Simply ingenious, this time-honored Italian stovetop coffee maker is an espresso-lovers essential, and a black finish gives the Moka pot a fresh update. Just fill the base with water, add ground coffee to the filter and heat on the stove. Water is forced upward through the grounds, brewing a fresh pot of intense, full-bodied coffee in minutes.Cast aluminum construction. Black finish. Stay-cool handle and knob. Ergonomic handle. Safety valve. Compatible with gas, electric and glass stove tops. Aluminum, thermoplastic and silicone construction. Rinse clean with water only. Made in Italy.