A bottomless portafilter is a must-have tool for espresso enthusiasts who are passionate about the art of coffee brewing. It allows them to witness the extraction process firsthand and identify any potential issues with their espresso shots. However, if you find that your espresso is pouring too fast from a bottomless portafilter, it’s a clear sign that something is not…
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With some mid-range espresso machines, you get a spouted portafilter that is different than the bottomless or pressurized portafilter. A double-spouted (or sometimes single-spouted) portafilter is somewhere in the middle of a bottomless and pressurized portafilter. A spouted portafilter can either be pressurized or non-pressurized, depending on the basket that it holds. What makes it special is the double spouts…
If you are new to the world of Espresso machines, then you’ve probably come across videos of people using bottomless portafilters to make honey-like espresso shots. This leads to the question, is a bottomless portafilter a necessary upgrade to get the best out of your espresso machine? Or is it possible to make great quality espresso using a pressurized portafilter,…
Espresso roast, known for its dark color and bold flavor, is typically used for brewing espresso. But can you use it for drip coffee? The answer is yes! Despite its name, espresso roast can be a great option for brewing a delicious cup of drip coffee. The main difference between espresso and drip coffee lies in the grind size and…
If you are new to using a bottomless portafilter, then you are most likely to run into the issue of a spraying portafilter. It’s an inevitable part of the learning process, but a simple problem to fix. In this post, I will explain why your bottomless portafilter is squirting the coffee instead of a smooth pour and what steps you…