{"title":"Puck prep accessories","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"puq-navigator-wdt-tool-1","title":"Puq Navigator WDT Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/products\/puqpress-q-gen-6-precision-coffee-tamper\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy the Puqpress to optimise your café workflow here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePuqpress\u003c\/a\u003e is one of our favourite examples of engineering meeting caffeine. Drawing on his experience stabilising massive oil rigs, Dutch engineer Laurens Pluimers built the Puqpress to stabilise portafilter coffee beds with the same precision he applied to 10,000-ton sea vessels. After automating the process of tamping coffee with the Puqpress, PUQ has revolutionised puck preparation once more by developing the first automatic coffee distributor of its kind, the PUQ Prep Navigator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePUQ’s Navigator is a premium WDT tool designed for automating \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/puck-prep-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse our puck prep gear here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epuck preparation\u003c\/a\u003e for high-volume commercial coffee businesses and serious home enthusiasts seeking next-level workflow efficiency. With one touch, the Navigator’s advanced set of motorised needles give you uniform puck density, and minimises shot channeling in just 2 - 6 seconds, depending on the mode chosen. This empowers busy baristas by reducing downtime, effort and strain while increasing productivity, and consistently producing great cups of coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the PUQ Prep Navigator ensures your espresso shots start with an evenly distributed and level coffee bed. The unique needle configuration has been designed to thoroughly agitate coffee grounds to prevent channeling paths which may form. It uses multiple needles set at specific, varying angles, programmed to simulate an unpredictable pattern that avoids the pitfalls of fixed patterns of distribution. The Navigator WDT’s open design lets you grind directly into your portafilter, or adjust your dose as the needles operate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted for discerning baristas who demand precision without the added hassle, the PUQ Prep Navigator seamlessly transforms your espresso routine and delivers an elevated experience for every shot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe height=\"315\" width=\"560\" style=\"margin: 40px auto; display: block;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SOKWiuQh4sg?si=vOtlS_Ju4DyT0E0r\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePuqpress Navigator WDT Tool features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 distribution types; Standard, Speedy \u0026amp; Precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoosts consistency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeclumps coffee grounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelay mode to fill the basket under your grinder before distributing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvens puck distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster than a standard WDT tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-touch distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents channelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces over-extraction risk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePuqpress Navigator WDT Tool specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharge capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500-800 cycles, mode dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C Lithium battery\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 105 x 95 x 50 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeedle options:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-20 gram basket \u0026amp; 20-22 gram basket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Puqpress","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45943879729338,"sku":"PUQNAV-2","price":12999.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/Navigator_black_top_hero1_fbb92b84-facf-4f8b-9ce2-18b9dacc4dfe.jpg?v=1780482487"},{"product_id":"3d-printed-dosing-cup","title":"3D Printed Dosing Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eDosing cups are handy because they simplify weighing and transferring coffee beans or grounds. This sturdy but lightweight cup simplifies espresso workflows with a 58mm mouth and lip collar that fits directly onto industry-standard portafilters. This reduces mess when dosing for espresso, making it easier to get the grounds into the portafilter neatly. This dosing cup comes in black and has been 3D printed using durable and food-safe PLA+ filament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter putting the dosing cup on your scale and taring, the cup can be fitted directly underneath a grinder chute. You can then check your exact dose weight before transferring the coffee into your portafilter. Just place the portafilter on top of the cup and then hold them both as you flip the portafilter over. The snug fit ensures all your coffee grounds fall into the portafilter basket, and not onto your workstation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3D Printed Dosing Cup features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure 58mm portafilter fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-safe 3D-printed filament\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents waste by reducing mess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaves space by allowing you to weigh doses without the portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3D Printed Dosing Cup specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e PLA+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 58 mm wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~25g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Partshub","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943898800314,"sku":"3DPC0000031","price":225.