The 3 Primula Espresso Makers of 2020

The Primula espresso maker is a wide series of espresso makers which focus on brewing different coffee volumes. Moreover, there are three major types of Primula espresso makers along with several variants of each of them. To cut a long story short, Primal espresso maker is a solution to using expensive and difficult to operate espresso machines. As the Primula espresso makers will brew the best espresso within a few minutes that too, without even costing a ton.

Primula Espresso Maker

Primula stovetop espresso maker is a popular product line from Primula coffee products. It includes the stovetop espresso makers in abundance along with the tea products and water containers under Hydration category. However, the Primula coffee maker is the only category with maximum popularity. Because of the ever-increasing demand of the best-brewed coffee, the use of Primula espresso maker has kept on increasing.

Additionally, the Primula expresso maker is not only product line from this brand which has experienced popularity but also tea oriented products has become popular. Apart from that, when we talk about the Primula coffee makers then it means the products are something related to the cold brewing or espresso brewing methods. Also, the pour-over and the French press are other two coffee brewing products from the brand which goes neck to neck with the rest of the coffee products.

Without further ado, we will get to the working of the Primula stovetop espresso maker. We have described the proper method of brewing the coffee grounds in a Primula stovetop espresso maker as well. Additionally, you will get to know about the Primula espresso maker review. Lastly, you will be amazed after knowing the best brewing quality that results from the Primula espresso maker.

Working of Primula Stovetop Espresso Maker

All the Primula espresso makers work on the same principle because of its identical design and functioning. In simple terms, we can say that each frying pan will work on the same principle despite having different sizes and exterior designs. Similarly, the Primula espresso maker is a coffee brewing vessel which we use placing on the burner or other heating sources.

Further, the Primula coffee makers will have basic three components which contribute individually in brewing a perfect coffee. It includes the water boiler chamber with a relief valve on its neck. In addition to that, the coffee filter funnel sits on the top of the water boiler. The coffee funnel fits on the mouth of the water boiler in such a way that the perimeter of the boiler will cover the mouth of the boiler completely.

In the same manner, there comes the last component of the Primula espresso maker i.e. the serving flask. This component remains empty prior to brewing the coffee i.e. when the water boiler is filled with water. Thereafter, the water rises to the serving flask due to boiling and blending the coffee grounds along with rising. Because the coffee funnel will have the coffee grounds which easily brews when the vapor and hot water comes in contact with it. In fact, the vapor and hot water are nothing but the by-products of heating the Primula stovetop espresso maker.

Primula, one of the best stovetop espresso maker, brews the coffee grounds placed in the coffee filter funnel by using the vapor of the boiling water as well as the hot water when it rises. Basically, you have to boil the water to the point that its vapor, as well as semi-liquid vapor, rises into the serving flask. In this case, the coffee funnel with coffee grounds will act as a percolator and results in brewing. Hence, the water reaches to the serving flask will actually be the brewed coffee in liquid form.

Primula Espresso Makers – Variants

You might have seen the Primula pour over coffee maker review where some products of Primula will be reviewed. In contrast to that, this Primula espresso maker review will cover three types of products which has a lot in common yet have differences. Firstly, the Primula espresso makers will include the Moka pot made of different materials. It includes the aluminum and stainless steel.

In addition to that, Primula produces an aluminum Moka pot variant with a texture of elegant red or black paint. It is the third type of Primula stovetop espresso which is similar to that of the regular aluminum stovetop. Hence, the three variants include the plain aluminum Primula coffee maker, the colored aluminum Primula Stovetop espresso maker, and the Primula stainless steel espresso maker.

Primula Espresso Maker Reviews

This section covers the review of the three types of Primula espresso makers. We have reviewed these products on basis of its cost, brewing quality, aesthetics, reliability, etc.

#1. Primula 8936 PES-3306 Coffee Maker, 6 Cups

Starting with our best Primula stovetop espresso coffee maker from these Primula espresso maker reviews, the aluminum Moka pot PES 3306. This Primula stovetop espresso maker is made of cast aluminum which is rugged and a retains the heat because of its thick walls. Hence, you will get a warm coffee using the aluminum Primula coffee maker.

Additionally, there are many sub-variants of this coffee maker ranging from different the capacity of making 1 cup to 12 cups of coffee. In fact, there are two color options to choose with this model i.e. the original aluminum texture and another is the red color. Hence, the silver color with a mix of matt and luster appearance of the bare aluminum Primula espresso maker. Whereas, the red color Primula stovetop espresso maker will have the matt red color.

