WDT Espresso Distribution Tool Espresso Stirrer Tools for Barista, 0.35mm 7 Needles Espresso Coffee Stirrer with Extra 7 Replaceable Needles, Aluminum Alloy Handle with Stand (Black)
$19.99
Price: $19.95 - $19.99
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MEION espresso tools
Take your espresso to the next level!
As a brand engaged in the specialty coffee industry, MEION serves both professional baristas and home coffee lovers.
There is a professional coffee tools R & D team, from the selection of materials, product design, to the quality of the finished product, we are in pursuit of the details, the pursuit of the product’s utility and the use of comfort, aiming to Provide perfect coffee tools for every barista and coffee lover.
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【Thinner 14 Needles】 Needles evenly distributed design. 7 food-grade stainless steel needles, 0.35mm diameter, the perfect size for breaking up coffee clumps, plus 7 replacement needles. Thoughtful needles storage tube. Say goodbye to the bent needles
【Needles Removable as you like】 Unlike many other espresso tools, our espresso distribution tool can be easily assemble/disassemble, you can insert as many 3/4/5/6/7 needles as you need
【Anti-slip handle design】 The handle is designed with a non-slip pattern to make it easy to stir up the coffee powder.
【Hygienic and easy to clean】 The sturdy handle and stand are made of aluminum, while the spring wires are made of non-stick, easy-to-clean, rust-resistant, quality 304 stainless steel. Wooden handle and base can not be cleaned with water, easy to accumulate dust, unhygienic
【Make better expresso】 Our 7-pin espresso whisk tool is used by professional baristas and home baristas to stir coffee powder. This espresso tool distributes grinds evenly, maximizing extraction and minimizing channeling.【PACKAGE INCLUDES】1 * WDT Espresso Distribution Tool with Stand, 14 * food-grade stainless steel needles, 1 * Needles Storage Tube, 1 * User Manual
Customers say
Customers are satisfied with the espresso tool’s build quality, functionality, and needles included. They find it well-made, functional, and easy to assemble. The tool provides good value for money and is considered a worthwhile investment for espresso enthusiasts. Customers also appreciate the design, espresso quality, and tool quality.
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P. White –
Sturdy tool for improving coffee distribution
For those who do not know what this tool does:The Weiss Distribution Technique (WDT) is a distribution method for espresso making, by which you use the tool to stir the coffee while it sits in the portafilter. You should use a portafilter funnel of the same size to avoid spilling grinds. The stirring action breaks up clumps and evens out the density of coffee within the puck. The result is reduced channeling and more even extractions.Who needs this tool:Those without a conical burr grinder, where the oil and variety of grind sizing may cause clumping, will benefit from this tool. Those with a decent conical burr grinder will find minimal benefit from this tool. I’m using a Breville Pro and do not see a huge improvement myself, for example.Quality:The build quality of this tool is excellent. You can add from one to seven needles, with many folks saying three is the sweet spot for best distribution. I’ve been using it for over a month and none of the needles have bent. The stand is solid aluminum and well-made, but it doubles as a protector of the needles. I just clean with a quick rinse and a wipe before returning it to its stand.Outcome:I did not realize most of the info above until after purchase. So my puck is solid, the pull is clean, and my coffee tastes great with a Breville Pro. However, this tool has a minimal amount to do with that. It is a worthwhile tool for those with a lower-end grinder, especially non-Burr grinders, and it is aesthetically-pleasing and well-made, which is why I rate it 5 stars overall. It also is of good value compared to more expensive variants.
JP Richardson –
WDT Tool: The Needle in My Espresso Haystack
I kind of went down a deep dive researching these WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) tools, and I have to say, this one hits the sweet spot! The needle size is just right, and the shape is spot on for what I need. Plus, itâs a nice perk that you can remove and replace the needles. Iâve tried using needles and bobby pins in the past, but they were too thick and just ended up creating their own channelsâtalk about a brewing disaster!Now, hereâs the twist: even though it comes with seven needles installed (and more replacements), I find it a bit overkill. With all those needles, it just traps the grinds in the center, pushing stuff around like itâs playing a game of âdonât let the coffee escape.â So, I stick with just three needles in a triangle formation for optimal distribution. Pro tip: donât forget to adjust the depth as you use it to ensure youâre getting the best coverage of your coffee grounds!The build quality is actually pretty impressive. It feels like well-constructed metal components that could survive a small espresso war. Plus, it’s more affordable than some of those fancy options out thereâbecause who needs a second mortgage for great coffee?It looks quite nice on my counter, and the little stand is a handy extra touch.Overall, if youâre looking to up your espresso game and avoid the chaos of uneven distribution, this WDT tool is worth considering. Just remember: less is sometimes more when it comes to needles!
