Has anyone had an issue with this only making 8 ounces? I have the 6 cup and for some reason it will not make the full amount.
1933404
I fill the water above the pressure valve. Also, the "cups" are European size, not typical American "super sized" cups.
1933405
I always fill the bottom part with water, right to the top of the pressure valve, that`s about as much as it holds. From my experience in Italy, a cup of espresso could be anywhere from 1.5-2.0oz.
1933406
Hi DA, when it comes to espresso, a cup of espresso means one shot of espresso, which is one ounce. When you order a latte at starbucks, it is all milk, with a single one ounce shot of espresso. you can make six latte's with this bialetti in one brewing. That's because one ounce of espresso is as strong one cup of regular coffee. i have had no issue with this bialetti making at least 6 ounces of espresso in one brewing.
1933407
I noticed, using the Bialetti Expresso maker, that you have to put enough water to cover the pressure valve, almost to the neck of the reservoir. You're sure to get an American 8 ounce size cup of good expresso! I also think that a high heat builds more pressure therefore brewing more coffee. Hope this helps.
329013
I stretched it to eight but really only six servings for a generous serving. I bought the maker with an extra bowl and I will plan to use it next time I have a large group!
1571739
I have never tried one cup but typically cook 2-3 cups without a problem. Conversely, I have never tried to cook 8 cups with this.
767461
I dont recommend, bcoz it will taste watery. One single cup at a time. But if you want to brew for 8oz, you can do it at the same time for two cups
255060
Sorry but I can't help & don't know why I was sent the question as I purchased the 8-cup model NOT the 4-cup one!
1432891
I have keuric coffee maker has setting of 6,8,10, fluid ounces when I set it on 10 fluid ounces it leaves room at top of cup.
1532395
I suspect that when they say "8 Cups" they mean 8 smallish coffee cups full. One pressing fills my large travel mug with some to spare. It's definitely on the smaller side, but without being able to keep it hot, I'd prefer that anyway
555698
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.
1532396
It does not make 8 cups. What that means is 8, 4-oz cups (a European sized coffee). It will make 32-oz at one time. Regular, U.S.-sized coffee cups are about 10-12 oz. each, so if you are looking to make a ton of coffee, you cannot. I generally make 32-oz in the morning and it gives me a cup for my husband and nearly 2 cups for me.
1028459
Maybe its your coffee 1 1/2 tbs--tablespoons is a lot to have to use for 6 oz. Buy a darker roast coffee. I use Trader Joe's Dark Roast and the coffee is perfect. I use 1 tablespoon per 8 0z.
320013
I have the 6 cup Moka Express and its great for making about two 3 ounce cups of coffee. I could drink the whole thing myself, but its enough to share!
959378
Yes. I just filled mine with 10 ounces of water, but that was practically overflowing. 8-1/2 ounces is probably the right amount of liquid.
2209553
I've heated it with very little water on it. It recommends having it full but I have had no issues heating a smaller portion of water. I often don't fill it until it's all out. So many cups later
659306
I wouldn't buy the bigger one. Just make another batch or two if you need it. The six ounce is plenty most of the time.
2273750
I haven't had a 6 cup kettle (they make one that size?). My parents had the large Revere kettle, then the smaller one as well. I had the smaller one until I dropped and split it and had to replace it. I've never had a problem with any of the three as far as performance, though I think the size may have changed.
1150114
it has the regular size from a 12 cup but style is space saver. Yes, you could make less then 8 cups.
707232
I don't think I can help you. Different makes of coffee makers produce slightly different coffee - sometimes you have to adjust the amount of coffee. Are you switching from another brand? Making less than four cups?