555314 Sat Sep 06 22:23:49 -0700 2008 1 41 Cookware 0 4014533 I'm debating between two different stovetop moka devices. Ideally, I'd be able to make just moka coffee, or any fancier drink that I may want. The Bialetti Mukka is available for $100. This would make my cappuccino and lates 2 cups at a time, but I don't know if I can use it to make just plain moka coffee. If I run this machine without milk, will I end up with just regular espresso, or does it get "frothed" like the finished product is supposed to? If I can't use this for regular espresso/moka, I'd have to add another $28 for the 6 cup Moka Express. The 6 cup Moka Express and the 32 oz non-stick Tutta milk frother are available for about $50 total. Naturally, this would get me my moka, with the option of doing milk-based drinks. On the other hand, this requires a bit of a learning curve and some elbow grease which isn't necessarily the goal when brewing that first half-asleep cup in the morning. Consistency and ease of use are in favor of the Mukka, but moka-making is questionable and price is definitely high. Versatility and cost suppose the Moka Express, but is the extra hassle really worth the modest savings? Opinions and suggestions are welcome. Sat Sep 06 22:23:49 -0700 2008 202467 Zedeff 1 4015327 If you look on the Bialetti website and look at the online manual for the Mukka Express Cappuccino maker, it indicates that you should make a few pots of coffee without milk first to season the pot. That tells me that you can do both, have a good stovetop espresson or a cappuccino. http://www.bialettishop.com/MukkaMain.htm Sun Sep 07 11:43:13 -0700 2008 4014533 197919 sandih