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Page Contents:
-Espresso Tampers
-Knock Out Box
-Cappuccino Duster Set
-Refillable Pods and Caddy
-Espresso Maker Cleaner
-Espresso Head Brush
Related Pages:
-Milk Frothers & Pitchers
-Espresso Spoons
-Espresso & Cappuccino Cups
-Stovetop Espresso Makers
-Coffee Measures & Accessories
-Sugar Accessories
-Fantes.com Main Page
Espresso tamping is very important with most espresso/cappuccino
makers.
Proper tamping allows the hot water to bathe the coffee grounds
thoroughly before escaping into the cup. With improper tamping, the water
makes a quick channel to its escape route, producing a watery cup. (CoffeeResearch.Org
has a good tutorial on tamping.)
The coffee must be ground correctly for your particular espresso
maker. Tamping won't help very coarse coffee grounds, and will only clog the
porta-filter (handled filter holder) if the grounds are too fine
Tamping is not recommended with stovetop espresso makers, as the
amount of pressure produced may not be adequate to go through tamped
grounds.
After filling the coffee grounds and before tamping, tap the porta-filter
gently against a flat surface, to even the coffee.
Buying Tip: Measure the inside edge of your coffeemaker filter,
and choose a tamper that fits snugly inside.
Knocking out the coffee grinds is made easy with a knock-out box.
Gently tap the porta-filter against it to remove the grounds from the
filter.
By the way, if you're making multiple cups, leave the porta-filter in
place on the espresso maker, and knock out the grinds when you're ready to
make the next cup. This will keep the porta-filter hotter and your dose of
espresso will also stay hotter longer.
 Frothing
pitchers used for cappuccino have curved bodies that help the milk to
swirl better when frothing from the steam wand of an espresso and cappuccino
maker. We have several
frothing pitchers available. Or use one of the many pump type frothers
on that page.
Cleaning your espresso maker on a regular basis insures not only a
consistently good cup, but also a longer life for your machine. Check the
unit's instructions and get help with our cleaning brush and solution. |
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Gourmet Espresso Tamper
$19.99
#17077
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1-3/8" long,
2-1/8" diameter tamp on one side,
1-15/16" diameter tamp on other side,
Concave surfaces creates a round coffee crown,
Dark space-age metal alloy weighs almost 1/4 Lb,
Austrian Swarovski® crystal in center of both tamps
 Crafted in the US |
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Dual Metal Tamper $5.99
#98961
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2" tamp,
2.25" tamp,
2-7/8" high,
Flat surfaces,
Aluminum alloy |
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Italian Espress™ Tamper
$12.99
#120378
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1-7/8" (49 mm) tamp end,
3-1/2" long,
Weighs .46 lb,
18/10 stainless steel,
Blue acrylic accent top,
Dishwasher safe
China |
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2" Stainless Espresso Tamper
$6.99
#120152
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1-7/8" tamp,
2-3/4" high,
Slightly rounded surface,
Hollow stainless steel
China |
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Knock Out Box, 7" Square
$24.99
#97710
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7" square,
2.5" high,
Stainless with wood base,
Rubber encased metal bar |
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Tall Knock Out Box for Espresso
Grounds $26.99
#9747
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4.75" square rubber base,
6" high,
Removable 5/16" thick metal bar is rubber coated,
Stainless box has a sealed welded bottom and is removable from the
rubber base,
Dishwasher safe
China |
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Cappuccino Duster Set $20.99
#120088
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2-1/2" discs,
Screw-on ring holds discs in place,
Heart, star and cup/saucer,
5" high overall,
18/8 stainless steel,
Spring loaded plastic paddle
China |
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Coffee Stencils, Set of 4
$2.99
#121229
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3-1/2" round discs,
Washable plastic,
Hold over cup and sprinkle confectioners sugar, cocoa, or cinnamon to
decorate
China |
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Refillable Coffee Pods, 2Pk
$5.99
#8811
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2-3/8" diameter,
2-5/8" with side nubs,
1/2" thick,
5/16" long center knob,
Extra fine nylon mesh,
Heat resistant nylon body,
For Senseo and other similar espresso makers
Germany |
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Espresso Coffee Pod Caddy
$10.99
#5244
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Holds about 18 pods,
7-1/2" tall,
3-1/2" diameter,
18/10 stainless steel tube with acrylic window,
Stainless steel retrieving wire,
Snug-fitting stainless steel lid,
Hand wash
China |
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Durgol Espresso Machine
Decalcifier $13.99
#120444
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2 single-portion bottles,
4.2 fl oz each,
For use in all brands and types of espresso makers
Switzerland |
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Espresso Maker Head Cleaning
Brush $4.99
#21270
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9" long,
Stiff nylon bristle,
Stainless wire,
Plastic handle,
Adjust to any size head,
Made in USA |
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