (operazione tra l’altro SEMPLICISSIMA e pi efficace rispetto alle moke tradizionali), resta molta acqua dentro la camera, nonostante stia sempre attento a metterla al di sotto della valvola.
Comunque, straconsigliata!
Sul design niente da dire, ormai diventata un oggetto di culto. Il caff buono ma non ho trovato rilevanti differenze con altre caffettiere in acciaio che possiedo (Alessi e Gb), purtroppo a differenza ad esempio della caffettiera Gb (simile all’attuale Bialetti Venus) il manico dell’Alessi scotta e non pu essere maneggiato senza usare una presa da cucina. Peccato…una stella in meno.
Il prezzo decisamente elevato, ma conveniente rispetto a quanto proposto in commercio.
Il caff ottimo, esce rapidamente e ci sono 3 tazze abbondanti.
La chiusura sembra difficile ma ci si rende conto quasi subito che funzionale, e si impara a maneggiarla correttamente.
Il manico in acciaio e si scalda, va dunque maneggiato con le dovute cautele.
Pulizia facile in lavastoviglie.
ingegnosa ottima qualità ma spocchiosa
on l’ho scoperta adesso, saranno almeno trentanni se non erro che la ricordo a casa mia, poi mamma me ne ha chiesto un’altra e l’ho presa, ottima per chi soffre come lei con le mani, i polsi delicati etc.. insomma mancanza di giovent, ma tutti ci dobbiamo passare, almeno lo speriamo!
dico che spocchiosa perch quando si mette il caff bisogna fare molta attenzione che rimanga dentro il filtro e che sia la giusta quantit, altrimenti la chiusura ti fa tribolare. per basta imparare a correggersi man mano. bello il manico che non si scalda. un p difficile reperire le guarnizioni nella grande distribuzione. cmq un prodotto che sopravvive a molti proprietari!
Eccellente ed elegante caffettiera.
Caffettiera che rappresenta un vero must nella mia famiglia, regalata e ricevuta. Ottimo caff gi al primo utilizzo, materiali eccezionali, stile che non invecchia, elegante da mostrare. Ne abbiamo una ancora perfetta dopo circa 25 anni, usata quotidianamente. Straconsigliata!
Read about Moka pots and decided to go all in on the best and get the Alessi 9090.( I was using a Nespresso machine. ) This coffee is so dark, rich and smooth. I love how simple it is to use, that I can use the best organic beans and how quick the entire process is. This is one of the best coffee decisions I have made. The coffee making process becomes special and peaceful. I cannot believe that I have just learned about this pot.
Absolutely perfect! Can’t say enough good about the Alessi espresso make
This espresso maker is worth every penny!! It’s easy to use, makes stellar coffee, and looks adorable. The wider bottom makes it sit on my gas grate very solidly. The 3-cup size I purchased actually pours 3.5 espresso cups. More than enough for 2 to 3 people to have a shot. Easy to open and close. I can’t say enough good things about it!
Two of the main the main reasons I bought this one instead of cheap ones is 1) it’s stainless so no pitting! And 2) it’s actually made in Italy, not China.
lovely looking coffee make
very well made. the way it fits together is clever but really hard to use once it’s hot. if you use hot water in the bottom to start with, then you have to use a glove or tea towel to hold it and then you are not quite as dextrous.
the whole thing is very hot after one coffee is made meaning it’s very difficult to make a second immediately afterwards.
Been using this exact model for a couple of years and decided to buy another one as a present. Possibly the best stovetop espresso maker there is... No complaints about the quality, it's perfect. Some reviews mentioned signs of inner corrosion, but I struggled to find any, and could only assume that it varies from item to item.
Been using this exact model for a couple of years and decided to buy another one as a present. Possibly the best stovetop espresso maker there is… No complaints about the quality, it’s perfect. Some reviews mentioned signs of inner corrosion, but I struggled to find any, and could only assume that it varies from item to item.
Una buona macchinetta
Il caff mi sembra esca buono o almeno senza il retrogusto di bruciato delle moke pi economiche.
Funziona alla perfezione con un piano ad induzione IKEA Matmssig.
Volendo trovare un difetto che essendo alta e stretta un po difficile da pulire dentro senza usare uno scopetttino.
Tolles Teil! Schickes, zeitloses Design, simple Technik und robuste Materialien. Die kleine Espressomaschine lsst sich vllig unkompliziert bedienen. Ich habe das Gefhl, die Kanne oben wird nie richtig voll, aber fr eine Tasse Kaffee passt es. Wer ber berlegt, ob die kleine Maschine zu wenig Kaffee macht… Ja, lieber die grere kaufen. Fr nur eine Tasse reicht das aber vllig aus! Enjoy! Ich glaube ich werde das Gert mein Leben lang haben.
