This Bottomless E61 portafilter is made of stainless steel and has a beautiful black Rosewood handle. It includes a Caffewerks BaristaFLO Ridgeless Portafilter basket in either 18gram or 20gram sizes.
The BaristaFLO baskets are made of 304 stainless steel. A high-quality espresso machine portafilter basket is an essential component in producing consistently excellent espresso shots.
A bottomless portafilter, also known as a naked portafilter, is a specialized tool used in espresso machines. It differs from a standard portafilter in that it lacks a spout and exposes the bottom of the filter basket. Using a bottomless portafilter offers several benefits for espresso enthusiasts and baristas:
Improved shot quality: Bottomless portafilters allow you to observe the entire extraction process. This visibility can help you identify issues such as uneven tamping, channeling, or inconsistent distribution of the coffee grounds. By addressing these problems, you can improve the overall quality and consistency of your espresso shots.
Enhanced crema and flavor: A bottomless portafilter can lead to a more even and uniform extraction, resulting in a richer and thicker crema on your espresso. Additionally, by identifying and addressing issues like channeling, you can ensure that the water flows through the coffee grounds evenly, extracting more balanced and flavorful espresso.
Training tool: For baristas and home baristas looking to improve their skills, a bottomless portafilter is an excellent training tool. It provides immediate feedback, helping you refine your espresso preparation technique, including dosing, distribution, and tamping.
Aesthetic appeal: Many coffee enthusiasts appreciate the visual appeal of using a bottomless portafilter. It can make the coffee-making process feel more artisanal and showcase the beauty of espresso extraction.
Customization: Some bottomless portafilters are designed to fit various sizes of filter baskets, which allows you to experiment with different basket sizes and doses to find the extraction that suits your taste preferences best.
It's worth noting that using a bottomless portafilter does require a good understanding of espresso preparation, as it can be less forgiving of mistakes. However, with practice and attention to detail, it can be a valuable tool for improving your espresso-making skills and the quality of your espresso shots.
Fits Most E61 Based espresso machines including but not limited to:
Brasilia Bezzera Expo Bar ECM Technika v Faema Gaggia
Gaggia Classic Iberital Isomac IZZO
La Marzocco Lelit Bianca and Mara
Mavam Orchestrale Profitec Rocket Quickmill
San Remo Synesso Pasquini Livia 90/ Livia G4
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Not sure which size or part you need? All Espresso Machine Parts arenon-returnable. If you aren't sure what part you need please send us a message in the contact box below and we will help get you set up for success!
Not sure which size or part you need? All Espresso Machine Parts arenon-returnable. If you aren't sure what part you need please send us a message in the contact box below and we will help get you set up for success!
I bought this bottomless portafilter for use with. Breville touch. It works as intended, locks in place well, and the basket seats nicely. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is the wood handle likes to unscrew, something I can probably fix with a bit of loctite, and the overall build of the portafilter is pretty light. I’d estimate it’s about half the weight of the breville portafilter. I feel like if I crank it hard enough I could snap the handle off.
Time will tell on durability, but overall it’s a well performing Porta and gets the job done (at a price that’s hard to beat).
The Rhino Coffee Gear Classic Corner Tamper Mat is made from durable food grade silicone rubber. Designed to protect both the bench and portafilter, with this generous size "classic square" work surface and a straight front drop it sits neatly on the corner of the bench.
Dimensions: 210mm (L) x 145mm (W) x 41mm (overhang)
Rhino™ Coffee Gear has answered the call for a double-spouted shot glass that combines durability and functionality. This 80ml (3 ounce) handled shot glass is perfect for pulling double shots. An updated handle design helps to protect fingers from the heat of a freshly dropped shot. Graduated measurement marks make it so easy to get the shot right.
Features:
- Double spouts, convenient pouring handle
- Graduated marks in ounces (.5oz increments) and milliliters (10ml increments)
- Accurate to within +/- 5%
- Dimensions: 2.83"/ 72mm diameter across the top of the spouts, 2.36"/60mm tall
- Rhino Coffee Gear logo on the front of the glass
The Rhino Coffee Gear Accutemp stick on thermometer can be placed on your milk frothing pitchers to help achieve a perfect temperature result every time! The state of the art liquid crystal indicators turn from green to black as you steam your milk and the indicated temperature is acheived. Unlike standard analogue thermometers which tend to have a slight time delay as they come to temperature, the Accutemp is lightning fast, and never in your way with its super thin design.
Each pack contains 3 Rhino Accutemp Stick On Thermometers
Directions:
1. Ensure your milk pitcher is clean and dry.
2. Carefully peel of the backing tape making sure you don?t bend the corners of your thermometer.
3. Place on the preferred side of your milk pitcher it can be seen when steaming. The thermometer should be placed low on the pitcher to ensure it is below the surface of the milk. For best results, ensure a flat application, free of bubbles is achieved.
4. Steam your milk to desired temperate, pour and enjoy!
Introducing the perfect coffee scoop for coffee enthusiasts. This premium quality spoon is designed to make measuring coffee a breeze. Made from high-quality stainless steel, it’s durable, rust-resistant, and easy to clean. The Coffee Scoop holds exactly two tablespoons of coffee, making it easy to measure the perfect amount for your favorite brew.
The Coffee Scoop is great for coffee lovers and anyone who enjoys precision in their measuring – great for baking goods. The long handle ensures you can easily reach the bottom of your coffee bag or container and has heft, durability and delightful balance. Whether you’re a seasoned barista or just starting to explore the world of coffee, the Coffee Scoop is a must-have tool in your coffee arsenal.
Designed to have heft, durability and delightful balance while fitting perfectly inside of your Airscape® Measures out 2 Tbs. (30 mL) of ground coffee or tea. Great for baking too. It’s the perfect scoop!
Durably crafted with 18/8, restaurant grade stainless steel.
