Small parts, big impact: How portafilters and screens affect espresso extraction

Key takeaways When it comes to extracting excellent espresso, baristas rightly focus on variables like grind size, dose, yield, water temperature, and pressure profiling. Yet two components that sit at the centre of every extraction rarely get the attention they deserve: the portafilter basket and the shower screen.  “The shower screen and the portafilter work […] The post Small parts, big impact: How portafilters and screens affect espresso extraction appeared first on Perfect Daily Grind .