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/dosingcupblack.jpg?v=1780482518"},{"product_id":"lelit-coffee-leveller","title":"Lelit Coffee Leveller","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe impressive offerings from Italian manufacturer \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy from our range of Italian-made Lelit espresso machines and accessories\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/lelit\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eLelit\u003c\/a\u003e have quickly made it one of the most important names in the market for domestic espresso machines but extracting great espresso requires more than just a machine and grinder. It also requires accurate puck prep, something Lelit had in mind when it developed its own coffee distribution tool. The three-finned Lelit Coffee Leveller has a sleek but sturdy construction. It is designed to help you ensure you get a perfectly uniform puck inside your portafilter basket before tamping and brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lelit Coffee Leveller is a distributor that enables you to obtain consistent density and distribution of your espresso puck. This helps to minimise channelling, where the water going through the coffee puck favours certain paths and leads to both over and under extraction in the same bed of coffee. By using this tool you can achieve a more balanced shot of espresso thanks to more consistent extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Lelit Coffee Leveller features an anti-slip handle in black brushed aluminium with measurements on its side when making adjustments to the depth. The anti-slip surface of the leveller's back guarantees a secure grip and the adjustable height allows you to adapt the leveller to different doses of ground coffee inside your portafilter basket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis coffee distributor is compatible with most 58 mm espresso portafilters and baskets\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLelit 58.55mm Coffee Leveller features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimalist design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack satin-finish aluminium handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel head with polished finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-slip back coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLelit 58.55mm Coffee Leveller specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black brushed handle, polished stainless steel base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W 58.55 x L 57 x H 30 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Lelit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943898865850,"sku":"LCD58","price":995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/lelit_distributor.jpg?v=1780482521"},{"product_id":"presso-magnetic-dosing-funnel","title":"Presso Magnetic Dosing Funnel","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrinding directly into a portafilter can get messy sometimes. Between machine jitters, static, and the sheer speed at which your ground coffee can exit the grinder chute, grinds can find their way onto your counter pretty often. Fortunately, Presso’s dosing funnel is a simple but effective tool for resolving this issue. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresso’s dosing funnel (or collar, if you prefer) is compatible with any 58mm portafilter, and attaches snugly and reliably thanks to a magnetic edge. By raising a “lip” above your portafilter, the funnel lowers the chances of your coffee spraying out of the portafilter. It also provides a kind of chute for grinds to slide down, ensuring that they land more neatly into your portafilter and that they are more evenly distributed. This tool also pairs well with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/products\/presso-wdt?variant=41584120004742\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"See the Presso WDT here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePresso’s WDT\u003c\/a\u003e if you really want to perfect your puck prep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePresso 58mm Magnetic Dosing Funnel features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 58mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches via magnetic edge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents counter mess and promotes even distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Presso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943902175418,"sku":"PMDF58","price":395.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/presso-dosing-collar-FINAL_0dc3b0d2-7169-408d-9df9-097311c27a12.jpg?v=1780482526"},{"product_id":"barista-hustle-ring-dosing-collar","title":"Barista Hustle Ring Dosing Collar","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/barista-hustle\" title=\"Browse more Barista Hustle products\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBarista Hustle\u003c\/a\u003e is, first and foremost, a digital coffee education platform for baristas, business owners, and coffee-enthusiasts as a whole. Founded by Melbourne-based barista and 2012 World Brewers Cup champion Matt Perger, Barista Hustle conducts cutting-edge research related to all things coffee, from business best practices to barista technique to hardcore coffee chemistry, and uses its findings to develop and distribute industry-leading learning and training materials. More recently, Barista Hustle has turned its expertise towards researching, designing and selling both high-quality