A pressurized portafilter is a portafilter with a small hole in the bottom of the basket which creates a pressure build-up in order to force the coffee through the hole A pressurized portafilter is also referred to as a “double-wall” portafilter. Is a pressurized portafilter bad? When using pressurized portafilter the coffee is being forced … Read more
I use a bottomless portafilter most of the time to check on the evenness of the extraction and because it eliminates the need to rinse the portafilter. I use a double basket and pull into one demitasse (usually around 1.5 to 1.75 ounces) If you’re pulling 2.5 ounces, you’ll need a demitasse used for macchiatos. … Read more
Where is cafelat robot made? Each Robot is handmade, assembled and tested in Hong Kong by Paul Pratt, it is then packed by us as well so we ensure we know what is in each and every box. Is Cafelat Robot portable? You want something more portable: The Cafelat Robot doesn’t require a power source, … Read more
When using pressurized portafilter the coffee is being forced through a small hole which results in aeration, producing faux crema (foam). For these reasons, the coffee made with pressurized portafilter isn’t as good as the espresso made with a non-pressurized filter basket Are pressurized portafilters good? Pressurized portafilters were designed to produce a beautiful espresso … Read more
Pressurized portafilters (generally) do not need tamping down Brush the edges of the filter basket off so there are no stray coffee grounds to get into the threads of the brew head. I like to smooth the basket down with a light tamp to make sure the grounds are even within the basket. Is a … Read more
Use a non-pressurized portafilter if: You have access to a quality burr grinder You’re willing to work a little harder for truly great espresso. You have a commercial or prosumer espresso machine. Can you use non-pressurized portafilter? Use a non-pressurized portafilter if: You have access to a quality burr grinder You’re willing to work a … Read more