Questions tagged [grinder]
A grinding machine, often shortened to grinder, is any of various tools or machines used for grinding coffee beans.
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How does grind size affect the extraction time and taste of espresso?
I'm experimenting with brewing espresso at home, and I'm curious about the impact of grind size on both the extraction time and the final taste of the espresso.
I understand that finer grinds ...
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can i put cardamom pods in hand-grinder with the coffee beans?
As you may know, some coffees from the Middle-East / Mediterranean have cardamom ground into the coffee, which is super-fine and prepared in a copper/metal pot.
Is it safe for me to experiment with ...
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is variable grind-size better for richer pour-over coffee brews?
I am not very knowledgeable about coffee equipment so this question arises.
I am aware that almost all advice on coffee grinders is to seek small variation of coffee grind size, and especially ...
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recommendations for pour-over grinder improvement
I have been using the old Hario Skerton (not pro) ceramic hand grinder for pour over coffee.
I'm not sure of terminology so let me explain what I mean - I use a ceramic cone and filter papers I get ...
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Manual grinder factors for dark roast
I already have the J Ultra hand grinder. I tend to consume medium or dark roasts with dark chocolate undertones. For this coffee roast & flavour profile, what should I keep in mind when buying a (...
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Does anyone know how to remove the grind adjustment dial from the Eureka Mignon Perfetto?
I have an Eureka Mignon Perfetto and I really hate its "easy setting" dial: it's too sensitive and it makes any precise adjustment impossible.
I would like to remove it from the threaded ...
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Baratza Sette 270 (not Wi) poor man's grind-by-weight
I currently own a Breville Infuser espresso machine and the Smart Grinder Pro, but I'm looking to upgrade.
I have my eyes on the Baratza Sette 270 line, and ideally I would go for the grind-by-weight ...
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Is there any possibility to get a cup of Single Origin coffee when you grind Blended coffee beans? [closed]
Blended coffee is mixed by several different kinds of coffee beans while Single Origin or SOE coffee uses only one type. Given a background where you bought a bag of blended coffee beans and now ...
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What is the most forgiving way to brew hot coffee with an Aeropress when equipped with a low-end grinder?
Right now I'm using a standard Aeropress and a Hario slim grinder. With the cold brew method (where you stir the ground coffee in cold water for a minute) I can get something very refreshing and tea-...
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Seeking a system for Baratza Encore clean-up in low humidity
I have a Baratza Encore and really love using it when I can. The biggest problem I have is what happens after I'm done using it when the air is dry and static is more common.
When I grind, I take the ...
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Blade grinder vs. single mug?
For "utility" coffee drinking, I temporarily need to grind coffee with something as inexpensive as possible, and would prefer something with a motor. My understanding is that fresh beans ...
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Do all burr grinders statically-charge the grinds?
Do all burr grinders statically-electrically–charge the grinds, or do only the faster-operating ones do this?
Krups GVX212 burr grinders are notorious for producing statically-charged grinds that ...
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What happens if I use relatively short burrs (55mm) to grind lightly roasted coffee as opposed to longer (65mm+) ones?
I am making the first steps towards drinking a decent/good coffee at home (where I also work). My shortlist was composed of Lelit-PL72, MACAP M42M, EUREKA MIGNON SPECIALITA 16CR, and Eureka Mignon XL ...
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Lifespan of a Porlex Mini grinder?
I bought a Porlex Mini (the first generation (?) one with the pentagonal connector to the handle) a few years ago and have ground enough coffee for maybe 500, at most 1000 cups. Now the burrs are very ...
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Can a blade grinder really not grind fine enough for espresso?
I've often heard it claimed blade grinders cannot grind fine enough to make espresso, but is this true? I've run my cheap blade grinder continuously until its humming sound becomes steady and smooth (...
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Did I mess up the grinder settings when adjusting the grind size when the grinder was not in use?
I bought Phillips LatteGo 3200 machine. When it came, I put it together and during that I noticed there is a grinder coarseness knob. Out of stupidity, I tried to move it up and down. Then I read in ...
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Why does fresh-ground coffee taste worse than pre-ground?
My Baratza Encore grinder has been the worst purchase I've ever made.
Don't get me wrong, the machine does its job perfectly - it transforms big pieces of coffee into little ones with consistency and ...
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French Press: why do grounds sit at the bottom of the pressor before I press it?
I'm not sure how to explain this, but my question is that before I press it the grounds are already at the bottom of the pressor and the coffee seems "light". The taste is also quite sour (...
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Does which grind setting you use also depend on the beans used?
So - I use an automatic bean-to-cup espresso machine. The grinder within the machine has 5 grind levels - 5 being the most coarse, 1 being the most fine. Out of the box, it was pre-set to 3, which did ...
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What mechanism in premium manual coffee grinders allows coffee grounds to come out uniform?
I'm researching the difference between premium manual grinders and cheap manual grinders. In simple language, what is the 'technology' that allows for consistent grounds on premium grinders that the ...
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Is coffee grinder adjustability worth the higher price?
There are a number of bean grinders out there and some include a feature to set grinding grain (steps between coarse and fine) while others have no such setting and make a finer grind bb grinding ...
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What manual grinders are good
I already have an old rok grinder and I want to upgrade it, but I am not sure what manual grinders are good. The characteristics that I am looking for are mainly: Consistency of grains and general ...
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Do Hand Ground Beans Work for a Moka Pot?
I'm thinking of buying a hand grinder but can't seem to find enough information to ensure that I'll be able to make good coffee in my Moka pot, i.e., that the size of the grind will be adequate.
Can I ...
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Issues with grinding my own beans
I currently use a Delinghi Espresso machine and have always bought ready ground coffee because the cost of a decent grinder is quite high.
