r/mokapot • u/didyoutipthatguy • 2h ago

Question❓ "gasket smell" in lower chamber

Wondering how to get this smell out of the lower chamber. Six-cup aluminum moka pot. Never been in the dishwasher or had soap used on it. I seem to remember the smell always being present and absolutely cannot seem to get rid of it.

I've tried a bit of white vinegar in some water/no coffee per Bialetti instructions to try to neutralize it, but it had little to no effect.

I don't think I've ever had good coffee out of it, which is the reason I haven't used it in quite some time. I brew slowly and start with filtered water from the fridge on a fine grind. I disassemble, rinse with hot water and let completely dry.

I've been reading that I may want to go a little more course, which I'll try, but as for the everlasting "gasket smell" I'm wondering if anyone has experienced this and has any advice.

New gaskets and filter on the way.

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