What is the difference between flat, C-flat, C-Ripple, Ripple, O-Ring, Euro Curve and American Curve?
These base shapes were all carefully invented for choice. It gives baristi an option. The C-flat has a Euro Curve around the edge and is flat in the centre. It creates a seal around the edge of the puck to prevent channelling. The C-Ripple has the same qualities as the C-flat and one extra, in theory; the ripple effect creates more surface area for the water to pass through the coffee. The C-Ripple was used by the World barista Champion of 2009. The purpose of the Euro Curve was also to seal the edges. Sammy Piccolo’s favourite. The American Curve has a very slight curve barely noticeable to the naked eye. Reg was inspired by David Schomer. The O-Ring, available by special order only, works as a squeegee in the basket taking down those last little crumbs you have been dying to find a solution for.