basic barista gear, as well as advanced coffee brewing tools under the moniker “Barista Hustle Tools”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Ring is Barista Hustle’s own dosing collar. Dosing collars are unassuming but useful \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/puck-prep-equipment\" title=\"Check out more puck prep kit here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epuck prep tools\u003c\/a\u003e that help keep your counter clean and aid \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/blogs\/how-to-make-great-coffee\/espresso-channelling-extraction-distribution\" title=\"Read up on puck prep\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeven grind distribution\u003c\/a\u003e into your portafilter. By raising a “lip” above your portafilter, the Ring lowers the chances of your grinds spraying out of the portafilter and provides a kind of chute for them to slide down, thus ensuring that they land more neatly within your filter basket. The Ring sports a reflective interior, making it easy to spot errant grinds when it comes time to clean up, and attaches conveniently and reliably via 8 neodymium magnets in the base. It’s also made purely of food-safe 304 stainless steel, so there’s no paint or coating to chip off over time, ensuring that the Ring will remain sleek and stylish as long as you have it. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBarista Hustle Ring features and specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard 58mm espresso portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of food-safe 304 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrushed exterior, mirror finish interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttaches via 8 dependable neodymium magnets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a laser-etched Barista Hustle logo on the side\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevents grind spillage and aids even distribution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (top diameter x bottom diameter x height): 66 x 70.5 x 23mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barista Hustle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943905452218,"sku":"3003SSR58","price":1079.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/barista-hustle-ring-main-FINAL.jpg?v=1780482532"},{"product_id":"timemore-magic-cube-portafilter-stand","title":"Timemore Magic Cube Portafilter Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/timemore\" title=\"Browse all of our Timemore products here.\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTimemore\u003c\/a\u003e really is all about form and function. The Shanghai-based brand has a stunning catalogue of products that are both high-quality and dressed to impress with sleek minimalism. The Magic Cube Portafilter Stand is no exception, and might be Timemore’s simplest item yet, while still being eminently practical. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a an elegant little silicon and stainless steel block that holds your portafilter level and steady, and protects your counter while you tamp. Thanks to its compact size, it easily fits on most coffee scales, and so provides you with the perfect platform to accurately and painlessly weigh the ground coffee in your portafilter, streamlining your espresso workflow. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTimemore Magic Cube Portafilter Stand features and specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple, elegant design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo-slip base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (L x W x H): 63 x 50 x 100mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: ~310g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: 304 stainless steel and silicon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Timemore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943911907514,"sku":"70TAC015AA001","price":500.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/timemore-magic-cube-portafilter-stand-main-FINAL.jpg?v=1780482540"},{"product_id":"presso-58mm-wedge-distribution-tool","title":"Presso 58mm Wedge Distribution Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe biggest contributing factor to the quality of a barista’s espresso, aside from the grinder and machine itself, is puck prep. Puck prep involves preparing and distributing your ground coffee in the portafilter prior to tamping, and there are a variety of methods and tools developed for such a procedure. The crux of puck prep is the distribution of your ground coffee in the portafilter, with the idea being that you want to have an even amount of coffee spread throughout. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresso’s distributor is a great tool for this. It sports three sloped fins that spread your ground coffee evenly around the portafilter, and its height is adjustable to account for different coffee doses and basket set-ups. This distributor is comfortably heavy in the hand and features a uniquely rugged design as far as espresso gear goes. All in all, it’s a simple device with an eye-catching build that makes it significantly easier to consistently pull evenly extracted shots of espresso. Pair it with Presso’s self-levelling spring-loaded tamper and you’re all but guaranteed puck prep perfection whenever you brew. