The ideal tamper should be slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the portafilter basket so that the tamper does not bind while compressing grounds – essentially there should be a little extra space between tamper and basket. How much should you tamper espresso? Apply 20-30 pounds of pressure, and polish baristas often recommend 30 … Read more
The ideal tamper should be slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the portafilter basket so that the tamper does not bind while compressing grounds – essentially there should be a little extra space between tamper and basket. How do I know what size tamper I need? Measure the portafilter across the diameter (the centerline). … Read more
espresso tamper sizes vary in millimeters from 48 mm to 58 mm with most brands utilizing a 58 mm size tamper. Many tampers will include the size of the basket right in their name (i.e. The Motta Professional Coffee Tamper, 58mm). How do you know what size tamper to get? The ideal tamper should be … Read more
tamper size: 51 mm How do I know what size tamper I need? The ideal tamper should be slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the portafilter basket so that the tamper does not bind while compressing grounds – essentially there should be a little extra space between tamper and basket. Does smeg coffee machine … Read more
There are four main types of portafilters which include commercial, pressurized, pod, and adapters Portafilters are responsible for creating the necessary pressure to brew palatable espresso. Which portafilter size is the best? Ideally, the 58 mm in diameter are the most common portafilter basket size on the market, while the other relatively rare, especially in … 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