Mocha pot is a small household manual coffee utensil that uses the pressure of boiling water to extract espresso. The coffee extracted from a Mocha pot can be used for various espresso drinks, such as latte coffee. Due to the fact that mocha pots are usually coated with aluminum to improve thermal conductivity, cleaning and maintenance are particularly important.
Choose a Mocha Pot of Common Sizes
For a mocha pot, it is necessary to add an appropriate amount of coffee and water to ensure smooth extraction. Therefore, before purchasing a Mocha pot, it is recommended to choose a size that is frequently used.
When purchasing a Mocha pot for the first time
Moka pots are usually coated with wax or oil during the manufacturing process to prevent rusting. If purchasing for the first time, it is recommended to wash and try again 2-3 times. Some online merchants specialize in providing coffee beans for cleaning, rather than coffee beans for drinking. The coffee brewed with these coffee beans cannot be consumed. If coffee beans are not provided, use old or spoiled coffee beans at home, as wasting them is still a waste.
The joint becomes hard
For newly purchased mocha pots, the joint area between the top and bottom may be a bit hard. In addition, if not used for a long time, the joints of the mocha pot may also become hard. The joint is too hard, which may cause the extracted coffee liquid to leak out. In this case, it is much easier to apply cooking oil on the inside of the joint, then wipe or repeatedly twist it up and open it again.
Mocha pot structure
Mocha pot is made of stainless steel and aluminum, mainly divided into three parts:
1. Extract the upper part of coffee (including filter and gasket)
2. A funnel-shaped basket for holding coffee beans
3. Boiler for holding water
Cleaning Mocha Pot
-Try to clean only with water and avoid using cleaning agents. Use cleaning agents to clean, as cleaning agents may remain in every corner and crevice of the pot, including the gasket and center column, which may cause the extracted coffee to taste unpleasant.
-In addition, if a brush is used for cleaning, it may erode the surface of the pot, causing discoloration and oxidation, making it unsuitable for long-term use.
-Do not use in dishwashers except for brushes or washers. Cleaning in a dishwasher is likely to oxidize.
-Be careful when cleaning, handle with care.
Clean up coffee oil residue
There may be residual coffee oil when cleaning with water. In this situation, you can gently wipe it off with a cloth.
Occasionally clean the gasket
The gasket should not be disassembled and cleaned frequently, as it may accumulate foreign objects. It only needs to be cleaned occasionally.
To remove moisture from the mocha coffee maker
Mocha pots are made of stainless steel and aluminum. They must be cleaned and thoroughly dried after each use, and should be kept away from damp environments as much as possible. Additionally, store the top and bottom of the pot separately.
The coffee granules are slightly coarser
The coffee granules used in the Mocha pot should be slightly coarser than those in the Italian coffee machine. If the coffee particles are too fine and mishandled, coffee may not reach the spout during the extraction process and may leak between the boiler and container, posing a risk of burns.
Post time: Nov-11-2024