I just received mine yesterday great cup of coffee my concern is the pot has ...
I just received mine yesterday great cup of coffee my concern is
the pot has a lot of crevices witch is hard to dry or impossible I may say.
Im wondering about rust other than that great looking and for the
coffee the best and I know I’ve had a lot of this cheaper type
Works great on my induction stovetop! Had to give away my trusted Bialetti Mocha but am not looking back. Has a modern sleek look and is easy to clean, have not put it in the dishwasher although I believe it is dishwasher safe.
Works great on my induction stovetop! Had to give away my trusted Bialetti Mocha but am not looking back. Has a modern sleek look and is easy to clean, have not put it in the dishwasher although I believe it is dishwasher safe.
Value & functionality greatly exceed initial cost!
The Alessi espresso maker may seem expensive but its principal attributes are those of:
* Good value;
* Thoughtful, functional & elegant design;
* A pleasure to use.
With the move towards reusable coffee cups, making an espresso to take to work in an insulated cup will pay for your Alessi in a few months.
From our experience, Alessi Customer Service is extremely helpful.
A great product from a customer-focused company – highly recommend.
Very nice lines. Does tend to leak a bit of coffee from gasket while brewing. Washes us the dishwasher! Much better than my aluminum stovetop espresso maker!!
Very nice lines. Does tend to leak a bit of coffee from gasket while brewing. Washes us the dishwasher! Much better than my aluminum stovetop espresso maker!!
Qualche dubbio
Bellissima esteticamente, comoda per l’apertura ma usandola sempre con il riduttore spesso esce il caff freddo ed un po bruciato nonostante spengo la macchina quando inizia a far rumore.
Non sono quindi del tutto soddisfatta
Great pot. Only thing is that after cleaning the base, the inside flare base holds water and creates rust. You need to dry it good I side.
Great pot. Only thing is that after cleaning the base, the inside flare base holds water and creates rust. You need to dry it good I side.
Prodotto eccellente
Ho acquistato qs caffettiera perch la precedente l’ho rovinata facendola cadere malamente due volte. Ero perplessa x alcune recensioni lette. Invece il miglior acquisto potessi fare: prezzo vantaggioso, prodotto perfetto, la mia caffettiera di sempre! La precedente fu acquistata in negozio. Nessuna differenza con questa. Prodotto perfetto, caff subito buono, imballo eccellente, in anticipo sui tempi previsti x la consegna. Se potessi metterei 6 stelle. La consiglio a tutti. Non c’ confronto con nessun altro prodotto. Costa pi di una Bialetti, ma la tua caffettiera x la vita.
Si lava in lavastoviglie. Va su induzione come da istruzioni. O su gas. Chiusura perfetta, nessuna perdita. La uso tantissimo. Consigliatissisma!
Assolutamente favolosa. Acquistata per la mia splendida nonna che ha difficolt ad aprire e chiudere la classica moka. Felicissima lei e felicissimi tutti noi. Le ho gi ordinato la versione pi grande per l’invasione dei famigliari di domenica.
This is my first ever Italian espresso maker. I bought this particular one so that I can also use it on my induction cooktop. I have been using it for three days, and have brewed nine sessions with it. It is absolutely phenomenal! Love this little moka po
This is my first ever Italian espresso maker. I bought this particular one so that I can also use it on my induction cooktop. I have been using it for three days, and have brewed nine sessions with it. It is absolutely phenomenal! Love this little moka po
prese per fare un regalo, non ho idea di come venga il caff. ma a livello scenico fanno davvero un’impressione sublime. consigliatissima
One of the best things I have ever purchased. Does not take up a lot a lot of space, easy to clean…..bought with a stovetop milk frother and don’t think I’ll ever go back to drip coffee again…The 6 shot maker has a spacer so you can make only 3 shots when you’re by yourself but nice to have the additional capacity when guests are visiting.
It’s Alessi. Sure it’s ridiculously expensive but also 100% functional. Better yet, it’s a piece of stovetop art, engineering, and design, all wrapped in in one widely celebrated package… that oh BTW makes a killer cup of coffee. We have the smaller one. I fully expect it to last my lifetime, and I will hand it down to my nephew when I die for him to use.
Prodotto restituito....con rammarico
Ho restituito il prodotto nei tempi e senza alcun problema. Avevo ricevuto un’altra caffettiera in regalo (di altra marca) e quindi, della Alessi tre tazze, non ho potuto neanche giudicarne il funzionamento. Posso solo commentarne l’estetica (realmente bella, da esposizione al MOMA) e la solidit del materiale. Purtroppo, essendo l’altra caffettiera un regalo ho “dovuto” tenermi quella. In questi casi di restituzione il servizio Amazon davvero impeccabile, veloce e gratuito (nei tempi indicati da regolamento).
