Bellman CX-25 - 3 Steps to Perfect Coffee

Dude why did you stop making videos? They are great! They have a nostalgic Aussie day off from school vibe.

Thank you very much for the step by step advice. I got great results. Way better than the Bellman directions.

Just wondering if the basket inside is made of aluminium.

Great video. Without the pressure gauge, you need to manually “guess” when pressure is correct. Great tip on leaving the steamer valve open to do this. Have you tried the circular coffee filters that are now available. I’ve had issues with coffee grinds clogging the exit tube. This may help. Thx again!

I tried mine once so far and the drinks were lukewarm, suggestion?

Just bought one new and I'm not happy. I turn the nozzle gently, gently, ever so slowly, yet it still explodes out like a geyser, the result is coffee with grounds in it. The taste is ok because I have the coffee/water ratio right but I'm not happy.

What is the Difference between Bellman Stovetop CX 25 and Bellman Stovetop CX 25P ?

This was a great video, but this whole time I am just wishing you referenced the pressure gauge as a marker. Everything else was really helpful. 👍🏼😊

I'm not having much luck. I'll keep trying, maybe a coarser grind? Your video is the best btw

Thoughts on the paper filters?..

Thank you for the great tutorial! I got mine about 10 years ago, but was too nervous to use it since it doesn't have a pressure gauge. Tried it this weekend, leaving the milk steamer open, and had good results. Very excited about the steamer, it steams milk as well as the commercial machine I used back in my barista days!

Do you close the coffee valve before you steam?

I don't see the "cream" on top of the espresso 😕

Thank you! I have an electric version and the instructions said to keep steam pipe closed and coffee spout opened.But I tried it your way and it’s MUCH easier and better tasting. 😊

So use it as a Mocha Pot? I think I get pretty good coffee out of it but not the best. I use the method in the manual but mine has the pressure gague which I believe makes it a LOT easier to know when to start to brew. My biggest issue I struggle to get any more that 60ml of coffee even when filled to the 9 mark. I do use the spacer under the belief that it seals on the gastket on the bottom of the basket. Without makes sense though. I will give it a go your way and see what difference it makes. In hind sight I would use my Mocka pot and buy the Bellman steamer, not the CX-25. Thanks.

What song is that in background?

I know this is an old video, but just stumbled upon it... Anyways, I'm just getting the hang of my old CX-25 I found at a thrift store a couple years ago and found it recently while cleaning the pantry.. First time in 2 years I've used it the other day and made a delicious latte. Tried again yesterday and not nearly as good. Now trying to figure out why such a big difference. I know I did the procedure differently the second time. I'll try the first way again tomorrow. This video seems closer to my first cup, so I'll try it this way tomorrow.

i inherited a pot like this from my grandmother..i break it out ever winter for sunday morning capppucinos...getting the milk right does take perfecting , i still dont get it perfect most times..but a dam good pot for espresso!

Using the low capacity filter as a tamper: genius

No crema...whats the point...

Hi Patrick, thanks for makin this video. What grind size do you recommended for this bellman use? I tried using mokapot-size grind but somehow the espresso is not flowing nicely.

Hi Patrick. I have been using the Bellman for a couple of weeks now and I am determined to make it work. So far my results have been inconsistent and disappointing. In your experience, to make 2 strong cups, can you do in 1 pour or is it best to do twice? If you do in one go, how much water do you use?

I am unable to get 4 oz of espresso by filling the water to 9, and filling the large basket of ground beans without packing it, just a light ramp to make the grounds even. I pull the espresso at about 2 to 2.5. Am I doing something wrong?

What an excruciatingly time consuming and apparently unnecessarily finicky way to make a coffee!
Thank you to your video!
You saved me ever wanting to buy one of these ridiculous machines!

Great tutorial! Many, many thanks. Ended up rewatching it in 15-30 second increments as I was doing my first (apprehensive) trial of CX-25 (one wrong decision away from a makeshift bomb?).

It would be amazing to see you cover how to make 6-9 shots. Filled mine to 6 with nearly full basket and got only about 3 single shots before the coffee started watering down. Could one repeat closing the coffee valve, opening the steam one and letting the pressure build up again for additional coffee? Or is that essentially reusing coffee (yuk)?

