The Bialetti espresso pot has long set the standard for stovetop espresso makers. With the invention of the Bialetti in the 1930s, espresso—long a staple of Italian cafés and bars—became available for home consumption. Today, this classic of twentieth-century industrial design can be found in 90 percent of Italian homes. Now Italy’s favorite pot is available in a vibrant red finish. Put it to work in your kitchen, and enjoy delicious espresso from your gas or electric stovetop.
Classic two-part cast aluminum design sets the standard for stovetop espresso makers
A staple in cafés and homes around the world since the 1930s
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 enters the upper chamber, filling it with perfectly brewed coffee, as the pot hisses and gurgles
Remove the pot from the heat and let it stand until the lower chamber is releasing only steam