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The essentials

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Scale

Weigh coffee in and espresso out, so a good shot is one you can repeat.

Tamper

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Nice to have

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Milk pitcher

Subminimal FlowTip Milk Jug

Subminimal

FlowTip Milk Jug

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We couldn't confirm the De'Longhi Eletta Explore has a steam wand. Check before buying the Subminimal FlowTip Milk Jug if you plan to make milk drinks.

Grinder

Optional: the De'Longhi Eletta Explore has a grinder built in.

WDT tool

Fine needles that break up clumps so water flows evenly through the coffee.

Distributor

Levels the coffee before you tamp. Must match your machine's basket size.

Puck screen

Sits on top of the coffee for more even water flow and a cleaner machine. Must match your machine's basket size.

Dosing cup

Catches grounds from the grinder so less ends up on the counter. Must match your machine's basket size.

Knock box

A place to knock out used coffee pucks.