Also — it would be amazing to see the final steps of proper depressurisation and when safe to open.

Would love to see an extended follow up on further Bellman mastery! This was the only tutorial I trusted to follow for the CX-25 (no pressure gauge to guide you). I’m grateful it exists! Thanks again.

I have a vintage one of these very similar that my mom used. I can’t get any coffee to come out of it. I use it as a milk steamer only. My 60-90 seconds waiting for coffee, became several minutes and all that came out was a few drips of water lol

Anyone have a good weight of beans to use

Thanks! After watching serval videos, reading online, and the manual- I can finally use this. I just had horrifying results- many videos and instructions do not tell you to open the wand at first- just cook for 5-10 minutes. Also no one mentions the grind- I did fine, so my nozzle clogged. Just wild hot steam and splattering espresso everywhere. Most all reviews show using the gauge- my is the older no gauge model. Thanks again- wish other info sources were useful. Also your presentation was perfect- very well done!

Good calm practical video. I'm considering buying one, brand new. Outrageously expensive compared to thrift store versions! Do you have a way to manage any crema on top of the espresso? And, does it manage with light to medium roast specialty coffees?

Thank you

My machine only produced expresso one time. The rest of the time, it just shoots out steam. I'm ready to give up on it. I tried maybe 8 times and have wasted a lot of coffee. I bought it brand new and not used. Very frustrated that I spent the money. But I'll try your method of not using the middle piece.

Character In the video It's great, I like it a lot $$

so touching for an excellent video

Gracias por tu vídeo, tengo una Bellmann y no sabía cómo hacer mi espresso. Saludos 🇨🇴🇨🇴☕

Well… in my opinion get a good espresso machine and use the bellman as a milk steamer/ frother
I have a Lavazza mini machine and it’s great. With the bellman would be perfect!

I opened up the top and and blew steam across my kitchen. Not burned and I could’ve died, but man am I glad I’m okay.

I have my original from
Vessubio for 35 years. And i know i have this . i really love my machine is the best.
Thank you for show the proper use.

Thank you for posting this 🙏🏻 Found an electric version and this manual version at a garage sale for $6 recently! Been wanting to practice and even though I have the instructions I was hesitant because 💥 🤣. The manual version with induction was definitely the most controlled but my skill set is apparently non-existent 😂 I’m not giving up though.

Thanks for this - will try your techniques - hope I get better results than I have had to date. Good instructional video.

how can you speak so calmly and smoothly after smashing 6 coffees?

Hi so i liked the video tutorial, I followed al the steps however, using the same logic as a Mokka, i did not tamper the coffee just slightly over filled it but no pressure. This worked better, there was a smother flow, more crema and I believe it is how it was intended to use. I was then also able to use the divider to make a single shot without wasting coffee.

Hey just tried this method after a few failed attempts - when the steam comes and you close the wand and open the valve, should the pressure still be sitting on 0 bars? Been waiting for coffee to come out but not seeing anything yet - thanks!

Will not work well on new fangled glass top stove.

Ive used my bellman on gas, glasstop and traditional electric element. I did not like the representation from the gas, perhaps some type of thick steel heat pad would maintain even heat. Glasstops stoves do a pulsing on and off thing- the worst stove for bellman. By far the best result Ive had was from an electric coil element, it delivers consistent heat right through till boiling.

Super! I have been using mine only as a steamer for milk and like you said at times I get the milk and pressure correct. Replacement gaskets err not so good as the tolerances seem to be a bit off. Any suggestions for sources for replacement gaskets? Thanks for a great video!

Please, make more videos like this one, it's by far the most concise and clear video I've found on this machine.

After watching DOZENS of videos on this contraption...YOURS was the most HELPFUL...THANK YOU!

Do you STRIVE to be hard to understand? Between your thick accent and your trailing off volume as you speak, you are most annoying to listen to. Thought you'd like to know.

Nice video but you don't have crema

Thank you. I got very bitter coffee and was about to toss the think. I will give it another.