Review of Cuisinox 12 Cup Espresso Stovetop Coffeemaker (Mirror Polished Aluminum)

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(More customer reviews)This is the second stove top espresso maker I have purchased from Amazon and the third I have owned. The first two were Bialetti branded 3 cup and 9 cup. I used the Bialetti until the seal between the two sections started to disintegrate and I had no idea where to buy another one. So, I thought I would give a different brand a try. Why not the Cuisinox 12 Cup Stove top espresso maker? Who doesn't want even more espresso?

When I opened the box there were noticeably no instructions for the product. It's not like this is rocket science, but if I hadn't have already been a regular user of these devices I might have been befuddled. What made me want the instructions was the presences of two seals. One seal was silicone and the other rubber. My other espresso makers used the rubber kind. Was the silicone one an actual seal? Was it just a place holder? Why two kinds? Well I decided to try the silicone version. I had some success, but it did not seal very well and splattered out the middle. I switched to the rubber one and had better success.

On the topic of the seal. It doesn't fit as snugly as I am used to in these devices. The filter it is paired with seems fairly cheap and was slightly dented right out of the box.

The construction of this espresso maker feels flimsy. The lid closes slightly askew of how it obviously should close. The handle is plastic and feels unsubstantial. The handles on all my espresso makers have been unimpressive and usually break at some point.

I gave this two stars because it actually does make espresso with the taste and flavor I am used to. Otherwise I am unimpressed with the quality of this product.

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With the invention of the stovetop espresso coffee maker, espresso - long a staple of Italian cafés and bars - became available for home consumption. As the cold water in the lower chamber heats, the pressure from its boiling forces the water up through the coffee grounds. In just a few minutes, espresso emerges from the spout into the upper chamber as the pot hisses and gurgles. Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand until the lower chamber is releasing only steam. The lower water tank holds a metal filter and features a safety valve. The upper tank fills with perfectly brewed coffee. Now Italy's favorite aluminum coffeemaker can go to work in your kitchen, making delicious espresso on gas or electric stovetops.

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Review of CucinaPro 290-12 Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker - 12 Cup

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(More customer reviews)I bought this for my hubby. It make 12 cup. This product is BIG! Super easy to clean. Has a mixer inside. You turn the mixer by the little black ball on top. This product is better than i expected.=)

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Enjoy the taste of gourmet espresso right in the comfort of your own home with this stovetop espresso maker. There's no need for clunky and complicated machines, this simple stovetop device does it all.

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Review of Bialetti Moka Express 3 Cup Espresso Maker 06799

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(More customer reviews)Makes better espresso then most of the espresso shops here in Java Town, Seattle. It also costs about ten times less then an espresso machine that probably won't make as good coffee, and eventualy will need repair. Bialetti has been making these things since the dawn of time and have it down to a science.

A few tips:
1. Grind coffee between medium and fine.
2. Don't pack coffee into basket like you do in an espresso machine.
3. Heat between medium and high heat.
4. Be careful not to have the handle be over the burner of flame.
5. NEVER WASH THE POT WITH DETERGENT. JUST RINSE AND DRY. The more you use the pot,the better the coffee becomes.
6. Before using for the first time season the pot. Make a pot of weak coffee and discard it.

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With all the expensive espresso makers sold around the world, native Italians prefer espresso from stovetop espresso makers and more Italians use Bialetti for their stovetop Italian coffee. For an excellent cup of Italian coffee, the classic eight-side household coffee-pot is considered a true italian tradition. The Moka Espress boasts a lot of records and, as such, is the most copied coffee-maker! With sturdy aluminum construction, the Moka Express is a product that actually improves with constant use. The unit is extremely simple to use. Just fill the lower chamber with water and the filter with ground espresso coffee. Place the pot on the stove and heat until the water boils. As it does, the liquid espresso moves to the upper chamber of the pot, ready to be poured into an awaiting espresso cup. After that, all you need to do is enjoy the delicious nectar of coffee.

