The experienced barista that needs more control over the brewing process will need to purchase non-pressurised filter baskets for their la Specialista. The aluminium portafilter has a plastic handle, and it takes 51mm baskets, if you want to buy non-pressurised ones. Can I use non pressurized basket DeLonghi? It’s a portafilter that is non pressurized, … Read more
A non pressurized portafilter basket is a container with a single wall and a mesh at the bottom and is preferred by coffee enthusiasts and professional baristas in coffee shops since they have the skills and tools to determine the right amount of pressure while tamping in the powder. What is the difference between a … Read more
When using a pressurised basket, the single hole creates a build up of pressure below the coffee which forces the espresso through. With a non-pressurised basket, there are multiple holes so the pressure is dependant on your grind size and tamp pressure. What is a non-pressurized basket? Non-pressurised baskets are the original style of basket … Read more
Say hello to the latest version of Rancilio’s Silvia, the Rancilio Silvia M. Like it’s predecessor, it features an all-over stainless steel body, traditional steam wand, and non-pressurized portafilter, but with some technical (and rather handy) upgrades. Do you tamp a pressurized portafilter? Pressurized portafilters (generally) do not need tamping down Brush the edges of … 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
When using a pressurised basket, the single hole creates a build up of pressure below the coffee which forces the espresso through. With a non-pressurised basket, there are multiple holes so the pressure is dependant on your grind size and tamp pressure. Why is non-pressurized portafilter better? Non-pressurised baskets will give you a fuller-bodied extraction … 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