Let’s go straight into it—electricity costs a lot now. There isn’t cheap affordable anything anymore, so to be budget conscious as well as helping the environment, I looked to see what was the most energy-efficient way to make espresso at home. Feels kind of silly turning on the stove (electric) to brew a cup of espresso. And based on what I read, it’s also wasteful of energy.
So what I learned was that the most energy efficient, least energy wasted small appliances are the kind that plug in and the conductive situation heats the pot/kettle directly…inductive, conductive, I have no idea what the word is but if the pointy power thing from the power base goes into the kettle/pot, it’s the fastest/greenest way to use electricity. I have an electric tea kettle like this and love it, so I was stoked to see moka pot took the same route and made this thing.
It’s literally like ur stovetop version only instead of heating it on the stove, the situation sits on a power base that heats the lower water chamber and makes espresso in the top part.
The directions are pretty straight fwd…wash it all except the power base, add water to the metal pot thing —half way for 3 cups, all the way to the marker line for 6 cups (these are espresso cups, not like 8oz, know what I mean?)
Put the top pitcher thing onto it and place on power base. Hit the on button. Done. It made espresso so fast, I hadn’t finished heating the milk before it was done. It’s quiet too—super quiet..you don’t get that plopping sound typical of the stove version when it’s about to spew espresso.
It cleans up like the typical moka pot—rinse/wipe the pitcher part, empty and dry the metal water boiler and store away wherever you have space. Easy. Oh and obvs empty the grounds and rinse/wipe the grounds holder thing.
The directions are a bit overdone tho. The base doesn’t get hot so it’s safe for your counter top—I maybe misread them or something, and put a pot holder under the unit for the first brew, but it never got hot underneath. That’s typical..my electric tea kettle doesn’t get hot under its power base either…I’m guessing if it did it would mean a big problem and prob a fire, so long as it’s cool, no worries.
In comparison to a stove moka pot, the aluminum interior of the grinds holder is very thin..very very thin. Maybe bc it isn’t getting as intensely hot as the stove version? The water boiling chamber though is very heavy thick aluminum, and actually better than the stove version.
I’ve seen some reviews that the sealing gasket can fail and need replacement…that’s true of the stove version too, so maybe locate some gaskets sooner than later.
Overall this is an amazingly brilliant idea that finally brings moka into the present century. Make fab espresso and use less power—love this!!!
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Imusa Electric Espresso Maker
We Live in Caffeinated Times
It’s no wonder that espresso is the most common coffee beverage all over the world. While many simply enjoy the charge it can offer, for many, the drinking of espresso is a valued social custom with endless varieties.
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Product Details:
- Flip Up Top and Side-Pour Spout
- Cool Touch Handle
- Capable of Making 3 and 6 Cups
- Detachable Base
- Pressurized 2-Level Safety Valve
- Recipe Included
- 120V – 480W
Easy to Use
Explore with the IMUSA coffee maker by making espresso with your favorite brand coffee. The options are endless. In addition to lattes, Americanos, and cappuccinos, the Cubans have ‘cortaditos’, the Colombians love their ‘tinto’ and of course there is the thick and unforgettable Turkish blend. Explore your favorite variety of ground espresso and make delicious homemade drinks in the comfort of your home.
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About IMUSA
We invite you to learn about our line of products, try our recipes, and explore the exciting world of ethnic cuisines. Our mission is to bring our customers authenticity and tradition. Our constant pursuit of innovation has led us to develop many new products each year, that make cooking fun and Easy. IMUSA offers all types of kitchen tools for varying cuisines including Asian, Latin, Mexican, Caribbean and Anglo Gourmet. IMUSA is committed to providing the best and most complete assortment of HISPANIC and INTERNATIONAL cookware and accessories available.
Make it Real…Make it IMUSA.
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| capacity | 48 ounces | 1.5 ounces | 6 cups | 10 ounces | 1.5 ounces | 10 ounces |
| material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| input interface | touch screen | buttons | buttons | buttons | buttons | touch screen |
| wattage | 480 watts | 800 watts | 800 watts | — | 230 watts | 1000 watts |
| model name | Espresso Maker | Espresso Maker | Espresso Maker | MOKA POT | Espresso Maker | Stovetop Espresso Maker coffee pot |
| weight | — | 2.73 pounds | 1.24 kilograms | — | 2.75 pounds | 0.62 pounds |
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Makes a mean cup of Joe!
For about the same price as the name brand moka pot, this does the exact same thing but much more efficiently as an electric. It makes the exact same great cup of coffee and I have been using the Bialetti moka makers for many years. The only reason I give it four stars is because the spring it sits on is too strong when empty, but when full of water or coffee it does not lean over. It seems minor, but it is otherwise a great product.
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BM
Great machine
Reviewed in Canada on September 23, 2022Size: 3-6-CupColor: RedPattern Name: Moka MakerVerified Purchase
Sandy
El precio y el diseño en relación a la calidad!
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Paul Joly
works realy great
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Alex
Es una cafetera hermosa pequeña pero suficiente para dos cafés exquisitos
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Great surprise
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