Bellman CX-25 - 3 Steps to Perfect Coffee

Learn how to get the best out of your Bellman CX-25 with this easy to follow video tutorial.

[suzannewojcicki-biniecki]

I also have a a similar coffee machine with no pressure gauge. I find it scary to use as I think it is going to explode. Your video is very good and helped to calm my fears. Thank you.

[clem]

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

[suzannewojcicki-biniecki]

I have now made half a coffee as I was too scared to keep the coffee coming out of the coffee pipe. I made a small amount of milk to go with. It tastes really good. So I will persevere. Thanks again. I copied your video to messenger so I can watch it over and over to boost my confidence.😊

[JustinGrace-bm]

I just found this coffee maker in the basement probably sitting there 30 years and it looks almost brand new. Try it out with your recommendations and then get back to you. Thank you so much for the info and have a good day..

[suecoelho]

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

[clementsobotka]

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!

[rudecrudefood]

took me also as much time as you to achieve what I call now a great experience making coffee. 6 months or more. I start by making sure I have a clean water flow through the main stem. Open the valve and run tap water through it to see it flow through. If it doesn't, there is grounds blocking in the stem. A fine wire run through the stem followed by flushing the stem with tap water will most likely clear the blockage. Grounds to fine most likely the cause of the blockage. Step 2. fill the basket with your coffee with index finger over the basket hole and lightly shake basket to even grounds. I don't tap coffee down but if you do. do it just so lightly. 'fill bellman with water to your desired level. I use cold water to the 9 cup line. Place lid on and tighten firm. Making sure all knobs are secure place on stove and turn on heat. I use high heat on a glass top stove. I set a timer for 8 minutes. My rv stove top is propane, I set the timer for 5 minutes. Your stove top may require less or more time. you'll discover what that time is pretty soon after a few tries using the bellman. Open the pouring valve and let drip. Once the dark brew turns to a light brew, close the pouring valve. If you're going to steam milk leave the bellman on the stovetop. Test the steam to see if enough pressure has built up after you've brewed the coffee. If you have good pressure you're ready to steam milk. If not, let the pressure built another minute or so. test the steamer again and let a couple of seconds of wet steam escape. I've found 2% milk works best for me. Using the steamer cup, I use a larger procerlin lined camping mug filled 1/2 way full, and steam your milk with the wound just below the surface of the milk. You want to see the milk swirl in a circle so position the wound accordingly. I use the 5 oclock position. Lower your steaming mug as you steam. Good luck and keep at it. It will eventually be successful

[Lora-rs]

It's good for everyone concerned with overpressure, there are holes in the handle as a safety valve and will release steam so nothing should ever "explode.

Great tutorial! I think the key is opening the valve at the correct time and the correct amount.

It seems I used a lot of grind and water to get one cup. And I don't know what's remaining inside until the Bell cools and it's safe to open it.

I suspect there's waste.

[terrytowells]

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

[shekhinahmorgan]

Thanks so much. I have had one of these for about 25 years and long ago gave up trying to use it. I am not a barista and could never find any good instructions that worked for me. Looking forward to giving it a go.

[madetoorder]

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.

[nelljehu]

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!

[TheBobelly]

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. 😊

[akk]

Just pulled mine out after about 6 year for camping this weekend. Did a trial run and worked perfect. Thanks for the refresher course

[tedfinkenauer]

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!

[MasonDelapp]

Wow, I really appreciate your video, it’s a really niche demographic but as someone who lives in their van and loves to experiment with coffee, this seems perfect.

[erin-leelaurence]

Great video thanks so much! I just got one as a gift and was disappointed with my first two attempts. I feel like this video will help me make better coffee.

[rafagfa]

Hello Patrick,
Just wanted to thank you for your post. I came across a much earlier version of these at a local thrift store without knowing precisely how to use it. The basket was missing but luckily found the spare part in Australia on ebay. Your post saved me a lot of struggle working my way around this beauty of a coffee machine. Enjoying my third brew.
Many thanks

[bushwalkerjo]

Best video yet on the use of the Bellman. Thanks!

[Jollyswagman]

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