Espresso maker »Brasilia«, 9 cups

Finally got one that actually works without leaking all over the stove — the nine-cup batch means I can pour refills for everyone without a second round. The handle stays cool enough to grip even when the pot’s been going awhile, which I didn’t expect at this price.

Brewed a full nine cups for brunch last weekend and it handled the batch without a fuss. The rich espresso it produces is surprisingly smooth straight from the stovetop, and cleanup took me under two minutes.

The 9-cup capacity is perfect for when we have friends over for brunch, and it brews a rich, full-bodied espresso without any fuss. Cleanup is quick since the parts come apart easily, which honestly makes it my go-to every morning.