Some baristas claim that a bottomless portafilter yields a thicker crema with a richer taste than a spouted model They argue that some of the crema inevitably sticks to the metallic spout, leaving slightly less amount for your shot. Are bottomless portafilters better? A bottomless portafilter helps give you more information about your coffee and … Read more
Included with the barista express is a 54 millimeter stainless steel portafilter with commercial style spouts and a plastic handle. What size is breville espresso? 54 mm portafilter delivers full flavor with dual and single wall filters. Full bodied coffee with rich and complex flavors is created using the ideal dose of 18g of freshly … Read more
On a regular portafilter, the bottom of the basket is enclosed by a solid bottom with spouts, which allow the espresso to flow into the cup. What is this? A bottomless or “naked” portafilter is open, exposing the bottom of the basket With no basket installed, it just looks like a sturdy metal ring with … Read more
A knock box is a must have accessory for any machine that uses a portafilter to brew. They make clean-up a breeze and let you get back to your espresso faster Why do you need an espresso knock box? Conclusion. If you are a coffee enthusiast who has been looking for a way to keep … Read more
The puck is the used coffee grounds in the portafilter If your grind was right, the grind should stick together in a solid round ‘puck’. It should be firm and dry, easily snapping into 3-4 pieces. What does your coffee puck tell you? If your coffee puck is too soft or muddy, then you are … Read more
A coffee puck can be wet when the amount of coffee grounds in the scoop isn’t enough You can also get a sense of this when you don’t notice resistance upon tamping your espresso. If you want to decrease your espresso’s potency, you can use a coarser grind or a different roast. How do you … Read more