L’ho comprata prima di aver letto tutte le recensioni. Temevo di doverla restituire appena arrivata una volta realizzato che la versione a induzione “9090/x FM” esiste solo da 3 tazze in su… Ad ogni modo, la caffettiera di acciaio, il magnete vi si attaccava, il piano cottura la riconosceva e, dopo aver primariamente provato a farla andare aggiungendo solo acqua, ho visto che svolge egregiamente il suo compito di caffettiera 😛
Non posso parlare per tutti gli altri piani cottura a induzione, ad ogni modo su quello della MIELE KM 6629 funziona perfettamente.
La caffettiera molto bella e per quanto riguarda il caff essendo fatto con l’induzione buono. Io possedendo la stessa versione ma per il gas da tempo memorabile cioe’ dal lontanissimo 1980 trovo che l’acciaio non pi quello massiccio di una volta che ha permesso alla mia caffettiera di a gas di essere ancora perfetta dopo pi di 30 anni.
Habe seit 3 Jahren die 3-Tassen-Version in Gebrauch und sie ist weder verfrbt noch verformt oder luft aus. Die Kanne sieht toll aus und macht was sie soll. Kaffee schmeckt sehr gut. Ein Bekannter von mir hat die Kanne von seinem Vater geerbt, diese ist schon seit 25 Jahren in Benutzung, war damals der Grund, weshalb ich die Alessi gekauft habe. Bin immernoch begeistert!
Beautiful and makes perfect coffee.
Beautiful piece of engineering and works perfectly for coffee snobs like me who want to coffee for picnics.
Unlike other people I haven’t found the game getting hot. My guess is that the ring was too big for the pot.
This won't disappoint.
We have used a 3 cup AllesI for years and find nothing else matches the quality of the coffee it makes. We also bought a six cup. The 3 cup only makes 2 black espresso shots. Worth every penny. It keeps its looks and lasts for ever.
I was hesitant between 1 cup and 3 cup version and in the end cant be happier with the 3 cup one
First one I received was not hermetic – leaking during the brew. Got a swift replacement from Amazon. I have to say its worth every penny. Build quality and quality of espresso it produces is stunning. I was hesitant between 1 cup and 3 cup version and in the end cant be happier with the 3 cup one. Perfec
Love it. Been using another brand for years and this is far superior and worth the cost. Better taste and function. After reading the other reviews I would say reading the directions and average common sense should address most if not all of the complaints. The Illy Moka grind worked well if you do not have a good grinder. Use 3.5-4 on a Mazzer Mini.
COMO SIEMPRE ESTA CAFETERA ES UNICA Y MUY BUENA , YA TENIAMOS OTRA QUE LA HEMOS JUBILADO DESPUES DE 30 AÑOS DE UTILIZARLA
COMO SIEMPRE ESTA CAFETERA ES UNICA Y MUY BUENA , YA TENIAMOS OTRA QUE LA HEMOS JUBILADO DESPUES DE 30 AOS DE UTILIZARLA
No more dripping, this latest Alessi product not only looks good but works well, except - every so often (1-2 a month) the top won't come off after use. It is just stuck. A lot a wiggling and running it under hot water sometimes helps, or I look for someone stronger. I have not yet figures out what works.
No more dripping, this latest Alessi product not only looks good but works well, except – every so often (1-2 a month) the top won’t come off after use. It is just stuck. A lot a wiggling and running it under hot water sometimes helps, or I look for someone stronger. I have not yet figures out what works.
Coffee is amazing. Even my non-coffee drinker found taste smooth and enjoyable.
Fun to use, no leaking at gasket as with screw on stovetop espresso makers. Needs a strong arm to release handle.
9090 by Richard Sapper 6/3 cups
Beautiful design. Stable, no spilling no boil over and no burning if you remember not to brew with burner on high (I use electric coil stove with setting at 5/10). Makes a full regular sized (~12 oz cup of the best Java ever).
Ya tena esta cafetera en tamao pequeo y grande y acabo de comprarla en tamao mediano. Esto lo dice todo. Bonita, elegante y eficaz la llevo utilizando desde hace aproximadamente veinte aos con total satisfaccin. Nunca me ha dado ningn problema y ni siquiera he tenido que reponer la junta de goma.
Respecto al envo, pedida un domingo a media maana, la tena en mis manos el lunes a primera hora de la tarde del lunes.Me equivoqu de tamao y solicit un cambio a Amazon. El martes ya tena aprobado el cambio y la etiqueta de retorno en mi correo. Llev el paquete a Correos el martes por la tarde y el mircoles por la maana volva a tener la nueva en mis manos. Impresionante. Gracias Alessi y gracias Amazon.
