Alessi 9090/M - Modern Espresso Coffee Maker, Crafted in 18/10 Stainless Steel, Shiny Mirror Finish, 10-Cup Capacity

About

The Alessi 9090/M Espresso Coffee Maker, created by renowned designer Richard Sapper for Italian brand Alessi, is a stunning stovetop espresso maker. Crafted from premium stainless steel with a gleaming mirror finish, this coffee maker boasts a sleek and stylish aesthetic. Its handle and knob feature a distinctive design that is both visually captivating and highly functional.

Ideal for coffee enthusiasts seeking a delectable espresso experience without the hassle of an electric machine, the 9090/M has the capacity to brew up to six cups of rich and flavorful coffee in just minutes. Operating this coffee maker is a breeze – simply fill the reservoir with water, add finely ground coffee to the basket, and place it on your stovetop to begin the brewing process.

One exceptional feature of the Alessi 9090/M Espresso Coffee Maker is its patented safety valve, which carefully regulates pressure and ensures that the handle remains cool throughout the brewing process. This makes it a user-friendly and secure option, even for those less familiar with stovetop espresso makers.

All in all, the Alessi 9090/M Espresso Coffee Maker is an exquisite blend of timeless design and impeccable craftsmanship. Delivering exceptional coffee effortlessly, it is a superb choice for individuals seeking a durable and visually pleasing stovetop espresso maker that will stand the test of time.

Features

The company: Founded in 1921 as a “Workshop for the processing of brass and nickel silver sheet metal, with foundry”, Alessi has always stood out for the high quality of its products. In almost a century of history, the company has gradually evolved to become one of the leading “Factories of Italian design”, capable of applying its expertise and excellence in design management to many different product types. Open to change and international development, Alessi at the same time has a strong bond with the traditions and cultural background of its area and continues to be synonymous with handcrafted objects produced with the help of machines.

Alessigraphy: the geography of Alessi production: Since the Company's Foundation in 1921 the Majority of Alessi Products have Been Manufactured through the Cold Working of Metals, a Tradition that is Kept Alive Today by the Skilled Workers at the Crusinallo Plant in Omegna.

The Designer: Richard Sapper

9090: Alessi

9090 Coffee Maker: "I wanted to give this machinery the features that others do not have." With these words Richard Sapper described the idea from which he started to draw 9090 espresso coffee maker. It is therefore not a banal coffee pot but a real "steam machine" as the author also states. Made of stainless steel 18/10, 9090 is original not only for its special truncated cone shape but also for some functional innovations such as the enlarged base that allows to maximize heat, the anti-drip spout and the lever lock that allow one to open the coffee pot with a simple gesture of the hand.

Date first listed on Amazon: June 11, 2009

Item model number: 9090/M

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