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePresso 58mm Coffee Distributor features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistributes ground coffee evenly throughout the portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable for different coffee doses and basket set ups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRugged design and weighty feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with 58mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions (H x D): x 58mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 488g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Presso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943918264506,"sku":"PCD58","price":995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/presso-wedge-distributor-on-side-FINAL.jpg?v=1780482550"},{"product_id":"brew-tool-grinder-dosing-cup","title":"Brew Tool Grinder Dosing Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe espresso brewing process can be \u003ca title=\"Here's a handy guide for brewing espresso.\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/blogs\/how-to-make-great-coffee\/beginners-guide-espresso\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ea little complex\u003c\/a\u003e in more than one way. Actual brewing technique aside, one also has to bear in mind \u003ca title=\"Browse all of those items here.\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/espresso-equipment-accessories\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eall of the pieces of equipment involved\u003c\/a\u003e, both those essential to the whole process and those designed to improve it. Brew Tool specialises in equipment of the latter category, and its dosing cup is sure to improve your workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen brewing a shot of espresso, you can usually dose straight from the grinder's chute into a portafilter. With a dosing cup like \u003ca title=\"See more Brew Tool Products here.\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/brew-tool\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBrew Tool's\u003c\/a\u003e, you instead dose into the cup, then attach your portafilter (overturned) to the cup's opening. Inverting the whole thing moves the ground coffee into the portafilter. This generally leads to more evenly distributed grounds in the portafilter prior to tamping, improving the extraction and taste of your shot. It's also easier to weigh your dose in a cup than in a portafilter carefully balanced on your scale. Dosing into a cup also lets you double-check the weight of your grinder's output before committing it to the portafilter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArguably ,the most attractive thing about a dosing cup is that it prevents mess and waste. One of the big pains of grinding into a portafilter is that stray coffee grounds often find their way onto and around your workstation as well as into the filter, which is both a pain to clean up and simply a waste of coffee. Even if your grinder doesn’t have a particular tendency to spray grounds or generate static, chances are it’s not always going to deliver 100% of your dose directly into the portafilter, particularly if said portafilter does not fit it perfectly. A dosing cup like this is the simplest and easiest way to solve this particular problem, and will no doubt speed, clean, and ease up your espresso dosing and brewing process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrew Tool Grinder Dosing Cup specifications\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 45 mm (compatible with all 58mm portafilters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 70mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e~ 30g capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel body with silicone grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Brew Tool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943921475770,"sku":"BTGDC","price":319.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/Brewtooldosingcuploweredanglelargercanvas.jpg?v=1780482556"},{"product_id":"presso-magnetic-wdt-with-stand","title":"Presso Magnetic WDT With Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to brewing espresso, puck prep is arguably the barista’s most active step in the process. The grinder, once dialed in, just needs to be turned on and off, as does the espresso machine itself, so there’s relatively little to do on those fronts other than follow a laid-out recipe. But distributing ground coffee evenly throughout the portafilter and achieving a uniform tamp? That’s all hands-on work. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistribution in particular can make a massive difference to the quality of your espresso. An unevenly pressed puck can lead to significant extraction issues that can ruin your espresso. While obvious issues can be resolved with a few taps of the portafilter and maybe the use of your thumb and palm, distribution flaws can lurk under the surface of a seemingly well-prepped puck and still lead to channelling. If you want to ensure that your ground coffee is truly prepped and ready for tamping, you’ll want a wire distribution tool (WDT) like Presso’s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite seeming like a pretty advanced piece of espresso kit, WDTs are easy to understand. When coffee is ground, it has a tendency to clump together due to static, particularly when it's ground really finely, like for espresso. If left unaddressed, these clumps will form uneven patches in your puck when tamped and can cause channelling, where water takes the easiest route through the coffee puck, causing a mix of under-extracted and over-extracted areas. This leads to an imbalanced and inconsistent flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe idea is to use Presso’s WDT to rake through your ground coffee prior to tamping. The fine needles break up any clumps they course through, and the tool as a whole gives you a lot of control to distribute your grounds evenly throughout the portafilter (though we recommend using it in tandem with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/search?type=product\u0026amp;q=dosing+collar\" title=\"Browse dosing collars here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003edosing collar\u003c\/a\u003e for mess-free ease of use). This allows you to prep your puck perfectly with consistency, leading to more even extractions and better tasting coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePresso WDT features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreaks up clumps and distributes coffee evenly throughout the portafilter, leading to even extractions and tastier coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a magnetic stand and a set of spare needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: plastic (base), food-safe stainless steel (needles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Presso","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943921574074,"sku":"PMWDTD","price":795.