How to use the Bellman Stovetop Espresso Maker & Steamer

00:00 Introduction
0:41 Bellman Features
1:05 Brew Ratios
1:49 Compatibility
2:19 Grind Size
2:36 Dosing
2:45 Tamp
2:57 Brewing Espresso
4:30 Recipes
4:41 Steaming Milk
5:08 Latte Art

Water Gauge Measurements (approx.) :
3 = 150mls
6 = 300mls
9 = 450mls

Basket Weight Measurements (approx.) :
Full = 60g
Half = 30g
1/3 = 20g

Brew Ratios of a typical espresso will range from - 1:2 - 1:3
Brew Ratios for a typical Lungo or Moka Pot will be a 1:4 - 1:5
Brew Ratios for a Filter style coffee will be 1:10 & upwards.

Using the Bellman to get the best espresso recipe; I used 50g finely ground coffee and filled to just below the 3 on the water gauge for a 1:3 ratio. You can get 3 strong double espresso shots (40 ml) from this if you can keep the pressure to just below 2bars whilst brewing.

Brewing with 30g or 50g of coffee and 6 on the water gauge will produce 5-6 weaker espressos or two good long blacks.
Alternatively you could easily brew 4-5 strong Lungo's and top up with steamed milk - for a not altogether Latte but a coffee with enough strength and a few cups at a time like this.
I did not try brewing with 15g of coffee but I would suggest not to brew a small shot with this, unless you go very fine, tamp hard and place a paper filter on top. Try brewing 15g coffee to 300mls or less of water for a single Long Black or Lungo with topped steamed milk, for good strength and flavour.

With the Bellman Espresso & Steamer CX 25P, you’ll never be a few simple steps away from rich and delicious espresso and steamed milk. Create espresso and steamed milk that will rival your favorite local cafe – all with the heat of your stove.

This espresso maker brews espresso that’s akin to the stove top espresso you could get from a moka pot. It’s intense, it’s topped with crema, and it’s great alone or paired with milk. Brew anywhere from 3-9 cups and serve the whole crew.

The attached pressure gauge lets you know exactly when enough pressure is built up to brew a balanced shot. It also tells you just the right moment to stop brewing.

The cafe-style steam wand is designed to rival commercial espresso machines. With it, you’ll be able to create that creamy, silky steamed milk you love in cappuccinos and flat whites.

Bellman Brewing Instructions:

Add water to the reservoir for your desired yield.
Add ground coffee using one of the pre-measured scoops based on your desired yield.
Place the Bellman Espresso & Steamer CX 25P on high heat.
Just before the gauge reads green, let the espresso fall into a mug and maintain the pressure at the start of the green zone until you have poured the espresso. Remove from heat if need.
Place the unit back on heat until the gauge reads near the top of the green zone, and use the steam wand to froth milk in a jug. Add steamed, frothed milk to your espresso and enjoy!
This espresso maker and steamer works with induction, gas, and electric stovetops. If you find yourself camping, it’ll work over a fire as well, making delicious campsite coffee a reality. The stainless steel body and bakelite construction will serve you for decades.

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[TheSydguy]

The thing I love about this is it looks like at least, is that no plastic ever comes in contact with any water or coffee ever during any process. Been looking for a coffee machine like this. Even the expensive ones have plastic crap leaching into our coffees / water! And with the latest science that is extremely alarming.

[CaptainAustralia]

Thanks for making this video, it is long over due. I have two Bellmans, one for home and one for the boat. I use a little more water than what you have indicated but I can attest, it is the best coffee brewer I have had, I can now make a better coffee than most cafes.

[robinkellett-navellou]

Great and completely non-patronising demo on using it ... strongly considering it for our campervan now!

[cleliafava]

I love this espress maker watching you I figured how it works. It’s been 3yrs I couldn’t use I try so many ways but now does not leave my couter top.i thank you so much

[taryncrigler]

This looks like exactly what I need! I’m so glad you posted this. I had no idea it existed. Your videos have been so helpful!

[azimjamal]

The best video about bellman i’ve found so far. Thanks for the video!

[zooknut]

Just received my 25p that my mum ordered for a wedding gift. I look forward to waking up out hiking or sailing and making an awesome coffee! Thanks AB!

[roamingtheblue]

Just got one of these and cannot WAIT to use it. This will take our camp coffees to a new level. Thanks for the video it was super helpful!

[carlosmingeli]

I think this is the best “cheaper” option to have a latte machine of great quality at home

[Kristen-kk]

Wow hey Josh!!! We used to work together and P&S! Was looking up a video on how to use this neato thing, and found you.

[lennywinbox]

"decide how much coffee you wanna make"
I want to make all the coffee!! I would like to own one of these.

[trdaniel]

My Bellman milk steamer works perfectly. I just ordered this from AB to replace (get rid of) the 9Barista.

[rashmianand]

I need to get one for hubbys Birthday he loves his coffee and i think it will be great as a gift! We live in Australia! Please let me know where to get it!

[scottmacfarlane]

I have an old Bellman (35+ years old) and was having trouble getting a seal with the tub of the basket. An obvious solution seemed to be replacing the gaskets, so I purchased a new set from Ng & Taylor. Unfortunately and surprisingly, the design of the Bellman and therefore of some of the gaskets has changed over the past 35 years. The lid and valve gaskets work fine, but the basket ring gasket is now thinner (and useless), and the shaft gasket has a different profile and is a bit thinner at its narrower end (it is conical in profile whereas the original version had a convex surface). With the new shaft gasket I had to crank the knob so tightly that it bowed the strainer in the lid. It occurred to me that if I could put a washer under the shaft gasket, between it and the flange that supports it, a better seal could be obtained. Critical was identifying a washer whose ID is very close to that of the shaft and whose OD was small enough that the basket's tube can slip over it. Turns out a stainless steel M10 flat washer (10 mm ID, 20 mm OD) does the trick. I'm sharing this in case any other Bellman user has a similar problem. Although I've figured out how to make a good strong Aeropress coffee, it is still no match for the Bellman's brew.

Also, thanks for this tutorial. It taught me how to use our Bellman when I pulled it out of the basement a year and a half ago.

[LavenderLori]

Nice job. This is perfect for my off grid sitch!

[isabellamatvienko]

Thank you for your time and consideration... much appreciated!

[rinnswimmer]

Omg thank you so much I’ve been looking everywhere for instructions for this! So… I found an old Benjamin & Medwin version of this product, the only difference is no pressure gauge. Is there a way I can kind of tell when the pressure is at a good place for espresso? (And not explode the unit, you know)

[somethingfishy]

I have an issue where even if I put enough water, right up to the 6 mark, I raise pressure to 2 bar, open the tap and within only a shot it is sputtering with steam. Do you have any suggestions why I am lacking water output? I am not even tamping the coffee grind down, and I am using a filter.

[devilalwayscry]

Would be perfect if support pressure up to 9 bar

[photoSIMPA]

Great video.. .just wait for mine... Merci..