Una certezza
la volevo da molto tempo e tutto andato perfettamente. Tempi, imballaggio e cose scritte confermate senza sorprese. La uso da pi di un mese e va benissimo
I’ve owned several of these over the years. They are the best of the best in my mind and I would never use anything else. I broke my wrist recently and because these don’t screw off…I was able to use this with no problem. This is a classic design. I will never use anything else….this in my opinion, is the best of the best…the fender Stratocaster of stovetop espresso.
I owned an identical (well not induction) espresso maker that ...
I owned an identical (well not induction) espresso maker that I bought in the beginning of the 1980s. It got lost in the turmoils of life. If memory serves me right, it had a tad higher standard of finishing.
Extremely serviceable, functional and easy to use. Coffee is very good…I would call it strong Americana rather than the expresso that I have at coffee bars with that specialty. I love the snap together parts rather than typical screw together, it is easier to keep clean than former stop top makers since it is stainless and it seems to be a higher quality stainless than another brand of stainless I’ve used. I was fortunate to buy this from clearance at Amazon and it was as advertised…never used with slight packaging wear and the price compared to full price was for me a real bargain! Thank you for a high end quality product that felt more within pocketbook reach.
Great investment in a Espresso maker, love using it. Was initially puzzle on how to open the machine, with some investigation on youtube, finally figured on how to open the machine. Use this every morning, would highly recommend.
Prodotto eccellente
Dopo un anno di utilizzo praticamente quotidiano, posso dire che questa caffettiera vale tutti i soldi che costa. Il metodo di chiusura a scatto robusto e veramente comodo, il caff pronto in un attimo e la caffettiera si pu lavare in lavastoviglie. Realmente un ottimo acquisto.
Amazing stove top. I have used 3 other Italian models from different makers and ha da down this is the best one.
The metal quality is superb very nicely polished and very smooth and easy to clean.
The Ingenious handle design, nothing easier not even close to open and close. Also nothing holds the steam inside any better, other models let steam. Out if u don’t close very tightly. This one with one click you are done.
The mouth poorer doesn’t drop
The copper ha doe never heats up (copper dissipates heat) and neve burns obviously.
It has a reducer to make 5 or 19 cups so 3 in 1. Also the size is 10 and not 9 cups which makes a meaningful difference from thusual 6 cups.
Finally it looks really Nixon a g table.
Worth every penny. Thank you Mr Zwpper and thanks you alessi.
I’m using the same coffee that I have for a electric drip coffee maker that I had until the carafe broke. I’m glad it broke because I would not have purchased this awesome Moka pot. The same coffee tastes so much better. Much smoother, more rich, less bitter. The pot looks very sleek unlike my coffee maker that takes up uneccessary space on my countertop. Coffee is easy to make. If you purchase this it is well worth the price. One caution…the instructions for use are clear but no instructions on how to open the pot, separating the bottom from the top. I needed to watch a you-tube video!
Ritengo di aver fatto un ottimo acquisto: la caffettiera ha una bellissima linea moderna, ma la cosa pi bella che una volta caricata non ha bisogno di essere avvitata : con un semplice movimento si sigilla.
L’ unica contrariet mi venuta dall’ aver acquistato inutilmente il riduttore, che la caffettiera aveva gi in dotazione anche se io non lo sapevo; e in pi invece di metterlo nella scatola della caffettiera me l’ hanno mandato con spedizione separata facendomene anche pagare le spese.
Happy mornings.
Just what I wanted. Hasn’t disappointed. I drink far too much coffee now!
Buena cafetera
Lo mejor de todo, el cierre y apertura fcil. No es necesario hacer fuerza para ello. Sirve para todo tipo de cocinas.
Esteticamente me encanta. El hecho dique el cierre no sea de rosca ya le hace ser diferente. Ms que 3 tazas yo dira que es para 2. No me gusta que las instrucciones no vengan en espaol. Y pierde algo de caf justo encima de la vlvula de seguridad, no se si es debido a un pequeo defecto de ajuste de fabrica. El caf sale muy rpido y siempre queda algo de agua sin subir no se si esto es normal o que debo dejar ms tiempo al fuego.
