How Do I Know What Size Tamper I Need?

The ideal tamper should be slightly smaller than the inside diameter of the portafilter basket so that the tamper does not bind while compressing grounds – essentially there should be a little extra space between tamper and basket. Does tamper size matter? The filter size is also vital for choosing an espresso tamper You want … Read more

What Is The Best Grind Size For AeroPress?

For the best aeropress coffee grind size, we recommend a consistency similar to table salt. On a coffee grinding chart, this is considered medium-fine Each particle will be about 0.5 mm in diameter and falls between the fine espresso grind and the slightly coarser grind used in cafetière coffee. Does grind size matter for AeroPress? … Read more

What Is A Pressurised Portafilter?

A pressurized portafilter is a portafilter with a small hole in the bottom of the basket which creates a pressure build-up in order to force the coffee through the hole A pressurized portafilter is also referred to as a “double-wall” portafilter. Is a pressurized portafilter bad? When using pressurized portafilter the coffee is being forced … Read more

Should Chemex Be Coarse Or Fine?

Get The Perfect Grind Espresso, for example, requires a fine grind. Chemex requires a medium to medium-coarse grind , and here’s the reasoning: it retains a bold flavor and is better for the regular inconsistency of Chemex brewing. Every pot of coffee you brew will be different, just from your arm movements alone! Can I … Read more

Is Coarse Ground Better For Cold Brew?

The beauty of cold brew is you really don’t need anything fancy, just time. Stick with a coarse grind. Using a coarser grind will make the filtration process easier and your coffee taste far less bitter Grinding too fine can heat up the grounds, which can negatively affect your cup. Is coarse or fine ground … Read more

What Is Glass Bump On Chemex?

So what’s the weird nipple-looking thing on the bottom of the brewer? Per the manual: it marks where half the carafe’s volume is, with full volume falling at the bottom of the spout How do I know if my Chemex is hand blown? Although the Classic Chemex is more expensive than most other manual coffee … Read more