Perfect extraction every time
We recommend using the Red Crema Plus (RCP) basket for best results. The RCP basket is our custom-made portafilter basket that we specifically designed to work with our red espresso® ground Rooibos. It delivers a perfect shot – thick, rich crema, stronger taste and better extraction. The science is simple, the RCP basket has fewer holes than a typical coffee portafilter basket. This helps slow the extraction to produce a richer, tastier shot of our red espresso® Rooibos more consistently.
However, you can also make our ground rooibos using your standard double filter basket and manually pre-infusing (start expressing and stop when the pour starts, wait 10 seconds, then express a double shot (60ml / 2oz). Or using an AeroPress.
Pros of the RCP basket
- Consistent shots every time
- Better, thicker crema
- Strong intense flavour
- Convenient: no need to manually pre-infuse
Products specifications
Made of stainless steel
57mm in diameter
Extremely easy to use
Fits on most models of the following commercial machines:
– La Marzocco
– Synesso
– Slayer
– Kees Van Der Westen
– Nuova Simonelli
– Victoria Arduino
– Astoria
– Rancilio
– Wega
– Brasilia
– Expobar
– Rocket
– Faema
Please note that the RCP Basket does not fit the following machines:
– Conti
– Unic
– La San Marco
– La Pavoni
– La Scala
– Other 53mm group heads
If you have one of these machines, we suggest using a standard double filter basket for red espresso® and pre-infusing for best results. Or try using an AeroPress.
Instructions
Step 1: Place the RCP basket in your porta handle
Ideally have a dedicated porta handle for our red espresso® ground rooibos
Step 2: Dose
Scoop 14g of red espresso® ground Rooibos (1 red scoop) into the RCP basket.
Step 3: Level
Ensure the red espresso® ground Rooibos is at an even level in the basket. Do not tamp.
Step 4: Bless
Using your palm, wipe away any excess red espresso® ground Rooibos from the rim of the filter basket.
Step 5: Extract
Pull a double shot (60ml). Wipe basket with a damp cloth afterwards if necessary.