Ich habe mir auf Grund der angesprochenen Probleme mit der Dichtigkeit schon fast berlegt die Maschine nicht zu bestellen. Kaum angekommen, mit Wasser und Pulver befllt und ab auf den Induktionsherd. Full Power. Tatschlich sie dampft wie meine alte Dampfmaschine aus Kindertagen. Langes Gesicht, dann nachgedacht und sogar mal die Beschreibung gelesen und da steht klar und deutlich das Gert nur mit kleiner Flamme zu betreiben. Perfekt. Das berdruckventil hat nur getan was es soll! Ich habe mir die Alessi fr mein Wohnmobil gekauft. Durch die breite Standflche ist sie ideal fr den Gasherd (mit kleiner Flamme) und auch auf dem wackeligen Campingtisch macht sie eine gute Figur.
Ottima scelta, deludente l'invio Amazon Prime
Ottima!!! Possiedo gi una moka Alessi (da 19 anni) che per funziona solo su fiamma. Adesso, con il rinnovo della cucina con piano ad induzione, non ho avuto dubbi!! Gi il secondo caff era buono.. e adesso ci aspettano sempre meglio!! Peccato che malgrado abbia pagato per il servizio Amazon Prime, il pacco arrivato con un giorno di ritardo!!
I wanted to love this espresso maker. However, it has a couple of drawbacks that detract from its gorgeous design. The top section is not easy to clean… too narrow and tall. And, water in the bottom half is never fully boiled and pushed through the coffee. Most of it is, and it’s great coffee/espresso, but I often try to get the last bit and end up burning my brew. Also, beware the handle which can get very hot, but that’s the price of having all metal.
Beautiful
A bit tricky to get started as it is so different from other coffee makers but once mastered it is very easy to use and makes excellent coffee. And it is just so beautiful!
Hello there Java lovers
I just received my 9090/6 and I couldn’t be happier.The quality is beyond compare. This is my third moka pot the first one I found on Maui at a donation thrift shop. It was also stainless and I made the best coffee many had tasted with it. Unfortunately I cooled it to quickly too many times and it sprung a leak.
The next one I got was also stainless but the quality of the Bialetti was far in superior to the antique relic I had been accustomed to and the relief valve went within a year.
Wow first sips from the 9090 and I know we will be friends for years to come.
Best investment so far this year!!
Thank you Alessi.
Keith Glass
This is a wonderful coffeemaker for one or two shots of something very near espresso without spending thousands on a real espresso machine. It is exceptionally well made of 100% stainless steel with a cast iron handle, it looks like it will last a lifetime or two and it is beautiful to look at. I am very happy with this coffee maker.
This is a very nice Coffee Maker. The design is beautiful, the finish is excellent, and the special features really work. I love opening and closing the device with a single click, rather than screwing it in and out. I love the fact that the coffee doesn’t drip down the front, it really works even though you might not believe it when you see it the first time, and the wide base is excellent for stability and to capture the energy from the small gas fire I am using. There is only one drawback, I like to drink my coffee strong, so I would have preferred a larger (1cm higher) compartment for the freshly ground coffee. But that’s me.
Una joya.
Esta cafetera ya la conoca, por esto he querido repetir. Comoda de usar y de un aspecto inigualable.La recomiendo a pesar de ser cara.
A la larga sale econmica.
La caffettiera come me l’aspettavo. La prima arrivata difettata perch perdeva dalla guarnizione. Con Amazon la sostituizone stata veloce. Mi arrivata la nuova prima di rimandare indietro la vecchia. Tutto perfetto e Caff Ottimo. Fa relamente tre tazze di caff abbonndanti ma all’interno della confezione c’ anche il riduttore per fare una tazzina.
Veramente ottima, sia per il design che per la qualit dei materiali (tutta in metallo).
Prepara un caff molto buono e direi particolarmente aromatico, si pu usare sia sui fornelli a gas che a induzione. E’ fornita con il riduttore del filtro.
I absolutely love this coffee pot. I have used it daily for the last 2 months and can’t imagine not having it in my kitchen. It’s easy to use and clean and makes fabulous coffee. It makes 1 mug of coffee which is fine if there is only you, just a bit of a nuisance if you have guests, but I can live with that. Would recommend you buy this if you are a true coffee lover.
Avevo la stessa caffettiera diversi anni fa ma ultimamente,dopo il cambio del piano cottura ad induzione, ho dovuto orientarmi su altre caffettiere a fondo largo (almeno 10 cm. di diametro) e idonee a piani ad induzione. Recentemente ho scoperto che la Alessi ha messo in commercio una versione di questa caffettiera adatta ai piani di cottura ad induzione e voluto riacquistarla. Il primo invio ho dovuto restituirlo perch il caff stentava ad uscire. Il secondo invio sembra che vada abbastanza bene, speriamo che duri. In verit a me sembra che il materiale usato non pi come quello di una volta.
