How Do I Know What Size Espresso Tamper I Need?

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 I know what size tamper I need? Measure the portafilter across the … Read more

Are All Espresso Tampers The Same Size?

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