Olympia Express Basket 54mm Maximatic – 2 Cups, Original from Schwanden
The original Maximatic basket, 54mm, designed for a double shot. Olympia's dosing recommendation: 14–16 grams of ground coffee. Full aroma development, denser aroma profile – the standard format for cappuccino, latte, or more generous shots. Stainless steel, Made in Schwanden GL.
What makes this basket special
Original size with Olympia Dosing Recommendation
54mm diameter, deeper basket than the 1-cup basket. Olympia recommends 14–16 grams of ground coffee. Uniform perforation across the entire base area.
For the classic Double Shot
With 14–16 grams of ground coffee, you'll extract approximately 28–32 grams of espresso at a 1:2 ratio. Fuller body, denser aroma profile – the base for milk-based drinks from a heat exchanger machine.
At a glance
| Diameter |
54 mm |
| Cup Format |
2 Cups (Double Shot) |
| Dosing Recommendation |
14–16 g ground coffee |
| Material |
Stainless steel |
| Compatibility |
Olympia Express Maximatic |
| Origin |
Schwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland |
Original Basket or Precision Basket – an honest comparison
Original: Olympia Express Basket 54mm 2 Cups
This basket here. The Swiss original, durable and honest. For anyone who wants a 2-cup replacement basket in the original size.
Precision Baskets: IMS and others
For those who want finer hole patterns or specialized profiles: in our IMS Precision Baskets Collection. Our opinion: the original basket is more than sufficient for most Maximatic owners.
Who this basket is for
For all Maximatic owners who prefer a double shot and are looking for an original 2-cup basket. Also as a backup when the main basket is being cleaned.
Accessories that fit the Maximatic setup
Tamper 54 mm: Olympia Express Collection, affordable in the Normcore Collection, premium level at Weber Workshops. Grinders: Coffee Grinder Collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much ground coffee should go into the Maximatic 2-cup basket?
Olympia's dosing recommendation: 14–16 grams. At a 1:2 ratio, this yields approximately 28–32 grams of finished espresso.
When should I replace my basket?
If the perforation shows cracks, is clogged despite cleaning, or if extraction becomes uneven. With good care, a basket can last for many years.
Can I pull just one espresso with the 2-cup basket?
Technically yes, but the result is rarely optimal. The 1-cup basket is designed for a single shot with the corresponding amount of coffee grounds.
Where can I buy or see the original basket live?
Online via coffeecoachingclub.ch with delivery in 2–4 business days throughout Switzerland and to Liechtenstein. On-site at our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44, 3011 Bern) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b, 8050 Zurich). Click and Collect available.
Roastery Tip
The Maximatic's 2-cup basket delivers full, dense espressos with 14–16 g of coffee grounds – the perfect base for milk-based drinks. We recommend the Nutty Delight, which with its nutty-chocolatey profile carries beautifully through milk, or the Cozy Chocolate. Our opinion, one of many.
