How man actual ounces of espresso does it make? is it two demitasse cups max? and does it TASTE as good as what brews in a stovetop Bialetta Moka?
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The italian CUP is only 1.5 oz, so the production of this machine is about 3 oz. The problem with stove fire size is in Italy we got a small fire but in USA is usually rare to get a fire only 3 in like the base of the 2 cups italian moka.( fire must be large LIKE the base of pot and NOT TOO BIG !! ) So using the electric model will help to give the right temperature to the coffee making since is important a SLOW fire to make a good coffee. The taste is the same since is only a problem of temperature(s). Bread or pizza making make difference in wood fire because the contact with wood and ashes make bread/pizza a better taste.
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I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel back in time and assure myself I am buying the correct pot. I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel... » Read More I asked the same question four months ago and never got a reply. This is a simple glitch to fix at the site; wake someone up. I had to buy it to find out. IT IS A 500 ml POT. 220 ml (aprx 7 oz.) will fill the bottom portion below the hammered design if you just want to make 2 good demi-tasse cups of coffee minus the solids. You can make a decent small coffee as well as a larger amount to share so don't listen to much of the chatter from the "experts" online regarding appropriate size to buy. Well made, nice design, worth the extra dollars for a very solid ibrik. Now I will travel back in time and assure myself I am buying the correct pot. « Show Less
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it yields about 1 1/2 ounces per cup. I have a 6-cup model and it gives me 8-9 ounces of coffee. Their "cups" are espresso cups, about 1 1/2 ounce cups.
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Yes it can make what ever you want. To make your requested 11 oz cup of coffee you would need to use 1 nespresso capsule and 10 oz of milk. Keep in mind this is an espresso machine. One capsule makes about 1 Oz or 2.5 OZ of coffee that's it - to make more you need to use more capsules.
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It makes 6 cups of espresso. In Italy this size coffee maker is a 6-cup, you have to use espresso cups (not filled to the rim) and you'll get 6 out of a full pot.
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When Bialetti says 6 cup IMO they refer to espresso cups that are small not typical 6 oz American, so maybe you might get 2 American size cups of strong coffee out of the 6 cup.
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I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the grounds. I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the... » Read More I measured the contents of the carafe. Although it is marked 8 "cups", the volume is about 40 oz., which means about 5 oz. per "cup". The cup is probably intended to be a standard coffee cup which comes with a plate set - not the common coffee mug which most people use which is about 12 oz. That being said, the Yama makes about 4 standard coffee mugs per pot. I think you'd have to make at least a half pot (2 mugs full) for good results as not all of the water goes up into the top... any less might not provide enough water in the top to actually do the brewing of the grounds. « Show Less
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We routinely make two 12 oz cups, just adjust the grinds accordingly. We love our moccamaster, paired with the breville grinder and Weavers organic blend beans. Coffee bliss
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Anyone who takes the time to carefully choose espresso beans...+grinds them finely...+spends $$ getting an espresso maker, would know this is served in intentionally tiny espresso cups w/little saucers! (get the little silver spoons when purchasing the espresso set. U+ your guests will be glad. This does make the perfect amount for 4-6 espresso cup servings w/frothed milk. I serve it for after dinner parties w/biscotti !fabulous!
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I estimate that I make about half as much, one good sized mug versus 2 good sized mugs. True, as seems usual with these espresso coffee pots, they are listed as making 3 times as many cups, but I assume that means those very tiny cups. So far, I do enjoy using mine. Hope this is of help.
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The base of this holds 28 ounces, or 3 1/2 cups of water. My espresso yield, though, is about 24 ounces, or 3 cups. My espresso cups hold about 3 ounces, so I have 8 servings from this pot.
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We clocked this at 9 bar, a little over a moka pot at 6, but under the recommended 15 for espresso. The Nespresso line is 19 by comparison. A bar is about 14.5 psi, so you need a little over 200 for "true" espresso.
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I used to have a Brikka (older model), but after I ruined it, I bought a Moka (since it was cheaper and because it got such good reviews). I ended up selling the Moka shortly after because I'd rather drink instant coffee - I just couldn't stand the taste of the Moka. From someone who downgraded from a Brikka to a Moka, it was kind of unacceptable. I think it would definitely be worth a try to upgrade. Let us know what you think! Oh, just fyi, it's cheaper to get the Brikka from the actual Bialetti website (free shipping for the 4-cup) than it is to buy it on Amazon, I have no idea why.
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I've never really measured it, but I'd say it only makes about 8-10 oz of coffee at a time (maybe a bit more). I can generally make 2 very strong espresso drinks per pot. The "6-Cup" description is referring to cups of espresso, not 8 oz cups. Hope that helps.
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2-3cups. Not strong traditional moka coffee from this pot. Get the Bialetti electric version, makes true monks coffee
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A standard shot of espresso is 1.5 ounces. If you're pulling a double shot, then you should use about 17 grams of coffee to pull 3 oz.
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The size I have (12-14 cup) will hold 12-14 oz of water in the bottom chamber. A shot of espresso is usually 1 oz so you can get 12 "cups" of espresso out of one full pot (hence the name 12-14 cup coffee pot). We usually make one pot of very strong coffee (not quite espresso strength) and make lattes in our big coffee mugs - we can get 2 big lattes per pot this way. Hope this helps!