Sofia Vergara's Moka pot is the perfect countertop accessory – it comes in 7 colors and is under $30
The actress's white stovetop coffee maker is sleek, simple to use, and expert-approved – we found the exact model for easy shopping
When it comes to our morning rituals, we all tend to have a preference for the way we like to make coffee. There is the eternal French press vs. pour-over debate, while some of us like a good old-fashioned drip machine. However, there is no disputing that a Moka pot makes a rich, tasty brew.
Sofia Vergara is counted among their users, having recently shared a clip to her Instagram page of herself preparing coffee in her white Moka pot.
We found the exact match of the Griselda star's pot – the Grosche Milano Stovetop Espresso Maker. The best part? It's only $25.91.
First, let's talk specs. The stovetop espresso maker is available in 1-cup, 3 cups, 6 cups, 9-cup, and 12-cup sizes, though we believe a 3 or 6-cup size is ideal for everyday use. In addition to Vergara's white version, it comes in a variety of other colors, including black, blue, blush pink, red, silver, and indigo.
White Moka
This Vergara-approved pot is easier to use than electric espresso coffee machines and makes a rich cup of Espresso Moka coffee. We dare say it might even make mornings easier (maybe).
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One of our favorite features is the aforementioned high-pressureed wood handle. Not only does it look beautiful, and evoke a rustic modern ambiance, but it is highly practical, featuring a burn guard for fingers. The Italian Safety Valve also protects from high pressure buildup.
Despite its simplicity, utilizing Moka pots for milk-based espresso drinks is surprisingly easy. Coffee made in this pot in particular can easily be mixed with frothed or steamed milk for lattes or cappuccinos.
Additionally, Moka pots work on all gas and electric stove tops, as well as glass top induction stoves – just be mindful that they will heat slower on these surfaces since it is not magnetic.
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Grosche has even been approved by one of H&G's former eCommerce editors (and coffee expert), Laura Honey. She lauded the model for its soft-touch handle and milder brew.
'If you've been looking at moka pots, you'll know that Grosche is one of the big three, alongside Bialetti and Alessi,' she says in a roundup of the best Moka pots. 'The Milano is their bestselling model if you count the sales of the aluminum and steel models too.'
We recommend this coffee pot to anyone who is looking for a simple and timeless stovetop coffee maker – go for a 6+ cup if you entertain often or a bright color if you're looking to incorporate more vibrance into the kitchen. We'll raise a cup to that.
Hannah is Homes & Gardens’ News Editor, with a focus on celebrity style and entertainment content. She got her start in media as a digital editorial assistant at ELLE Canada, and has since written about lifestyle and culture for publications such as Nylon and i-D.
Her love of film is rivalled only by one with a great soundtrack, and she hopes to someday decorate a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen.
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