Bialetti Break Alpina Stovetop Coffee Maker – 3 Cup

The Bialetti Break Alpina is a green stovetop coffee maker styled after the Cappello Alpino hat and its raven feather, worn by Italy’s Alpini Corps. Based on the Moka Express design, this 3-cup pot brews approximately 130ml of rich, espresso-style coffee.

Perfect For

• People who enjoy rich, concentrated stovetop coffee
• Households wanting approximately approximately 130ml brewed coffee per brew
• Home brewing or travel where a compatible stovetop or gas cooker is available

Feature

• Pressure-valve brewing: The pressure system is designed to produce a rich, balanced cup; Brikka models are designed to create thicker crema.
• Aluminium construction: Food-grade aluminium body for stovetop coffee preparation.
• Inspectable safety valve: Patented valve is easy to inspect and clean.
• Ergonomic handle: Black heat-resistant BPA-free Bakelite handle.
• Alpina-inspired design: Green design inspired by the Cappello Alpino and raven feather.

Specifications

• Brand: Bialetti
• Model: Break Alpina
• Capacity: 3 espresso cups; approximately 130ml brewed coffee
• Material: Food-grade aluminium
• Handle: Black heat-resistant BPA-free Bakelite
• Compatibility: Stovetop and gas cooker; not suitable for induction
• Dishwasher: Not dishwasher safe
• Coffee funnel internal diameter: 60mm
• Gasket dimensions: 60mm outer diameter × 50mm inner diameter
• Filter diameter: 57mm
• Base diameter: 90mm
• Height: 160mm
• Made in: Romania

What’s Included

• Bialetti Break Alpina coffee maker

FAQs

• How much coffee does the 3-cup Alpina brew?
  The listed approximate brewed volume is 130ml, measured in espresso cups.
• Is it induction compatible?
  No. This aluminium model is not suitable for induction cooktops.
• Can it go in the dishwasher?
  No. It is not dishwasher safe.
• What grind and dose are suggested?
  The supplied guidance suggests about 24g of coffee ground coarser than espresso. Level the grounds without tamping.
• What is the design inspired by?
  Its green body is styled after the Cappello Alpino hat with raven feather associated with Italy’s Alpini Corps.
• Where is it made?
  The listing specifies Romania.
• What is the handle made from?
  Black heat-resistant BPA-free Bakelite.

Suggested Brewing Instructions

1. Check that the pot, gasket and valve are clean.
2. Use about 24g of coffee, ground coarser than espresso. Fill the funnel and level the grounds without tamping.
3. Fill the base with hot water to just below the safety valve.
4. Assemble the pot and heat on medium.
5. When brewing reaches a gurgling sound, turn off the heat and remove the pot. The listing suggests rinsing the base with cool water to stop further brewing.
6. Pour and enjoy.

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