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/presso-wire-wdt-in-holder-side-FINAL.jpg?v=1780482560"},{"product_id":"eureka-mignon-dosing-funnel","title":"Eureka Mignon Dosing Funnel","description":"\u003cp\u003eDespite the elegance of espresso, espresso grinding can go a little awry sometimes. Because you’re grinding so fine, your ground coffee may sometimes spray as it flies out of a pair of rapidly turning burrs. Even \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/eureka-espresso-grinders\" title=\"See the Eureka collection of grinders\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eEureka\u003c\/a\u003e’s fantastic Mignon grinders, which are all about getting the most out of your grinds (they’re kitted with patented anti-clumping and anti-static tech) can’t always stop your grinds from dodging the portafilter and landing on your countertop. Volume definitely adds to the problem, with higher doses for double or triple shots causing more mess. Fortunately, there’s a fairly straightforward remedy in the form of a dosing funnel, and Eureka has some great funnels specifically made for its Mignon series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dosing funnel is a simple device. It just snaps onto the top of your portafilter and provides a nice wide chute that catches stray grinds and directs them into it. Eureka’s dosing funnel attaches magnetically, strongly enough to stay in place when turned upside down, thanks to a set of ultra-resistant magnets embedded in the base. It is specifically designed to fit the Mignon series’ distinctive “nose”-shaped chute. There’s also a specific version made especially for the Mignon Libra, so be sure to pick it up if that’s the machine you’re working with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEureka Mignon Dosing Funnel features and specifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for 57-58.3 mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 28mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpside-down magnetic adherence\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes espresso dosing cleaner and tidier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eureka","offers":[{"title":"Mignon 57-58.3 mm","offer_id":45943924588730,"sku":"DSF-001","price":794.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mignon Libra 57-58.3 mm tall (28mm height)","offer_id":45943924621498,"sku":"DSF-003","price":794.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/mignon_dosing_funnel_standard_front_face_hero_shot_FINAL2.jpg?v=1780482562"},{"product_id":"barista-hustle-comb-wdt","title":"Barista Hustle Comb WDT","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Check out more Barista Hustle items here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/barista-hustle\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBarista Hustle\u003c\/a\u003e is, first and foremost, a digital coffee education platform for baristas, business owners, and coffee-enthusiasts as a whole. Founded by Melbourne-based barista and 2012 World Brewers Cup champion Matt Perger, Barista Hustle conducts cutting-edge research related to all things coffee, from business best practices to barista technique to hardcore coffee chemistry, and uses its findings to develop and distribute industry-leading learning and training materials. More recently, Barista Hustle has turned its expertise towards researching, designing and selling both high-quality basic barista gear, as well as advanced coffee brewing tools under the moniker “Barista Hustle Tools”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarista Hustle’s Comb is its take on a Weiss\/Wire Distribution Tool, or WDT. A WDT is a useful and increasingly ubiquitous \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Browse more puck prep tools here\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/puck-prep-equipment\" target=\"_blank\"\u003etool for espresso puck prep\u003c\/a\u003e. When ground espresso-fine, coffee has a tendency to pick up a fair amount of static generated by the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Browse espresso grinders\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/espresso-grinders\" target=\"_blank\"\u003egrinder\u003c\/a\u003e. This causes the super fine coffee grounds to clump together, which can mess up your distribution and result in \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Learn more about channelling and espresso puck prep\" href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/blogs\/how-to-make-great-coffee\/espresso-channelling-extraction-distribution\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echannelling\u003c\/a\u003e if left unaddressed prior to tamping. A WDT such as Barista Hustle’s Comb breaks up these clumps when it is raked through a bed of ground coffee, and additionally allows one to distribute coffee evenly throughout the portafilter, thus preventing channeling and ensuring more consistent extraction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets Barista Hustle’s Comb apart is its adjustability. Its soft silicone handle is perforated with 25 holes, into which you can arrange your needles into whatever configuration you like, from an