Common faults: scorching and bitterness
The common faults in ibrik and Moka pot brewing that lead to scorching and bitterness, and how to prevent them.
Preheated water
Paper filters and hacks for Moka
Creative ways to use paper filters and simple hacks with the Moka pot to improve clarity, reduce sediment, and fine-tune flavor.
Pre-wetting and blooming options
How pre-wetting and blooming techniques can be adapted to Moka pot and ibrik methods, and their effects on extraction and flavor.
Water charge temperature choice
How the starting water temperature in a Moka pot affects extraction balance, safety, and flavor outcomes.
Heat management and channeling
How heat control during Moka pot brewing influences extraction, and how poor management can cause channeling through the coffee bed.