Bialetti Moka Pot Moka Express Red 3 Cups - 130 ml
The iconic Moka Express, now in glossy red
Three cups of espresso: enough for breakfast for two
Rinse it with water after use to preserve its flavor
Not suitable for induction
Forget boring coffee makers and capsule machines: with the Bialetti Moka Express in glossy red, you can brew three cups of authentic, rich Italian espresso in just a few minutes. No fuss, no frills - just the aroma of freshly brewed coffee wafting through your kitchen as you start your day. This is no coincidence; it’s 90 years of Italian craftsmanship.
The original is always the best
The Moka Express is not a nod to a classic - it IS the classic. Since 1933, Bialetti has been making this iconic octagonal coffee maker, complete with the famous little man with the moustache on the side. Generations of Italians have grown up with that sound: the familiar bubbling when your coffee is ready. Now it’s on your stove, and it just feels right.
- Iconic design - The octagonal shape and glossy red finish make it as pleasing to the eye as the coffee it brews.
- Three cups at once - Enough for breakfast for two or a shot of espresso for yourself with some extra for later.
- Aluminium quality - Lightweight, strong, and proven over decades: aluminium conducts heat optimally for that full, rich espresso result.
- Versatile use - Suitable for gas, electric, halogen, and ceramic - it fits on almost any stove.
- Simple maintenance - Rinsing with warm water is all it needs: this way, it retains its flavour and lifespan.
- Sustainable purchase - With a two-year warranty and a construction that lasts for decades, this is quality that pays for itself.
This is how the Moka Express works - as simple as coffee should be
Fill the bottom chamber with cold water up to just below the small safety valve. Add your ground coffee - use an espresso or moka grind - loosely into the funnel, without pressing down. Screw the top on tightly and place the Moka Express on medium heat. Now all you have to do is wait - and smell. As soon as you hear that familiar bubbling and your coffee starts to fill the top, remove it from the heat. Done. Pour. Enjoy.
It sounds almost too simple, but that’s precisely the power of this device. No buttons, no pods, no complicated menu. Just you and your coffee; nothing else is needed. And that result - deep, full, intense - is exactly what you expect from a real espresso.
The red colour is not just a colour choice. Red stands for spice, for passion, for that Italian feeling of life and enjoyment. It doesn’t hide away in a cupboard; it proudly sits on your stove - and that’s exactly where it belongs.
Moka coffee: what makes it so special?
Moka coffee is not the same as espresso from a machine, and it doesn’t have to be. It’s something in between - stronger than filter coffee, fuller and more aromatic than an average cup, but with a character you won’t find elsewhere. The pressure that builds up in the Moka Express forces hot water through the layer of ground coffee and extracts everything: the depth, the bitterness, the aroma. Each cup is a moment for yourself.
Italians drink their moka coffee strong, short, and without too many frills. But you set the rules: add milk, make it a cappuccino with a frother, or enjoy it pure. The Moka Express gives you the base; you make it your version.
And for those who share coffee as a ritual - this is the perfect size. Three cups is just enough for breakfast for two or for that quiet moment before the day really begins. Enjoying fresh coffee together while the morning sun streams through the window: those are the memories you create with these little, beautiful things.
Maintenance: less is more
The Moka Express asks little of you - but that little is important. Rinse it after each use with warm water, without soap. Soap damages the aluminium and ruins the taste of your next cup of coffee. The dishwasher is also not recommended: it’s too aggressive for this proven material. Let it dry with the top open, so no moisture is left behind. That’s all. Do this consistently, and it will last you years - if not decades.
Notice that your coffee tastes less flavourful? Renew the rubber sealing ring and the filter disc: these are available separately and easy to replace. This way, you keep your Moka Express in top shape.
💡 Cookinglife Tip: Always use cold, fresh water and don’t set the flame too high. Low to medium heat gives the water time to evenly extract through the coffee, resulting in a fuller, less bitter taste. Set the flame too high? Then you go too fast and lose all those fine aromas. Take your time - the coffee is waiting for you, not the other way around.
Specifications
- Brand: Bialetti
- Collection: Moka Express
- Type: Moka pot
- Colour: Red
- Material: Aluminium
- Capacity: 130 ml (3 cups)
- Length: 140 mm
- Width: 100 mm
- Height: 170 mm
- Weight: 490 grams
- Suitable for: Gas, electric, halogen, ceramic
- Not suitable for: Induction
- Dishwasher safe: No
- Hand wash: Yes
- Warranty: 2 years
In the package
- Bialetti Moka Pot Moka Express Red 3 Cups (130 ml)
The Bialetti Moka Express in red is not just a coffee maker - it’s a daily ritual in a smart outfit. Whether you’re alone or sharing: put it on the heat, listen to the bubbling, and enjoy the best cup of coffee you can give yourself. Add it to your order and brew your first real Italian moka tomorrow morning.
