Essential Home Barista Accessories: What You Actually Need
Scale ($15-30) is essential. Knock box ($20) saves mess. Skip $100+ tampers. What actually improves espresso vs marketing hype.
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What accessories do I need for home espresso?
Essential: scale ($15-30), tamper (or use the one included), knock box ($15-25). Nice-to-have: WDT tool, milk pitcher, dosing cup. Skip: expensive tamping stations, latte art pens.
Do I need a coffee scale for espresso?
Yes. A scale is the single most important accessory. Eyeballing doses doesn't work for espresso. Budget options under $20 work fine - you don't need a $200 Acaia.
Is a WDT tool necessary?
Not essential for beginners, but helps reduce channeling. A few toothpicks work as a free alternative until you decide to upgrade.
What size tamper do I need?
Match your portafilter: 58mm for Gaggia/Rancilio/most commercial-style machines, 54mm for Breville, 51mm for DeLonghi Dedica.
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