What Are the common portafilter sizes? Portafilters range from 49 mm to 58 mm The most common size is 58 mm. How do I know what size portafilter I need? We recommend measuring the exact inside diameter of the portafilter basket and then selecting a tamper at least 75 mm smaller Step 1: Use machine … Read more
We believe that any coffee has the potential to be brewed to taste delicious with any brewing method. But, if we had to choose, we most often suggest Big Trouble, Hologram, and Forty-Six for espresso brewing for their flavor profiles. These coffees cover a wide range of flavor profiles, with organic and decaf options. Which … Read more
What is flair in coffee? flair classic espresso maker The Flair Classic is the original Flair Espresso Maker that turned the craft coffee industry on its head in 2016. The completely manual, single serve, hand lever-press is capable of brewing between 6-9 bar pressure, exactly that needed to brew cafe quality espresso from wherever you … Read more
7-15 bar pressure is typical, and should be considered for those who enjoy great tasting espresso. Top notch coffee makers come with 15 BARs of pressure. 15 BARs may be very useful , giving the machine enough range for an initial kick of 10-11 BARs, from where to drop to 9-10 BARs during brewing. Is … Read more
Grinders. There are burr grinders and blade grinders. Blade grinders are not suitable for espresso , or at least that’s what every barista will tell you. Every now and again, someone will show that if someone is in a pinch, you might be able to get decent espresso with a blade grinder, but consistency is … Read more
The strong presence of crema in an espresso shot indicates a quality, well-ground coffee and a skilled barista (professional coffee maker). Crema helps give espresso a fuller flavor and longer aftertaste than drip coffee Should you remove crema from espresso? If you have trouble stomaching a shot of bitter espresso, consider a move that might … Read more
7-15 bar pressure is typical, and should be considered for those who enjoy great tasting espresso Top notch coffee makers come with 15 BARs of pressure. 15 BARs may be very useful, giving the machine enough range for an initial kick of 10-11 BARs, from where to drop to 9-10 BARs during brewing. Is 15 … Read more
Independent of the variables you have listed, a machine with a 49mm basket that holds a 11 gram dose will not extract the same volume of espresso as a machine with a 58mm portafilter that holds 18 grams How many grams of coffee are in a 58mm basket? The La Spaziale 53mm double basket will … Read more
Starbucks uses a machine called Mastrena. It is a brand that was developed exclusively for Starbucks by a Swiss company called Thermoplan AG. Starbucks uses super automatic machines that have built in grinders and a computerized menu that make the espresso making process as easy and quick as possible. Which espresso machine does Starbucks use? … Read more
☑53mm Adjustable Distributor & Tamper-53mm base designed to work with the tapered breville 54mm portafilter baskets , including the barista express, Pro, Touch, Bambino Plus, Infuser and Duo-Temp Pro. How do I know what size tamper I need? Measure the portafilter across the diameter (the centerline). Change your reading to a decimal unit Convert the … Read more