Bottega Wood-Handle Moka
Cool-touch wood handle · drip-free pour · two sizes
Hot handle, flinching pour.
You reach for the moka mid-pour and the metal handle bites your hand, so the coffee lands half on the counter.
That little flinch is why your first cup arrives shaky and half-spilled. The Bottega Wood-Handle Moka fixes it at the grip: a wood-grain handle and matching knob that stay cool while the eight-sided aluminum body builds pressure on the stove. Because the handle never heats, the pour stays steady and drip-free, every time. Mornings turn quiet and exact, rich stovetop coffee poured with a calm hand.
Grip stays cool. The pour stays sure.
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Specifications
Care & maintenance
Aluminum and soap are enemies. The handle doesn't like the dishwasher. Rinse, dry, repeat.
- Rinse only: Warm water, soft cloth, no soap. The aluminum builds a useful coffee patina that tastes better with each brew.
- Dry fully: Disassemble after every brew, especially the gasket. Trapped moisture corrodes aluminum from inside.
- Replace the gasket: Once a year, or when the seal weakens. Universal-size gaskets are easy to find.
- Handle care: Wipe the wood-grain handle and knob with a barely damp cloth. Keep them out of the dishwasher so the finish stays sharp.
- Color care: The painted finish washes well, but skip abrasive scrubbers, they scratch the paint.
Frequently asked
How many cups does each size make?
Coffee is measured in Italian moka cups, each about 1.5 fl oz. The small pot holds 150 ml (about 5 fl oz), roughly 3 moka cups. The large pot holds 300 ml (about 10 fl oz), roughly 6 moka cups. Think two short espressos versus four.
What is the difference between Black and Black Premium?
Both share the same matte finish. Black Premium uses a tighter, more precisely machined threading and gasket seat, which means a cleaner seal, a quieter pressure release, and fewer drips at the joint. Same brew, sharper assembly.
Is the handle real wood?
It is a wood-grain handle and matching lid knob over an aluminum core. It stays cool longer than plastic on a hot stove, never melts or yellows, and the wide grip is easy on the wrist when pouring. The look is warm wood, the build is durable.
Which color should I pick?
Black is matte and modern. White brightens a wood counter. Red is the classic Italian bold. Blue is calm and deep. The brew is identical, only the shelf appearance changes.
What grind do I use?
Fine to medium-fine, slightly coarser than espresso. Fill the basket level, never tamp. Tamping over-restricts the flow, stalls the brew, and pushes bitter notes.
Can I use it on induction?
No. The body is aluminum, which is not induction-compatible. Use it on gas, electric, or ceramic, add an induction converter plate, or pick a stainless steel moka instead.
How long should it last?
Years of daily brewing if you treat it right. The aluminum body is essentially indestructible. The gasket and filter plate are wearable parts. Replace the gasket about once a year and the filter when it deforms. Both are universal sizes.