However for Christmas this year, quite a few people bought me ...
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My coffee isn't acidic enough?
This question is difficult to google because of the overwhelming amount of people looking for less acidic coffee, but...
My (very cheap) 4-cup Cuisinart drip-style coffee maker (like the kind you'd ...
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Baratza Encore is grinding too coarse
Listing out details as I best know. I'm stuck on what might be wrong or if there is anything I can do.
Purchased used Baratza Encore off Facebook Marketplace 2.5 months ago
Been using grinder every ...
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Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine Dialing
I recently got Breville BES870XL Barista Express Espresso Machine. I am using fresh coffee beans. For some reason, I am not getting into the espresso range. Here is my setup:
Grinding level 5
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How often must I clean my Wilfa grinder
I have a Wilfa electric coffee grinder.
How often should I clean it?
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Is the Baratza Virtuozo+ worth it compared to the Encore?
So I am kinda looking around for an upgraded coffee grinder. I am currently using a Braun KG7070. Super cheap, so not exceptionally good and doesn't really provide consistent grinds.
So I was looking ...
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Eureka Mignon grinders and dosing cups?
Do the Eureka Mignon grinders (Silenzio, Specialita) work well with a dosing cup such as the Rhinowares?
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How should I clean my Wilfa grinder?
I have owned a Wilfa coffee grinder for about 2 years now and use it daily.
I was wondering how I should clean it? I noticed you can buy grinder cleaning aids but wanted to check with everyone here ...
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Is it possible to grind then roast?
Is it possible to grind green coffee beans, then roast the grinds, and make a good cup of coffee with the result? Are there reasons why doing so would be impossible or impractical or would necessarily ...
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What’s the best all purpose zero retention grinder for single dosing?
What is the best grinder that:
is considered all-purpose (grinds coarse enough for cold brew, French press, through to pour overs & Chemex, and fine and consistent enough for espresso using non-...
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Manual grinder that fits inside the Aeropress
What is a good manual grinder that will fit inside of the Aeropress for travel purposes?
I'm looking for something as good as my Commandante grinder. I'm happy with the Commandante, but if I'm ever ...
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Which is better for grinding coffee: Food processor or blender? [duplicate]
Which is better for grinding coffee for use in a drip coffee maker: Food processor or blender?
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Chemex Setting for Bay Area Costco Grinder Machines
I recently bought Peet’s ground coffee at Costco for the first time. It's too fine for Chemex (although usable) so next time I plan to buy whole beans and grind them at the store (sorry, coffee ...
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How many scoops of non-espresso coffee beans should I grind for 1 AeroPress cup?
I buy strength "3" coffee beans and measure out 1 scoop into my hand grinder. I then fill the chamber to the top (inverted) and let it brew for up to about a minute. However, I've always wondered if I'...
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Best Grinder for DeLonghi Dedica EC685
What is the best grinder to use with a DeLonghi Dedica EC685? I’m aware that the portafilter uses pressurized baskets, so tamping and grind size is not as critical as on more professional espresso ...
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Can the Breville / Sage Oracle grind and brew simultaneously?
The Breville / Sage Oracle has a grinder, steam wand and espresso maker (not sure if there is a more technical term for the part where you click the portafilter into) in one machine. Online ...
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How to verify grinder switch works
I just read today in my Jura A7 manual:
CAUTION
If you adjust the consistency of grind when the grinder is not operating, the grinder adjustment switch could be damaged. Only adjust the ...
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Does the coarseness of the ground coffee affect taste
I've just taken the plunge, and purchased an Espresso machine. (Sage Express) I'm now officially an amateur barrista in the making. :)
From what I can gather, there are two important parameters in ...
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What are the good industrial roasters and grinders ?
I would like to know the recommended brands/models for industrial roasters and grinders (targeting 6 Ton per month)
I already know Toper roaster 10 K (it has an economic price about 15k $)
and Toper ...
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Fine-grind French Press - Sacrilege? Better method?
I'm a longtime French press user but I've been grinding my beans finely for a few years. Espresso-fine I guess. Ground to a powder really. I much prefer the richer, more buttery, oily cup to the ...
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What ensures a better cup of coffee, a spotless grinder or freshly ground coffee?
I want to understand how I can make a better cup of coffee, so I recently purchased a Wilfa Grinder. However after reading the instruction manual it says that the 'blades' and bean cup cannot be ...
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How should I manage settings for single shot / double shot
I just bought a Nuova Simonelli Musica + Eureka Mignon, so I'm practicing extracting a shot.
I usually use single shot portfilter, as I am at home, and I live alone, so I don't want to waste too much ...
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Can the MahlKoenig EK43 be calibrated coarser?
We just got in our new EK43; When we dial in to highest grind size (11 on our dial), it is much finer than what I would normally use for French Press, or even for Chemex or automatic drip.
Here are ...
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Grinder reassembly: should I grease the gearbox?
I have a Bodum Bistro grinder that I bought used a couple of months ago, and have been fairly impressed with. It started making a horrible gear-grinding noise today, after getting a very small, very ...
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How to prepare beans for grinding
A friend brought me home some coffee beans from his back garden in Sri Lanka (I live in Ireland :) ), and I am unsure on what to do next. He said that they dried them, but I will need to toast them on ...
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Running an empty grinder
To always have fresh coffee I put in the grinder only the amount I want to drink at that moment.
Then I just grind until no more coffee comes out - but that causes the grinder to run empty for a few ...
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Why do some coffee beans produce more dust than others when ground?
I've noticed that at the same grind setting (medium grind), some coffee beans produce a ton of dust when ground, while others barely have any dust. I'm thinking it has to do with the roast level, but ...
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