evenly-spaced hexagon to a straight rake. If you’re worried about losing any needles, don’t stress. You get 30 in the box and, unlike with other WDTs, these needles have rounded tips, so you don’t have to worry about any accidental acupuncture incidents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: a WDT is great on its own, but works best when paired with a dosing collar, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/products\/barista-hustle-ring-dosing-collar\" title=\"Check it out here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBarista Hustle’s own\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBarista Hustle Comb features and specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack silicone handle - sturdy, dishwasher safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with 30 0.35mm needles made of flexible and durable 501 stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRounded ends on all needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustomizable layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Barista Hustle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943924654266,"sku":"BHCMB1","price":799.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/barista-hustle-main-FINAL.jpg?v=1780482564"},{"product_id":"wormhole-ring-magnetic-portafilter-collar","title":"Wormhole Ring Magnetic Portafilter Collar","description":"\u003cp\u003eEspresso can be a messy affair behind the machine. Sure, from the customer or drinker's perspective, everything is neat, tidy and beautifully presented, but when you're making the stuff, it can get a little more challenging. Coffee grounds really do have a tendency to go everywhere, particularly when finely ground, even more so when propelled out of an espresso grinder chute at high speed. Thankfully, the Wormhole Ring Magnetic Portafilter Collar solves that problem! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cleverly designed little contraption magnetically clips to your portafilter, making the 'basket' that's receiving the coffee a bit deeper, and also bring the sides closer to the espresso grinder chute. That means more espresso in your portafilter - all of it in fact - and less on your counter. You can then tamp with the Wormhole Ring in place, and easily remove it for brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Wormhole Ring is designed for any 58mm portafilter, but it also comes with a rubber ring attachment which makes it usable for smaller portafilters between 53 \u0026amp; 55mm in diameter (though the magnet doesn't attach as well when used with this fitting). Nobody needs to make a mess on the counter anymore!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can check out the Wormhole Ring in action while enjoying some cheesy music in the videos below...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe style=\"display: block; margin: 30px auto;\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/HtVORlAIjVY\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e \u003ciframe style=\"display: block; margin: 30px auto;\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QKrfunbFucA\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWormhole Ring features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes magnets to clip to portafilter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 58mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits almost any steel portafilter thanks to rubber adjustment ring (though magnet does not attach as strongly when used this way)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes espresso dosing cleaner and tidier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade of plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cape Coffee Beans","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45943927963834,"sku":"PH-N620326","price":499.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/Wormhole-Portafilter-Collar-Black-Boxed_1d9aa21b-31b6-402b-a61b-f0717e017cf7.jpg?v=1780482570"},{"product_id":"pesado-portafilter-dosing-cup","title":"Pesado Portafilter Dosing Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaking espresso is a complicated practice that involves a lot of moving parts. Because of this, the workflow is incredibly important and the right tools can make a world of difference. Pesado is an expert in creating tools to help you improve your coffee-making workflow and make your coffee taste the best that it can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pesado Portafilter Dosing Cup allows you to dose into a cup instead of directly into the portafilter. The cup then fits neatly into the portafilter (ideally turned upside down) and enables you to transfer the coffee quickly, easily and without a mess. This is particularly useful if you have a grinder without a portafilter holder or one that tends to create static or spray coffee outside the portafilter. Not only does this tool help to reduce waste, but it creates a much more evenly distributed coffee bed prior to tamping, resulting in better extractions and better-tasting espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to be very precise about your espresso coffee doses (as you should) the dosing cup also makes weighing the dose coming out of the grinder much easier than trying to balance a portafilter on top of a scale. Buy a Pesado dosing cup to make your espresso-making process smoother and more precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePesado Portafilter Dosing Cup features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 58.5mm (works with all 58mm portafilters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 70mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps ensure even distribution of coffee before tamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces waste and mess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps to precisely dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pesado","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943931306170,"sku":"PH-5129193","price":1229.