Rhino Group Head Brush – for the clean group head
A few curved bristles wrap around the shower screen and gasket, one quick stroke – and yesterday's dark oil residue lifts away before it ever gets the chance to turn rancid.
That's the Rhino Group Head Brush: a simple tool with one thoughtful detail – a small dosing scoop for backflush powder sits in the handle, so brushing and backflushing come together in one motion. The handle, made from sturdy plastic, is curved so you reach every corner of the group head safely and without resistance.
What makes it special
Coffee oils that settle into the shower screen and gasket oxidise over time – the very compounds that carry aroma tip into rancid and taint the next shot. Brushing daily interrupts that process before it starts. The curved bristle shape is deliberately kept universal: whether your machine runs an E61 group or a saturated group head, the principle stays the same – brush in, residue out.
How often you brush is ultimately a matter of taste, and our opinion is just one of many: ideally right after the last shot, while the group head is still warm.
At a glance
| Type |
Cleaning brush for the group head |
| Material |
Plastic, curved bristles |
| Feature |
Built-in dosing scoop for backflush powder |
| Replacement heads |
Available separately, 3-pack |
| Brand |
Rhino |
Who it's for
For anyone with an espresso machine who wants to keep their group head regularly clean – whether it's E61, a saturated group, or a dual boiler makes no difference. A small, unassuming tool that fits into any barista routine.
What goes with it
You'll find matching cleaning products for backflushing and descaling in our Machine & Grinder Cleaning. For the rest of your barista kit – tampers, puck screens, WDT tools – check out our Barista Tools. Not sure which machine or grinder suits you? Our advisor tool can help.
Frequently Asked Questions
How often should I brush the group head?
Best done right after the last shot, while the group head is still warm – that way no oils settle that would affect the flavour next time.
Which group heads does the brush work with?
With practically any espresso machine – whether E61 group or saturated group, the curved shape reaches the shower screen and gasket equally well.
What's the dosing scoop in the handle for?
The built-in scoop measures out backflush powder – brushing and backflushing can be done back-to-back with it.
Are replacement heads available for the brush?
Yes, the Rhino replacement heads for the cleaning brush are available separately as a 3-pack, once the bristles wear down.
Can I see the product before I buy it?
Gladly. In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) you can discover the Rhino Group Head Brush in person.
Roastery tip
A clean group head is half the battle for clean flavour in the cup – the other half is good beans. For a dense, aromatic espresso we recommend Cozy Chocolate or Nutty Delight, for maximum body without acidity Very Nutty. If you're after a fruity experience, Wild Peach is a bright discovery at the edges. That's our recommendation, one of many.
