Espresso Tools and Accessories
Espresso tools to unlock full espresso making ability. Espresso tampers, distributors, portafilters, and more.
You've got the espresso machine? You've got the amazing coffee to make with it? You're one step away from the perfect espresso for either home consumption or serving your customers. All Things Coffee is the number 1 place to find all of your espresso making tools and coffee accessories. Scroll for everything you need in espresso tampers, portafilters, espresso distributors, full toolkits, and more.
Espresso Tampers
An espresso tamper, or coffee tamper, is a small but essential tool in making quality espresso. Its primary value lies in its ability to compress coffee grounds evenly within the portafilter basket. This uniform compression ensures proper extraction by creating a consistent surface for water to pass through, leading to a more balanced and flavorful espresso shot. Coffee tampers prevent this “channeling” to create consistency in your coffee masterpieces.
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IKAPE Coffee Tamper – Wooden Handle, Calibrated Tamper
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IKAPE Coffee Tamper V3 – Black
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IKAPE V3 Calibrated Coffee Tamper With Flat Base
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IKAPE V4 Espresso Calibrated Tamper
£44.84 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
What is an espresso tamper?
The perfect espresso requires precision. When measured, you need your coffee to be compressed in order to achieve an even extraction around your portafilter. Espresso tools give you the advantage in achieving absolute perfection.
Why use an espresso distributor?
Even Distribution: Consistent extraction through evenly distributed coffee grounds
Reduces Channeling: Proper distribution reduces the risk of channeling, which occurs when water finds paths of least resistance through the coffee puck during extraction.
Espresso Distributors
An espresso distributor is another small but critical tool. It serves a valuable role in the espresso-making process. Its primary function is to evenly distribute coffee grounds within the portafilter basket before tamping.
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IKAPE Gravity Espresso Distributor – Black
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IKAPE Gravity Espresso Distributor – Black and Silver
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IKAPE Espresso Gravity Distributor – Silver
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IKAPE Espresso Distributor, Tamper, WDT Tool Set (Wooden)
£122.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Espresso Portafilters
An espresso distributor is another small but critical tool. It serves a valuable role in the espresso-making process. Its primary function is to evenly distribute coffee grounds within the portafilter basket before tamping.
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IKAPE Openwork Bottomless Portafilter with High Extraction Precision Basket
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IKAPE Espresso Bottomless Portafilter Dark Wood Handle
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IKAPE Espresso Bottomless Portafilter Colorful Wooden Handle
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IKAPE Espresso Bottomless Portafilter Wooden Handle
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Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT) Tools
WDT espresso tools, short for “Weiss Distribution Technique,” are crucial devices for any dedicated espresso enthusiast or professional barista. These tools, typically featuring a metal needle or pin array, are crafted to distribute coffee grounds evenly in the portafilter basket before tamping.
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IKAPE Espresso V2 WDT Tool With Stand
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IKAPE Espresso WDT Tools
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IKAPE Espresso Distributor, Tamper, WDT Tool Set (Wooden)
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IKAPE Espresso Distributor, Calibrated Tamper, WDT Tool Set (Black)
£105.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Espresso Tool Bundles
Every espresso tool that you could need, in 1 package! If you need it all, and you need it now, our espresso making tools and accessories bundles are where you should be taking aim.
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IKAPE Espresso Tools Set (Black)
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IKAPE Espresso Tools (Wood)
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IKAPE Espresso 7 in 1 Organizer Box
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IKAPE V5 Knock Box Puck Prep Set
£310.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
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Coffee Scales
If you want consistent espressos, you need coffee weighing scales! It’s as simple as that. You can easily find out how many grams of coffee make your perfect espresso and repeat it over and over again for your customers or friends to know you as an espresso maestro!
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Metal Smart Palm Electronic Coffee Scale – V3
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IKAPE V1 Coffee Electronic Scale
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IKAPE Smart Electronic Coffee Scale with Bluetooth APP_V2 Pro
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All Espresso Tools and Accessories
Including coffee scales, burr grinders, milk jugs, and more
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IKAPE Coffee Tamper – Wooden Handle, Calibrated Tamper
£39.23 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE Coffee Tamper V3 – Black
£39.23 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE V3 Calibrated Coffee Tamper With Flat Base
£35.23 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE Gravity Espresso Distributor – Black
£36.83 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE Gravity Espresso Distributor – Black and Silver
£35.23 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE V4 Espresso Calibrated Tamper
£44.84 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE Espresso Gravity Distributor – Silver
£34.81 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
IKAPE Espresso Tools Set (Black)
£189.90 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
A Few How To's on Espresso Tools
Quality
IKAPE specializes in coffee accessories and boasts a product development and production team. Customers can expect top-notch products, great value, convenient express delivery, and reliable shipping times. Our coffee accessories range are created from sustainable materials and come in a range of colours and finishes to match your home or coffee shop’s look.
Barista At Home
Perfect Barista coffee requires 2 things along with amazing coffee and good machinery: The precision that comes from tampering and correctly distributing your espresso, and of course the theatre that comes with the suite of tools available for Baristas at home! Barista tools can make a great coffee lover into a talented Barista. Coffee tools and accessories can support you in every step of your coffee process, from weighing coffee to frothing milk!
Serving the Hospitality World
Our espresso tools and accessories are commercial grade. That means that if you run a café or coffee shop, and need some stylish and high-quality espresso making tools, we’ve got you covered. We are proud to supply coffee accessories to the professional coffee industry across the UK and beyond!
Why WDT?
This meticulous distribution procedure guarantees consistent extraction while brewing, resulting in a more harmonious and flavorful espresso shot. By dispersing clumps and redistributing grounds uniformly, WDT tools support extraction consistency and enhance overall espresso quality. With their precise design and emphasis on improving extraction dynamics, WDT espresso tools are a must-have for individuals aiming for excellence in their espresso-making pursuits.
Coffee Tamper Science
Water under high pressure (typically 9 bars in an espresso machine) is forced through the puck. If the coffee tamping is too light, water flows too quickly, under-extracting the coffee. If it’s too heavy, it may overly restrict the flow, leading to over-extraction or no flow at all. If the puck’s surface is uneven, water pressure can concentrate on the lower areas, creating unequal extraction zones. A coffee tamper is key to consistency!
Did you know that coffee tampers come in 3 different types: Palm tampers, classic tampers, and automatic coffee tampers (which are usually used by coffee shops).
Coffee Accessories for Coffee Greatness
Our coffee accessories range is stacked with kit that will help any commercial coffee service or espresso from home reach the next level. We are here to ensure precision, consistency, and the overall quality of the brewing process.
Coffee accessories with All Things Coffee are sourced from the best creators around the world and are compatible with domestic and professional espresso machines.