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/Pesado-Dosing-Cup.jpg?v=1780482577"},{"product_id":"motta-portafilter-dosing-cup","title":"Motta Portafilter Dosing Cup","description":"\u003cp\u003eMaking espresso is a complicated practise that involves a lot of moving parts. Because of this, the workflow is incredibly important and the right tools can make a world of difference. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/motta\" title=\"See the full Motta collection\"\u003eMotta Metallurgica\u003c\/a\u003e is an expert in creating tools to help you improve your coffee making workflow and make your coffee taste the best that it can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Motta Portafilter Dosing Cup allows you to dose into a cup instead of directly into the portafilter. The cup then fits neatly into the upside-down portafilter and allows you to transfer the coffee easily and without mess. Not only does this tool help to reduce waste, but it creates a much more evenly distributed coffee bed prior to tamping, resulting in better extractions and better tasting espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotta Portafilter Dosing Cup features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter: 54mm cup with 58mm ridge (fits fully into 58mm portafilter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 60mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Stainless Steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps ensure even distribution of coffee before tamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces waste and mess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps to precisely dose\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured in Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Motta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45943945756858,"sku":"PH-1165319","price":499.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/motta-dosing-cup-for-ground-coffee.jpg?v=1780482614"},{"product_id":"stainless-steel-portafilter-collar","title":"Stainless Steel Portafilter Collar","description":"\u003cp\u003eEspresso can be a messy affair behind the machine. 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Made of high-quality stainless steel and with a wide mouth and 22mm height, a portafilter collar (or funnel) will definitely make your dosing that little bit tidier, and help you avoid that little bit of extra cleanup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStainless Steel Portafilter Collar features \u0026amp; specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for any 58mm portafilters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes espresso dosing cleaner and tidier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: stainless steel\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnetic base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpper external diameter: 70 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower external diameter: 58 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 22mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n","brand":"Cape Coffee Beans","offers":[{"title":"Black","offer_id":45943952572602,"sku":"LF-3494013","price":599.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silver","offer_id":45943952605370,"sku":"LF-3494011","price":599.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/5754\/1818\/files\/Portafilter-Funnel-Collar-Silver_6da00332-2155-4498-8dc6-88724b58e04d.jpg?v=1780482627"},{"product_id":"puq-navigator-wdt-tool","title":"Puq Navigator WDT Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe story of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/products\/puqpress-q-gen-6-precision-coffee-tamper\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Buy the Puqpress to optimise your café workflow here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ePuqpress\u003c\/a\u003e is one of our favourite examples of engineering meeting caffeine. Drawing on his experience stabilising massive oil rigs, Dutch engineer Laurens Pluimers built the Puqpress to stabilise portafilter coffee beds with the same precision he applied to 10,000-ton sea vessels. After automating the process of tamping coffee with the Puqpress, PUQ has revolutionised puck preparation once more by developing the first automatic coffee distributor of its kind, the PUQ Prep Navigator.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePUQ’s Navigator is a premium WDT tool designed for automating \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/capecoffeebeans.co.za\/collections\/puck-prep-equipment\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Browse our puck prep gear here\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003epuck preparation\u003c\/a\u003e for high-volume commercial coffee businesses and serious home enthusiasts seeking next-level workflow efficiency. With one touch, the Navigator’s advanced set of motorised needles give you uniform puck density, and minimises shot channeling in just 2 - 6 seconds, depending on the mode chosen. This empowers busy baristas by reducing downtime, effort and strain while increasing productivity, and consistently producing great cups of coffee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing the PUQ Prep Navigator ensures your espresso shots start with an evenly distributed and level coffee bed. The unique needle configuration has been designed to thoroughly agitate coffee grounds to prevent channeling paths which may form. It uses multiple needles set at specific, varying angles, programmed to simulate an unpredictable pattern that avoids the pitfalls of fixed patterns of distribution. 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