Yert –
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Awesome Meion Stirrer as it’s metal and sturdy. It works exactly as it should and is made of high quality materials. This does exactly what it needs to do and ships with extra needles which I donât even see ever needing. Very good for the price! This will be more effective and easier to use when used in conjunction with a dosing funnel. The purpose of using this is to break up any clumps of ground coffee in your portafilter thus avoiding channeling by ensuring there are no voids or uneven clumps of coffee which would adversely affect the extraction of your espresso through the portafilter.
Alec –
Solid product!
This product looks great and gets the job done. With that being said, I wish it was a bit heavier, because I find myself knocking it over very easily!
Psylin –
Solid WDT – Comes w/ Extra Needles & Configurable
Summary: I had bought a WDT but the problem was that it was made with needles that just seemed awkward. They were thick, super long and only 4. Found this one and instantly felt like it was going to be much better. Came with a ton of needles (seems like I can easily find replacements later) and I can configure the number of needles to my liking! The size / quality and feel was great. Highly effective and I put my other WDT away. Awesome with my setup!Pros- Configurable to have any number of needles in any configuration- Can replace needles if they get damaged for whatever reason. I’m also going to assume that you can get different lengths as the needles seem readily available on Amazon- All metal construction – good qualityCons- The bottom of the holder is hollow which I suppose is a good thing, but just keep in mind that coffee grinds / dust may pool underneath. Would also be nice if there was a magnetic option, but I knew this wasn’t that going into it.Bottom line is that I highly recommend this WDT tool based on its versatility, easy to replace parts and quality! Has been serving me well.
Amazon Customer –
Sturdy, High-Quality Find
This distribution tool is exactly what I was looking for to elevate my home espresso setup. The device itself is sturdy and feels heavier than other tools I have used in the past, and it easily fits into the included stand. The matte black finish looks especially sharp. It was easy to install the needles, and I appreciate that they provided extras. I used this tool to quickly and easily rake my espresso grounds, and I am happy with its performance.
Michel –
Fine quality. Not sure these make a big difference though
This unit is fine quality, no complaints there. Nice. However, Iâm not convinced these really make a noticeable difference in espresso. I still use mine because I have it, but really, not sure it does much.
JR –
Very heavy and sturdy product. I use it everyday to distribute my grinds and it works very well! Bought one for my friends as well and they have said nothing but great things. I appreciate the little stand as well as extra needles.
Andy F –
Thsi has been a good little tool, however, the instructions and setup require a bit of finessing – nowhere does it refer to the rubber washer, which I assume goes into the head of the device and locks the pins in place – I am assuming these are not required to move?Also on one of my needles, the hole is too deep so no amount of switching the needles out seems to help – i’ll experiment with using fewer needles and avoid that hole I guess.I’ve not managed to bend anything yet, but helpful to have spare needles.
Bernd J. –
leicht zusammenzubauen und es sind noch Ersatz-Nadeln mit dabei. Aber die Nadeln gehen eigentlich nicht kaput, wenn man den Nadelkopf immr sorgfältig in den Standfuà zurückführt.
SZ –
The reviews made me lean towards the silver one despite liking the look of the black a bit more and I’m happy to report that this one is perfectly fine with no blocked or rusted holes, no broken needles. It came with the extra ones in a package as shown. The material is a sort of thin and light metal which makes it feel a bit cheap to me, like something thicker or heavier would seem more robust. It’s quite dainty and delicate seeming but it does feel solid enough to hold up to daily use, it’s only the needles you need to be careful with for being so very thin. Much thinner than the makeshift one I was using involving a cork and thin sewing needles!In use it does a good job of distributing the grinds and it’s long enough to reach the bottom of the deeper basket of the Flair Signature. So far no regrets whatsoever!
Lukas –
Um für mich das maximale Barista-Erlebnis in den eigenen vier Wänden zu erschaffen, “musste” ich natürlich auch einiges an Zubehör für die neue Siebträgermaschine besorgen. Unter anderem diese Espressonadel hier. Eigentlich lässt sich nicht viel dazu sagen. Die Espressonadel liegt gut in der Hand, lässt sich einfach zusammenbauen und hat allgemein ein wertiges Materialgefühl. Die Espressonadel kommt auseinandergebaut. Je nach Wunsch können bis zu 7 Nadeln in den Kopf eingesetzt werden. Anfangs dachte ich, dass die Nadeln etwas zu locker sitzen, ich habe jedoch rausgefunden, dass das so sein muss. Zum Auflockern und zum Vermeiden von Klumpen im frisch gemahlenen Kaffeepulver eigentlich ein Muss für jeden Hobby-(oder auch Profi)Barista!