MOKA Coffee

The Classic Italian Brew

In Italy, a Caffè Moka is more than just coffee; it’s an integral part of Italian culture, bringing robust flavor and rich aroma into every home. Unlike a mocha found in the U.S., there’s no chocolate here—just pure, full-bodied coffee prepared in a traditional Moka pot.

The Moka pot, with its iconic hourglass shape, is a staple on Italian stovetops. This two-chambered design heats water in the lower chamber, creating vapor pressure that pushes the hot water through the coffee grounds in the filter and collects the rich, brewed coffee in the upper chamber. The result? A flavorful, aromatic coffee that’s perfect for those who appreciate bold taste.

How to Prepare Moka Coffee

Fill the base chamber with cold water, up to the safety valve. Place the filter inside.

Fill the filter with Tonino Lamborghini ground coffee, ensuring the grounds are level but not packed down.

Check that the filter and rubber gasket are securely in place, then screw the upper chamber onto the base.

Place the Moka pot on the stove over low heat. (Low heat preserves the coffee’s delicate flavors.)

Remove the pot as soon as the coffee begins to gurgle, just before it bubbles up—this ensures only the finest flavors are extracted.

Stir the coffee gently before serving to harmonize its rich aromas.

What is a Moka Pot?

Invented in Italy in the 1930s, the Moka pot draws its name from Mocha, a Yemeni city renowned for coffee excellence. Each Moka pot features a bottom chamber, filter funnel, and an upper chamber, all designed to create a rich, complex coffee that pays homage to Italian tradition.