Olympia Express Basket 49mm Cremina – 2 Cups, Original from Schwanden
The original Cremina basket, 49 mm, designed for a double shot. More coffee grounds, richer aroma – the standard size for cappuccino, latte, or for those who prefer a slightly larger espresso. Olympia dosing recommendation: 14–16 grams of coffee grounds. Stainless steel, Made in Schwanden GL.
What makes this basket special
Original size with Olympia dosing recommendation
49 mm diameter, deeper basket than the 1-cup basket. Olympia recommends 14–16 grams of coffee grounds as a dosing guideline – this is the range in which the basket and brew group work together optimally. Uniform perforation across the entire base area.
Also for Cremina SL and Mina
The 49mm basket is the common standard for Cremina, Cremina SL, and Mina. If you have a Mina, this is the same basket – no separate Mina variant needed.
At a glance
| Diameter |
49 mm |
| Cup format |
2 cups (Double Shot) |
| Dosing recommendation |
14–16 g coffee grounds |
| Material |
Stainless steel |
| Compatibility |
Olympia Express Cremina, Cremina SL, Mina |
| Origin |
Schwanden, Canton Glarus, Switzerland |
Original basket or precision basket – an honest comparison
Original: Olympia Express Basket 49mm 2 Cups
This basket here. Robust, durable, the Swiss original. 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, gold coatings, or special profiles: check out our IMS Precision Baskets Collection. For most Cremina owners, the original basket is more than sufficient – that's our opinion, one of many.
Who this basket is for
For all Cremina, Cremina SL, and Mina owners who prefer a double shot and are looking for an original 2-cup basket in the original size. Also useful as a backup.
Accessories that fit the 49mm setup
49 mm tamper suitable for the basket: in the Olympia Express Collection, affordable in the Normcore Collection, Premium at Weber Workshops. Grinders: Coffee Grinders Collection or Hand Grinders.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much coffee grounds belong in the 2-cup basket?
Olympia dosing recommendation: 14–16 grams. In this range, the basket and brew group work together optimally. With a 1:2 ratio, this results in approximately 28–32 grams of finished espresso.
When should I replace my basket?
When the perforation shows cracks, is clogged despite cleaning, or the extraction becomes uneven. With good care, a basket can last for many years.
Does the 49mm basket also fit into the Mina portafilter?
Yes. Cremina, Cremina SL, and Mina share the 49mm standard. The basket works in all three portafilters.
Where can I buy the original basket or see it 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 Zürich). Click and Collect available.
Roastery Tip
With 14–16g of coffee grounds, the pressure in the Cremina builds up cleanly, the extraction remains even, and the aroma profile is dense. We recommend the Nutty Delight, which with its nutty-chocolate profile carries nicely through milk, or the Cozy Chocolate for a denser chocolate character. Our opinion, one of many.
