Caffè moka

Caffè moka is an Italian-style coffee that is made with a traditional moka pot—an electric or stove-top aluminum pot that was invented in 1933 by Alfonso Bialetti. It works similar to an espresso machine—the water is heated, and the steam is then pressurized through ground coffee.

The resulting coffee is full-bodied and strong with a more intense flavor profile than regular brewed coffee. The moka pot was invented as an affordable and convenient way to brew coffee that would be comparable to the iconic Italian espresso. It is mostly used for home brewing, and it got its name after the Yemeni city of Mocha—once an important port for coffee trade.