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Review of Bialetti Venus, 6 Cup

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(More customer reviews)The one feature I especially like about this pot is its wide bottom. It's very stable and doesn't teeter on a gas burner like some others (i.e., the "Ilsa") do. The handle doesn't get burning hot like metal handles can. It has a straightforward design and is easy to disassemble and clean. I have been making stovetop espresso in pots like this for 15+ years and this is one of the most satisfactory pots I have had. A good value.

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Stainless steel, stovetop espresso maker produces 6 cups of rich, authentic Italian espresso in just 4-5 minutes.

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Review of Laroma Aluminum 6-Cup Stovetop Espresso Coffee Maker

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(More customer reviews)I was spending like five dollars a day on those starbucks double shots till I bought this.

I don't actually drink the coffee straight from this so I can't review the quality of it that way.

It cost me less than $20 and it makes about 8 ounces in one shot. I mix that with 1.5 tablespoons of sugar while it is hot then mix it with half a cup of half and half and a cup and a half of milk. Then refrigerate.

It is really good. I haven't had any problems. I use it 3-4 times a week, and have for about a month now. Well worth the money. Easier to clean than a french press too.

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Get back to the basics of coffee making. This medium six-cup stovetop espresso coffee maker will brew you six pure cups of coffee the old-fashioned way. For use on gas, electric, or ceramic stovetops. Heavy aluminum construction, classic shape, delicious brew.

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Review of ESPRESSO MKR 9CUP AL

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(More customer reviews)love this product, it can easily make 9 shots of esspresso at a time and only takes about 10 min. to do so.

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9 Cup Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker

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Review of Bialetti Brikka 4-Cup Stovetop Percolator

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(More customer reviews)I actually bought this for my wife for her birthday - but I think I enjoy it more then she does.

I know that this doesn't make "true" espresso but it comes mighty close in my opinion (i'm not much of a connoisseur, but I do love a good cup). In fact this is better then most any other espressos i've had! I love the coffee this thing produces! The first night I ended up drinking 6 shots of 'espresso' made with fresh Baba Budan beans and I still wanted more! I couldn't do it though because it was 1:00 in the morning and I was wide awake from drinking so much coffee.

Here are a few tips for you...

Make sure you have a Burr grinder. You want a fine grind (but not too fine) to get the most out of your coffee. Burr grinders can be quite the investment but well worth it. You will need a Burr grinder for any espresso machine anyways.

Make sure you have cups close by. This thing will suddenly shoot out coffee and if you're not quick enough you might get some coffee on your stove... as soon as you hear the gurgle and whistle get your cup ready! (you'll know what i'm talkin about...), After a few rounds you'll have it down.

Chances are your first pot will not turn out perfect (unless you've done something like this before...which I haven't). The good news is that after your first time you will understand how the process works and everything will be fine after that!

Clean this as soon as you can! It will be hot for awhile but try to clean it ASAP to make cleaning easier. It's worth it... trust me.

Follow the instructions EXACTLY. It's not hard to do by any means but make sure you read the instructions. if you accidently do something wrong such as pack in the coffee tightly then you will be sorry. The instructions are very simple but very useful.

I noticed one reviewer mentioned that this coffee comes out tasting burnt. If you grind your coffee too fine then it gets caked inside the coffee holder and it takes longer for the coffee to make it up inside the main chamber (excuse my lack of correct terminology). This does cause a burnt flavor because only a little bit of coffee comes out at a time which causes that little bit to become a bit burnt before the next splash comes through. If you grind it slightly more coarse then this will not happen and your coffee will taste amazing. I have a feeling that the people that mention the burnt flavor are grinding their coffee a bit too fine. You want the coffee to be ground fine but not like flour... more like fine sugar.

Have fun! This simple little gadget makes a fine cup. Enjoy!

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Aluminum, stovetop espresso maker has a patented value that produces 4 cups of frothy, creamy, rich, authentic Italian espresso in just 4-5 minutes.

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