Sip of History

The Birth of the Moka Maker

The Moka pot was invented in 1933 by Italian engineer Alfonso Bialetti, who transformed home coffee brewing with a simple aluminum pot powered by steam pressure.

It quickly brought espresso-style coffee into everyday kitchens and became a symbol of Italian coffee culture. More than 200 million Moka pots have been sold since — its design still nearly unchanged because some inventions are perfect from the start.

Coffee Buzz

Spice-Forward Coffees Are In!
Winter coffee trends are all about cozy flavours. Cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom, cloves, and ginger are giving classic brews a warm seasonal twist. Popular drinks like gingerbread coffee, chai mochas, and spiced lattes are everywhere, while simple blends like nutmeg + vanilla offer a soft, Nordic-style comfort.

Recipe Corner

Gingerbread Coffee Recipe

Ingredients:

•  1 cup freshly brewed coffee (100% Arabica works beautifully)
• 2–3 tbsp milk or plant milk
• 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
• ¼ tsp ground ginger
• ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
• A pinch of nutmeg
• A pinch of cloves (optional)
• Whipped cream (optional but festive!)

Instructions:

1. Brew your coffee using your favourite method.

2. In a small bowl or cup, mix the ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and sweetener.

3. Add a splash of hot coffee and stir until the spices dissolve.

4. Pour in the rest of the coffee and stir well.

5. Warm the milk and froth it (optional), then add it to your spiced coffee.

6. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a perfect gingerbread touch.