If you use too little or too much, you will cause under or over-extraction during the brewing process, and the result will not be good espresso.

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This is the beauty of using non-pressurized or pod portafilters since you have complete control over the brewing process from start to finish. You don’t have to worry about grinding the whole coffee beans, measuring out the amount you want, or tamping it.You can’t split shots –I don’t think this will be a big deal to most people, but if you like to make shots for yourself and your significant other, it will take a little longer now. Since a naked portafilter produces more crema and there are no spouts to become contaminated, you won’t experience these problems.

51mm Portafilter - Etsy UK 51mm Portafilter - Etsy UK

It offers a unique view of the extraction process, enabling you to diagnose your extraction to correct any issues for a better espresso. Nespresso machines and the many variations that have come about in the last couple of years use what is known as an ESE pod, coffee pods, or coffee capsules.If you have a spouted portafilter, I would recommend locking it into the group head and letting the water run through it as if you were making a shot.

51mm Bottomless Portafilter, Stainless Steel Reusable Coffee 51mm Bottomless Portafilter, Stainless Steel Reusable Coffee

If you want a double shot, you will have to use another pod or re-use the same one, but this will be much weaker and watered down.You can make two shots at one time –The whole point of the spout is to be able to make 2 shots simultaneously. This tool is easier to clean, visually appealing, and showcases a barista's skill, enhancing the coffee-making experience. If you have a spouted portafilter, you will see one or two hollow tubes underneath it; this is where the streams of espresso will pour into your espresso cups.