Primula PES-3306 Classic Stovetop Espresso Maker 6 Cup
- 6 cups, demitasse servings
- Cast aluminum body, metallic finish
- Safety release valve limits pressure
- 4.06 x 6.34 x 7.48 inches
- Flip-top lid, heat-resistant knob and handle
- #6 filter size, reusable
- 1 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A cast aluminum stovetop moka pot that brews demitasse servings of espresso or Cuban coffee, with a safety release valve and a flip-top lid. The weight entry in the specs looks wrong.
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ASIN: B001J1L59ECategory: Stovetop Espresso & Moka Pots
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Overview
Primula makes this classic moka pot from cast aluminum, with a lower chamber for water, a filter for ground coffee and an upper chamber where the finished espresso collects. A flip-top lid has a temperature resistant knob and handle.
Simple stovetop brewing with a safety valve is the reason to buy, and the title names both Italian and Cuban style coffee. The limit is detail: dishwasher guidance is absent, and the weight entry cannot be right.
Who it's for
Cuban coffee and moka drinkers who like manual stovetop brewing suit it. Large gatherings call for a bigger pot or a drip machine.
Pros and cons
- Safety release valve
- Cast aluminum body
- Heat-resistant knob and handle
- Step-by-step instructions included
- Weight entry unreliable
- Dishwasher guidance not listed
- Induction use not stated
Performance notes
Water in the lower chamber heats until steam pressure pushes it up through the ground coffee into the upper chamber, and the safety release valve caps that pressure at a set level. Cast aluminum spreads burner heat evenly, so a moderate flame gives a steadier extraction. Grind and fill level change strength.
Specifications
| Brand | Primula |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| coffee_filter_size | #6 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 4.06"D x 6.34"W x 7.48"H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 cups |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Stovetop, manual |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Color | Silver |
| Exterior Finish | Metallic |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Stovetop espresso maker |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1-year limited warranty |
| Other details | |
| Coffee Maker Type | Moka pot |
| Coffee Input Type | Ground coffee |
| Filter Type | Reusable |
Closest rivals on specs
IMUSA B120-42T Aluminum Stovetop Espresso Maker 3 Cup- Capacity 6 vs 3 cups (+100%)
- Item Weight 0.05 vs 0.64 pounds (-92%)
Bialetti Moka Induction Moka Pot 4 Cup- Capacity 6 vs 0.8 cups (+650%)
- Item Weight 0.05 vs 0.48 pounds (-90%)
GROSCHE Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker 3 Cup- Capacity 6 vs 0.6 cups (+900%)
- Item Weight 0.05 vs 0.31 pounds (-84%)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Primula Classic suited to Cuban coffee?
Yes. The title and the specific uses name Cuban coffee, espresso, Italian coffee and latte.
Does the Primula Classic come with instructions?
The description says each box includes easy step-by-step instructions.