Sizes, shapes and hole patterns vary by manufacturer. There is no consensus on whether bigger is better or which proprietary hole pattern is better. The often frustrating thing for home baristas to keep in mind is that most portafilters and filter baskets are not interchangeable between brands Are all portafilter baskets the same size? Portafilter … Read more
Yes, portafilter size does matter Many espresso machines don’t have much range in diameter, with 58 mm being the standard. But the depth of the basket makes a difference. Deeper baskets allow you to pull more espresso. Does portafilter basket size matter? Yes, portafilter size does matter Many espresso machines don’t have much range in … 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