L’ho presa per utilizzarla con l’induzione e funziona bene, mettendo a met potenza il caff pronto in 2 minuti; il caff buono come con altre caffettiera Alessi, forse ne esce un po’ meno che con altre caffettiere da 3, occorre fare l’abitudine al sistema di chiusura che all’inizio sembra ostico ma poi meglio del tradizionale
Die Handhabung ist einfach, wenn man die Hebeltechnik verstanden hat. Dadurch schliet der Wasserbehlter gut mit der Kanne ab und es kann kein Wasser auslaufen, wenn es kocht. Espressoergebnis super. Reicht fr 3xLatte Macchiato oder 2xCapuccino. Achtung: Wasserbehlter besser mit kalkfreiem Wasser benutzen, sonst Verschlei bzw. Verkalkungsgefahr recht gro. Bin super zufrieden mit dem Produkt. Preis-Leistung stimmt.
Classy machine
Sexy looking coffee maker. Bit of a fiddle for a small amount of coffee…still, it’s new to us and maybe we’re not quite in the swing of it yet. Very lovely machine. Looks super shiny and classy on the stove!
Good looking po
A very nice coffee pot, makes good coffee. Reason for 4 stars- the handle gets quite hot and it is overpriced.
Great, 2-cups espresso
It makes great coffee. If you are not born Italian, this device prepares two cups of coffee 🙂
This is extremely well designed. The wide bottom allows the water to boil fast, the clicking system on the handle is much more convenient than screw in systems and most importantly, it makes excellent coffee. No crema of course but a really smooth and deep taste. I have used other similar systems (by Bialetti in particular) and the coffee was never so nice. You can use this one on any hobs.
This size makes just enough for about 3 small espresso cups, or one big latte (a 33cl mug). I also have the 6 cup size which is better if you make coffee for two.
A few tips:
1. Use a tamper to make sure that the grinds are well distributed and well pressed. It makes a huge difference. For this size (3 cups) you need a 49mm tamper (or 48 if you can’t find the other size), and for the 6 cups you need a 58mm tamper. They are easy to find on amazon and not expensive.
2. If you boil the water prior to putting it in the bottom part then your coffee will be ready literally in 1-2mn, and this prevents the fresh coffee grinds from sitting in the basket for too long.
3. To clean, run the pot under cold water so that you can unclip the top without having to wait for the pot to cool down (the stainless steel is very heavy so this takes forever!).
4. Use espresso ground coffee, not filter.
Hope this helps!
Una caffettiera con la C maiuscola
Meraviglioso design e caff delizioso gi dalla seconda moka. Possedevo gi quella da 6 e ho voluto acquistare quella da 1 per un uso giornaliero. stupenda, facile da caricare, pulire e il caff sempre buono. Costa un po’ ma ne vale decisamente la pena, un oggetto fatto per durare per sempre.
Diseo extraordinario. Estticamente en la cocina y en la mesa queda de maravilla. Slo le encuentro que hace un caf un poco ligero, incluso con las medidas correctas de agua y caf . Igual hay que esperar un poco a que la cafetera vaya cogiendo ” gusto” a caf ???
Lo de las tres tazas…discutible . Dos cumplidas y vale.
Despus de varios da usndola, no he tomado el caf caliente nunca. Ocurre que , como se trata de poca cantidad de caf, al subir ste, se encuentra con que el cuerpo superior de la cafetera est fro an , y el poco caf que sube se enfras al momento. Una pena que no haya satisfecho mis expectativas .
[UPDATE: Auch nach Jahren tglich mehrmaligen Gebrauchs PERFEKT! Dies ist schon die zweite Maschiene die wir kaufen. Eine fr jede Kche.)
Nach einem Jahr tglich mehrmaliger Verwendung knnen wir in unserem Haushalt zuversichtlich berichten, dass dieser Mokkakocher (Fr Espresso haben wir eine Espressomaschiene, also mit Druck etc.) einwandfrei und zu unserer vollsten Zufriedenheit funktioniert. Besonders praktisch und gut durchdacht erscheint uns der Verschluss. Wir haben uns damals fr dieses Modell von Alessi entschieden, weil es aus Edelstahl ist und weil es die Mglichkeit, mit Hilfe des Filtereinsatzes, 1 1/2 oder 3 Tassen, zuzubereiten. Wir haben diesen Einsatz natrlich auch schon einmal verloren, aber ganz leicht fr 4 Euro nachbestellen knnen. Es sei noch erwhnt, dass wir immer ein Induktionsfeld fr unsere Alessi 9090/3 verwenden.
Cosa dire della straordinaria caffettiera di Richard Sapper?
Icona del “fare il caff”, sicuramente, nonostante gli anni, la migliore ( ripeto, assolutamente la migliore) caffettiera per uso domestico presente sul mercato.
