Tamping removes gaps and air pockets between the coffee grinds, creates a tight seal around the edges of the portafilter and when done correctly, creates a flat and even bed of coffee for the water to flow through, promoting an even extraction of flavour. What is the purpose of tamping coffee? A good tamp creates … Read more
Tampers are tools used to pack (or “tamp”) espresso grounds into the basket of an espresso machine. The purpose of a tamper is to pack the grounds evenly for a quality shot Essentially, you’re taking it from a loose pile of ‘dosed’ grounds to a tightly compressed cake inside the basket. Why is tamp coffee … Read more
A calibrated tamper has a handle that is separated from the base of the tamper. The handle and base will connect and ‘click’ when pushed to 30 pounds of pressure. Calibrated tampers are perfect for beginner baristas or pros who want to be 100% sure they applied the correct pressure What type of tamper is … Read more
Tampers are tools used to pack (or “tamp”) espresso grounds into the basket of an espresso machine The purpose of a tamper is to pack the grounds evenly for a quality shot. What does tamper mean in coffee? Tamping removes gaps and air pockets between the coffee grinds, creates a tight seal around the edges … Read more