Category: Grinders
Burr grinders for espresso: how grind adjustment actually behaves, retention, alignment, and what changes in the cup. Reviewed on method, not on spec sheets.
How Long Do Grinder Burrs Last? Rated Life vs. Real Wear
Grinder burrs wear out by weight of coffee, not by years. Mazzer publishes a rated life per burr set, Mahlkönig lists the…
How to Clean a Burr Grinder: What Baratza and Breville Manuals Say
Baratza and Breville publish the same method for cleaning a burr grinder: brush the burrs dry, wash only the hopper and bin,…
Moka Pot Grind Size: Why Espresso-Fine Is Too Fine
Bialetti’s own instructions put moka pot grind size at medium, coarser than espresso, and never pressed. Here is why the pot’s low…
How to Choose an Espresso Grinder: A Framework, Not a Ranking
A documented decision framework for choosing an espresso grinder: burr geometry, stepped vs. stepless adjustment, single-dose vs. hopper-fed, and budget tier, organized…
Baratza Encore ESP: A Documented Look at the Specs
A specs-first look at the Baratza Encore ESP espresso grinder: its 40mm conical burrs, dual-range adjustment, and price, drawn from manufacturer data…
Baratza Sette 270: A Documented Look at the Specs
A documented look at the Baratza Sette 270 espresso grinder: conical burrs, direct-drive gearing, and the macro/micro adjustment system, built from manufacturer…
Grind Size by Brew Method: Espresso, Moka, AeroPress, and Filter Compared
A practical reference for how grind size should shift across espresso, moka pot, AeroPress, drip, and French press, based on how contact…
Conical vs. Flat Burrs for Espresso: What the Shape Actually Changes
Conical and flat espresso grinder burrs cut coffee differently — here’s what changes in particle size, heat, retention, and typical cost, with…
