A portafilter is a filter basket with an attached handle that holds freshly ground coffee and locks into the espresso machine. The machine then pumps water into the portafilter, forcing the water through the coffee grounds under pressure. This extracts flavor and aroma and voilà! You have your delicious shot of espresso!

Washed refers to a coffee processing method where the harvested coffee cherries are sorted, de-pulped, and then fermented in water before entering the drying phase.