La Cafetiere Bialetti Venus 10 Cups Espresso Maker

Ten espresso cups, 450 ml — the largest in the line, for a table rather than a person. It stands 245 mm tall, so check the space under your extractor before choosing it.

The stainless steel Venus brews by the same method as the Moka Express, in a shape better suited to a modern kitchen. Food-grade stainless steel throughout, so it works on every hob including induction, with a drip-less spout, a heat-resistant ergonomic handle and Bialetti's patented safety valve.

Fill the base to just below the safety valve, insert the funnel and fill it loosely with moka-ground coffee without tamping. Screw the top on firmly, using the body rather than the handle for leverage, and set it on a low to medium heat. Remove it as soon as the upper chamber fills — boiling it on gives the bitter, burnt cup. Allow longer than the smaller sizes and keep the heat low; a large base brought up fast scorches the coffee.

Hand wash in warm water and dry each part fully before reassembling. No detergent, no abrasives, not dishwasher safe. Wash all parts before first use and discard the first three brews. Covered by Bialetti’s one-year manufacturer warranty.