What to Do if Coffee Sprays Everywhere

A Little Spray on Occasion is Normal

Because distribution technique and grounds are never the same, this will happen from time to time. If you're consistently seeing it happen, continue reading below. 

Attach the Shot Splitter to Your Portafilter

The shot splitter attachment is helpful for dividing espresso into two cups and minimizing messy splatter during extraction. 

Improve Your Coffee Distribution Technique With a WDT Tool

A WDT tool is a handle with thin needles used to gently stir the grounds in the portafilter before tamping. It helps level the bed and breaks up clumps across the puck, which improves distribution and reduces channeling for a more consistent extraction. If you see espresso spring in different directions, channeling is often the reason. 

Coarser Grounds and Faster Shots are Often a Little Messier

Shots that use a coarser grind and flow - like the Turbo profile - will naturally be a bit messier than more traditional extractions, even with excellent puck prep. 

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