La Pavoni Lever Filter Basket
Best single-shot basket for home espresso enthusiasts using lever machines.
This versatile basket bridges the gap between traditional manual brewing and the convenience of pre-portioned pods. While it demands a specific 51mm tamper for ground coffee, its dual-purpose design offers a rare flexibility for those who want to switch between fresh shots and ESE pods without swapping hardware.
$6.60
at
The Espresso Shop
Who it's for
- Purists seeking authentic, traditional 7-gram single espresso shots
- Busy home baristas needing quick, mess-free ESE pod convenience
- Owners requiring guaranteed, leak-free compatibility with La Pavoni machines
Who should skip it
- Novices struggling with uneven tamping and espresso channeling
- Experimenters preferring modern, higher-dose espresso ratios
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for affordable, generic alternatives
Performance breakdown
Extraction consistency
Delivers reliable, balanced shots when paired with a precise 51mm tamper.
Versatility
Seamlessly switches between fresh ground coffee and convenient ESE pods.
Build durability
Robust stainless steel construction withstands daily pressure and heat cycles.
Tamper compatibility
Requires a specific 51mm size, limiting options for standard tamper collections.
Ease of installation
Drops directly into New Group Pavoni machines without any modifications.
Dose precision
Optimized strictly for single shots; lacks capacity for double dosing.
Key Specs
Part No
327057
Capacity
7g
Edge to edge diameter
ø 60mm
Height
20.5mm
Compatibility
New Group machines with Internal Group Piston Sleeve
Tamper Requirement
51mm coffee tamper
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