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There are many coffee extraction methods, yet they are often overlooked.
Until a few years ago, the distinction was limited to the moka pot, barista-made coffee, or the newer capsule system. However, coffee is a world full of discovery. That’s why we have put together a quick overview of home brewing alternatives, offering a broader selection for enjoying the most beloved morning ritual.
For espresso lovers:
ESPRESSO. The most loved by Italians, this is the method that best extracts the essence of ground coffee. Thanks to high-pressure extraction, the soluble compounds responsible for flavour are extracted, along with the insoluble ones (oils and colloids), which give body and lock in the aromas.
MOKA. In this method, coffee is brewed as water moves from the bottom to the top, thanks to the pressure generated by steam in the lower chamber. The result is a coffee with a strong taste and intense aroma. Here, extraction occurs with low pressure, meaning the coffee grounds are used more thoroughly.
CAPSULE OR POD SYSTEM. The domestic revolution of recent years, offering a practical and fast way to prepare coffee. Here, too, balance is key: timing, temperature, pressure, and dosage. The result? A coffee that closely resembles an authentic Italian espresso, as good as in a café.
For filter coffee lovers:
AEROPRESS. A system using two hollow, concentric cylinders that brews coffee at a lower extraction temperature, allowing full immersion of the coffee in water. The result is a longer drink than espresso, with a lighter body.
FRENCH PRESS. Very similar to the Aeropress, this method involves steeping ground coffee in boiling water inside a glass container. A plunger at the top is then pressed down to filter the brew, separating it from the coffee grounds. The result? A smooth, long coffee meant to be savoured slowly.
V60. The perfect extraction method for enjoying a great American-style coffee (filter coffee). It involves a V-shaped paper filter holding the ground coffee, over which water is poured and then drips through into the cup below via percolation. The result is a long, clean-tasting brew.
CHEMEX. Very similar to the V60 in terms of extraction method, this involves pouring hot water over a paper filter before adding the coffee grounds. The drink is then collected in an elegant hourglass-shaped carafe. The result? A truly stylish filter coffee!
NAPOLITAN COFFEE POT. Composed of a top reservoir with a small opening, a hollow cylinder with perforated surfaces that holds the ground coffee, and a lower reservoir for collecting the brewed coffee with a spout. When the water reaches boiling point, steam escapes through a small hole, signalling that the heat should be turned off. At this point, the cuccumella is flipped, allowing the water to percolate through the coffee grounds and collect in the lower chamber. The result? A coffee with a rich body, intense aroma, and deep flavour.
