On Jan 10, 3:39*pm, Steve wrote:
On Thu, 10 Jan 2008 12:35:30 -0800 (PST), wrote:
Even a stove-top "machine" (Bialetti Moka Express style) like I use?

"Moka" pots operate under pressure, so the boiling temp is reduced.

So this phrase is incorrect?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moka_Ex...s._drip_coffee

Or does the steam pressure that is created simply push the not-
quite-100C water up through the grounds? (as described on
coffeegeek.com)

Man, you go on more about coffee than Myron does about whisky! :-)

B