Un disegno bellissimo ed essenziale, che sintetizza anche graficamente la funzione.
Un sistema di apertura, ancora oggi estremamente innovativo, dato che nessuno pi riuscito a fare di meglio (nemmeno in casa Alessi).
I materiali sono eccellenti.
La prima caffettiera, talmente bella, da poter essere portata in tavola;
Complimenti a Sapper e ad Alberto Alessi che ha creduto in questo progetto.
Il prezzo non basso, ma, si s, le cose belle hanno un costo.
I’ve had one of these for years but it has been functioning as an ornament in my kitchen for a while (they are very handsome and well engineered, after all!)
Today I made myself a coffee in it and it blew my mind, wow, what a beautiful brew. Using the same beans I’ve been using in my cafitiere, but getting a whole other league in terms of flavour. Treat yourself, you won’t regret it!
Questa caffettiera in primo luogo splendida…poi fa un ottimo caff….poi praticissima con il riduttore, che consente di dimezzare circa il volume del filtro e quindi di adattare il numero di tazze: da 3 a 6 circa adattando ovviamente anche il volume di acqua nel serbatoio (operazione facilitata dalla geometria del serbatoio).
ottimo amazo
I already had the small one of these and it works so well day in, day out that when I needed a bigger one I went for the scaled up version. And it’s brilliant too. No problems with mould or rust which other coffee pots seem to suffer from. It’s expensive but you won’t regret spending the extra money when you are still using it in 10 years time.
A little smaller than I thought but that was my fault. Very attractive. Easy to use with handle lever substituting for screw to secure top to bottom. Coffee tastes great. Makes me feel cool everytime I use it. And it works fine on an induction top!
Class A Espresso maker & it works like magic on any type of hob indoors & out ...
Class A Espresso maker & it works like magic on any type of hob indoors & out doors, As I have tried it my self while camping.
Even on bare wooden fire.
Caffettiera che non ha bisogno di presentazioni.
E’ una caffettiera unica al mondo, ne avevo una di trenta anni fa (proprio 30 !! ) che ha cominciato a perdere un p di acqua
da un forellino sul fondo causato dal “logorio di una lunga vita di servizio”.
Ho ricomprato esattamente lo stesso modello ( questa nuova anche adatta ai fornelli ad induzione, unico elemento nuovo )
e fra trenta anni o gi di li penso che la riprendero !!! 🙂 🙂
smart, makes great coffee, easy to use, and I really like the opening device (by lifting handle instead of unscrewing). The only thing I never understand why they are called ‘six-cup’: If it’s six cup we are talking of six very tiny espressos. 2 large mugs or 3 cups more like.
Caffe' per tutti
Della qualita Alessi non avevo dubbi, sono anni che utilizzo la stessa caffettiera ma da 6 tazze. Comprata per mia moglie che voleva una tazza per il caffe’ del mezzogiorno. Dopo varie caffettiere ho risolto con questa. Non costa poco ma e’ definitiva.
Arrivo entro i termini dichiarati.
I have used stove top espresso makers for the last 30 years and always purchased stainless steel models. When my latest one needed to be replaced, I did some online research and found this make and model (my favorite Italian store now only carries parts not coffee makers anymore – they suggested online). I am so pleased I spent the extra money. It is well made and I really like the unique closing mechanism. Amazon also had the best price.
Really nice bit of kit. It’s weighty and you know it will last a long time. I’ve been using this just about daily for the last couple of months and it both makes a fab cup of coffee and also cleans and shines up again really easily. The closing mechanism is fantastic and that loud “click” to signal it’s locked is v satisfying. I have the 9090/6 model, and to make a “normal” coffee which fills an average sized mug, I fill it to the max level and use the 3 cup limiter (which is included) and a couple of spoons of coffee. Perfect.
We have a belling induction oven / hob and the 9090/06 will heat on any of the ring sizes so I wouldn’t be surprised if the 9090/3 works on the smallest hob size (if you’re thinking of going for the smaller 3 cup model).
UPDATE: MAY 2020. Was looking through my Amazon history and thought it worth updating this review. My Alessi is now 6 years old (!) and still used almost everyday. Amazingly, no spare parts have needed to be “swapped-in” and the taste is the same as day 1. Still using the 3 cup limiter (only fished out of the bin a handful of times!) on an induction hob at heat level 5 or 6/9. Bought for 100, approx. 2000 uses, 0.05 per (big) cup. Buy quality, buy once.
Tena problemas para abrir las cafeteras de rosca, esta es una maravilla, no cuesta nada abrirla. Por fn!.
Adems como es de induccin se hace el caf en menos de 3 minutos.
