In 1933, Alfonso Bialetti revolutionized home coffee brewing in Italy with his iconic stovetop espresso maker. Today, the easy-to-use pot is still found in nearly 90% of Italian homes. We offer this longtime favorite in a range of sizes, from a 3-cup pot to a 12-cup model that's ideal for entertaining. Dimensions: 3-Cup: Brews up to three 2-oz. cups, 6.5-fl.-oz. cap.; 5 1/2" diam., 4" high. 6-Cup: Brews up to six 2-oz. cups, 12-fl.-oz. cap.; 4 1/4" diam., 8 1/2" high. 9-Cup: Brews up to nine 2-oz. cups, 18.5-fl.-oz. cap.; 4 1/2" diam., 9 1/2" high. 12-Cup: Brews up to twelve 2-oz. cups, 25-fl.-oz. cap.; 5 1/2" diam., 11 1/2" high. Details: Stovetop pot brews rich, aromatic espresso in just a few minutes. Traditional design is durable, reliable, simple to use and easy to maintain. Dramatic angular shape gives the classic aluminum espresso maker its distinctive style. Handle and knob stay cool on the stovetop. All aluminum models: Made in Italy. Use: Ideal for gas and electric cooktops. Use with ground coffee only; not to be used with instant coffee, cocoa powder, teas or any other soluble ingredients. Do not overfill with water or coffee. Allow unit to cool completely before rinsing under cold water. Care: Hand-wash only with mild detergent and warm water.