Tamper for Espresso, Aluminum

Coffee can’t be called espresso without crema, which adds weight and silkiness to espresso. A tamper adds weight to the espresso, helping to compact it for extraction. A fine, delicate, evenly distributed crema should cover the entire top of every demitasse.

Expert Tips

• The best espresso is extracted for 20 to 30 seconds, depending on the recipe and flavors desired, and whether it is dark- or light-roasted espresso.
• Apply enough pressure with the tamper to vary the extraction timing and the pressure needed to create fine crema.