Al principio, sala vapor por la junta, pero pronto descubr que era que pona la induccin a mucha potencia, de manera que en lugar de ponerla a 9… (el mximo) se pone a 8 o incluso a 7 y sale perfecto.
Enhorabuena por el producto.
En cuanto a la distribucin , todo correcto, lleg en el plazo indicado.
Facile da fare il caffè igienica e non si gocciola!!!
Avava una amica uguale ho comprato subito! Primo che arrivato era difettoso per buon servizio di amazon mi hanno sostituito subito! Gi conoscevo questo prodotto. E caro ! Ma non vale appena!!!
Perch non’e come tutte le altre caffettiere! Non devo avvitare e svitate cio non mi fatico a fatto! Basta si alza in su il manico apre il caffetteria. Il manico si bassa si chiude benissimo!facilissima! Materiale sono acciaio perci si pulisce benissimo ed pi fai il caff ottimo sapore!!! Beccuccio e fatta cos ma avevo dubbio per da vero non si gocciola il caff dopo che servita! Suggerisco a tutti caro ma da vero ottimo!!!
Es la segunda que tengo igual. Me la regalaron hace 13 aos y ahora he comprado otra para la cocina de induccin. Hace el caf excelente y es la nica que conozco que realmente no gotea… adems de su diseo espectacula
I’m a big believer in buying the right product once rather than the wrong one ten times. This is the perfect example. This was a splurge which I have definitely gotten my money’s worth. We use it daily and is much easier to use than screw on types. If you like a strong coffee, you just can’t beat the old way. If you like it weaker, like some of our guests, just add water.
We recently bought the 9090 but accidentally my daughter threw away the converter that goes inside the coffee funnel . The one I am talking about is the one that takes it from a 6 cups to a 3 cup. Well right now I am using a lot of coffee because in order to make the espresso the way I like it I have to make a lot. Is there any way I can get the insert. Please !!!!
Assistance will be greatly appreciated.
Thank you.
Other than that it is a really good espresso machine. Since what we have is and heat induction cook top coffe is done in seconds with this machine
Same as other reviews. Absolutely fantastic! Best coffee and the best quality for making coffee as well as easy to use and clean. Could not ask for more. I am sure this will last many years.yes you could no for a much cheaper Aluminium one which I’ve done already but there’s no comparison really. Also, aluminium is bad for the body and has proven to cause Alzheimer’s so no thanks. The one is stainless Steele.
La moka delle moke!!!
Una delle migliori moka realizzate nell’universo dei prodotti per il caff fatto a casa. Un design antico ma sempre nuovo ed innovativo, sempre al passo dei tempi e delle mode. Immancabile i ogni casa, un ottimo elemento per la cucina ma anche come arredamento, dando quel tocco speciale a qualunque cucina o salone che si rispetti.
I hesitated for many years before buying this one – it’s not cheap at first sight. But the quality of the espresso is fantastic. I bought this one 3 months ago and am sure I have more than got my return on the investment as I have found myself drinking coffee only at home now – I just don’t see why I should spend 2.50 or 3.00 on coffee in a cafe when I can make myself much better coffee at home. I love this espresso maker, it’s very easy to use and the taste is fantastic.
caffettiera Alessi - garanzia top
L’ho comprata per mia madre, che da usa da 20 anni la stessa caffettiera ma da tre tazze e ne sempre stata entusiasta.
Questa essendo pi grande pi scenica e d’effetto….10 e lode per questo gioiellino!
I threw away my aluminium coffee maker as it was corroded. I wanted a nice steel one and this one was expensive but you get what you pay for. It looks beautiful and works perfectly. Very happy with my purchase.
I’ve had one of these for the past 12 years. It is used at least twice a day, 365 days a year. It is, by far, the best ‘caffetiera’ I’ve ever used (I have a collection of about 10 of various sizes, makes and metals). It is clean,simple to use, no screwing just clips shut, hard wearing and makes a fantastic coffee. In all these years I’ve changed the gasket just the once. Although expensive, it is worth every penny – I would not hesitate to buy another should this one ever give up the ghost. Certainly a classic – you will not be disappointed.
I just got this today, brand new in the box. The bottom plainly says “Italy.” Not sure what the reviewer below is referring to when he says that these are now made in China. Makes great coffee. Heavenly smell! You will have to grip the base *firmly* while pulling on the handle *hard* the first few times you use it to get it to come apart. You really don’t need high heat for this. I thought that was such a weird part of the instruction book until I realized that, as the water heats, the base becomes a pressurized chamber and it’s the buildup of pressure from the heat that forces the water through the coffee, and not whether the water is boiling. It really should take only 5 or 6 minutes for the coffee to be done — you’ll hear the water spluttering to let you know it’s done brewing.