Espresso Tamper

HICs Dual-Sided Espresso Tamper compresses ground espresso coffee into a puck thats level and dense for a richer, more flavorful espresso brew Made from heavyweight aluminum; resists damage caused by the naturally occurring acids found in coffee; strong and durable Compress ground espresso into a dense, evenly dispersed puck through which pressurized water flows more slowly for a richer, flavorful extraction Creates a necessary gap between the top of the grounds and the machine so the dampened grounds dont swell and clog the water disbursement screen Dual ends (50-millimeters and 55-millimeters) fit most portafilter baskets; 4-ounce weight for effortless tamping; hand wash in warm, soapy water