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Bottomless portafilter

Also known as naked portafilter · bottomless portafilter · bottomless · portafiltro sin fondo

What it is and what sets it apart: Bottomless = same tool as naked: no spouts, visible stream. Differs from spouted portafilters.

What it’s for and how to use it: Prep carefully → watch flow symmetry and early blonding → fix distribution/tamp/grind.

Cup impact or benefit: Faster puck feedback; fewer mystery astringent shots.

Technical notes: More splash—taller cup. Won’t fix an impossible grinder.

Common mistakes: Blaming only the machine for blonding. Running it dirty.

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