For starters, like many affordable machines, the Stilosa lacks the pressure regulation to make non-pressurized portafilter baskets a viable option. This means you’ll be working with pressurized baskets. How do I know if my portafilter is pressurized? Okay, now let’s talk about pressurized portafilters, which are just different types of filter baskets. A pressurized basket … Read more
When using pressurized portafilter the coffee is being forced through a small hole which results in aeration, producing faux crema (foam). For these reasons, the coffee made with pressurized portafilter isn’t as good as the espresso made with a non-pressurized filter basket Are pressurized portafilters good? Pressurized portafilters were designed to produce a beautiful espresso … Read more
Since non-pressurized baskets brew directly into the cup without forcing the espresso through a tiny hole, inconsistent or too coarse/fine grounds will result in poor shot extraction — it won’t be pulled in the correct time or have any crema. Do you need to tamp pressurized portafilter? Pressurized portafilters (generally) do not need tamping down … Read more
Okay, now let’s talk about pressurized portafilters, which are just different types of filter baskets. A pressurized basket has a false bottom, so it’s also known as a dual-wall basket. From the top, it has a grid of holes like any other filter basket What does a pressurized portafilter look like? What is this? With … Read more