Coming to the brewing quality of the Primula expresso maker PES 3306, it uses the finely perforated filter funnel. It allows you to use the fine coffee grounds which result in the coffee rich in caffeine and hard taste. However, the central column of the apparent Primula stovetop espresso maker maintains the uniform pressure of brewing the coffee. The central column of the PES 3306 develops a layer of foam which results in a smoother coffee.

Furthermore, handling and brewing the coffee becomes a lot easier with the perfect plastic handle. In fact, the temperature resistant knob on the top adds to the ease of handling. Hence, anyone with minimum or no experience of brewing the coffee can handle this Primula coffee maker.

#2. Primula Stainless Steel 6 Cup Stovetop Espresso Maker

Here we have the Primula stainless steel 6 cup stovetop espresso maker which conducts the heat faster than the aluminum because of its slender stainless steel walls. Also, it will have a better appearance because of the shiny stainless steel walls. In fact, people should prefer this Primula espresso maker if they have invested a lot in buying the kitchenware of the stainless steel, especially with the matt finish.

Moreover, the stainless steel conducts more heat as it has thinner walls compared to the aluminum. In contrast to the heating fast, the coffee in the Primula stainless steel stovetop espresso maker will lose its warmth. Because of the faster heat dissipation and heat conduction go hand in hand.

Furthermore, the design of the flask has a seamless appearance despite having a minute opening of the water boiler. Additionally, the handle and temperature resistant knob at the top of the Primula espresso maker eases the handling. Also, the design gives this Primula stainless steel 6 cup stovetop espresso maker the appearance of the Carafe.

Adding to the fact, cleaning and handling of the apparent Primula stainless steel espresso maker are the major reason to buy this model. Also, getting the appropriate Primula coffee press 4 cup or the 6 cup variant.

#3. Primula PEBK-3306 6-Cup Aluminum Espresso Coffee Maker

Lastly, coming to the standard decagonal aluminum Primula espresso maker which confuses a lot of people with the Bialetti design. In fact, people get confused looking for the Primula express or the Primula expresso. However, the apparent product is similar to that of the Bialetti and brews a fantastic coffee within a few minutes.

Generally, the decagonal shape of the Primula espresso maker helps in speeding the healing process. However, you shall place the Moka pot in such a way that the flames do not touch the side walls. As it will develop a bitter taste in coffee due to partially burning the grounds.

The apparent Primula stovetop espresso coffee maker comes in the black color with a similar vessel like that of the regular 3306. Not to mention, this color is more appealing to some people because of its cult stance and aesthetics. In fact, the thick aluminum walls add a bit more to the appearance of the Primula stovetop espresso coffee maker.

Coming to the design and components of the PEBK 3306 Primula espresso maker, it features a similar design with lesser size options compared to the regular one. Hence, we are talking about the same espresso maker here that we saw in the first position, rather the apparent one comes in the black color.

How to Use Primula Espresso Makers?

Using the Primula espresso maker is almost the simplest method compared to other coffee brewing methods. However, if you are new to brewing coffee using the Primula espresso then you can follow these steps. In fact, you can follow these steps for all the Primula products as they work on similar principles.

1. Wash the Primula stovetop espresso maker thoroughly to eliminate the contaminants.
2. Pour water in the boiler chamber slightly below the pressure relief valve.
3. Then put coffee grounds of a fine profile in the coffee funnel with uniform distribution.
4. Place the coffee funnel on top of the boiler coinciding the perimeter of the mouth of the boiler.
5. Thereafter, screw the serving flask on top it.
6. Now the Primula coffee vessel is ready, place it on the burner or similar heating source.
7. Wait for a few minutes till the gurgling sound stops and shut the heating source.
8. Finally, you can have the Primula cups filled with its coffee.

Generally, the user manual will contain the Primula espresso maker instructions for each of its products. Now that, you have gone through the user guide here, you can easily brew the coffee. By the way, you shall keep the user manual while using the Primula coffee maker for the very first time.

THE ENDNOTE

In the end, we have seen the Primula coffee makers of both aluminum and stainless steel materials which can be considered as the entry level brand for making the coffee products. However, there was nothing bad about its products. In fact, the brewing quality and ease of handling set the Primula coffee makers apart from the rest of the brands.

Therefore, you can select any of the Primula espresso makers from these three major variants in different sizes according to your requirements. Because the only major thing common with all of these Primula coffee makers is their best brewing quality and nothing less. Its simple to use design will allow you to brew the finest coffees just after a few uses. Lastly, go through ‘How to use Primula?’ section while using a Moka pot for the first time.