Evva Black aluminium moka pot for induction, stovetop espresso Ibili

Evva Black moka pot: cast aluminium suitable for induction

The Evva Black by Ibili is an Italian moka pot / stovetop espresso maker made of cast aluminium with a reinforced 5 mm base suitable for every hob, induction included — something unusual in aluminium moka pots, which normally do not work on induction hobs. Available from 6 to 12 cups (300 to 600 ml), in a sober, elegant matte black. It combines the best of both worlds: the fast extraction and dense espresso of aluminium with the full hob compatibility of steel coffee makers.

Technical features

• Cast aluminium body, an excellent heat conductor.
• Reinforced 5 mm base compatible with induction, ceramic, electric and gas hobs.
• Heat-insulating handle and knob: they stay cool when you serve.
• Safety valve and funnel filter, classic to the moka pot.
• Not dishwasher safe: aluminium is washed by hand (this preserves the finish).

Available sizes

Select the size from the drop-down; the reference and capacity match the model you choose.

Aluminium and induction: why this moka pot does work

Aluminium is not ferromagnetic, so an ordinary aluminium moka pot will not heat up on induction. The Evva range solves this with its special 5 mm base, which induction hobs detect without any adapter. Shop tip: on hobs with large cooking zones, check the minimum detection diameter if you choose the small sizes; from 6 cups upwards this is rarely an issue.

How to use it (and how to get the best coffee)

Water in the base up to the valve, medium-ground coffee in the funnel without tamping, and a medium-low heat. The tip we always repeat in the shop: take it off the heat as soon as the coffee starts to bubble up — letting it boil scorches the coffee and is the number one cause of bitter moka pots. Aluminium, a great heat conductor, extracts a dense, aromatic espresso in just a few minutes, and the thick base spreads the temperature evenly with no hot spots.

Which size should you choose?

The "cups" of a moka pot are espresso cups (about 50 ml). For 1-2 people, the small sizes; for the daily coffee of a coffee-loving home, the 6-cup; the 9- or 12-cup for frequent guests, gatherings or small offices. If you are torn between two sizes, choose the smaller one: a moka pot performs best when full.

Ibili quality, with spare parts available

Ibili has been making kitchenware for generations in Bergara (Basque Country). At Hiperchef, where we have sold kitchenware since 1977, we carry the whole Ibili range of coffee makers and their genuine spare parts (gaskets and filters): when the rubber loses its seal over the years, you change it in a minute and the coffee maker is as good as new.

Good to know

• The black finish is lacquered over the aluminium: avoid abrasive scourers.
• Wash the body by hand with water and mild soap and let the coffee maker dry uncovered, with the gasket aired out, to prevent odours and extend the life of the rubber.
• First time: make one or two "sacrificial" pots and throw them away; the inside gets seasoned and the coffee comes out with all its aroma.