Meh, have you got anything like that lined up by any chance? If not, are there any actual good coffee grinders that preferably don’t take up a lot of space and will grind up my coffee seeds with precision and uniformity?
If a manual grinder will do, you have affordable choices. There are a bunch of stainless burr grinders under various brands for around $20 on Amazon that are well rated. Its narrow design allows for easy use with an Aeropress.
Electric … if you want consistency, you’re going to have to start at around $100 for a Capresso or Baratza; the cheaper burr units suck. I’ve bought a Cuisinart and a Black & Decker before from thrift stores <$6. I overpaid.
I agree completely with @narfcake, though my Capresso, the brushed silver model was only $85 on Amazon when DU1 got it for me maybe six years ago. They do appear to be about $100 now.
I also have two manual ones that work quite well. Both came from estate sales and cost maybe $5 (hard to say what any one item costs when you get a box of assorted stuff for $25); one appears to have been made in 1928 (at least that is the date on the metal burr grinder part thing).
I suggest checking out EstateSales.Net. In the last year, I’ve spent a bit less than $400 to get well over $2500 worth of stuff, like a full size Craftsman Drill Press and bench grinder, 35ish years old, in almost new condition for $100, a new $200 Fissler stainless steel pot for $8, three brand new (folded with pins and all, size 18x36-37) $80 dress shirts for $10 each, and plenty of other stuff like solid wood tables and chairs, etc. Some stuff is missing a part or needs a bit of repair, but mostly stuff is ready to use after running through the dishwasher or dusting or unwrapping (like the new in package Costco queen sized flannel sheet marked $70 that I got for $10).
I’ve had good luck so far with this one:
/image Baratza Encore
Nice grind, not much static electricity, but pretty noisy.
Had it about a year and a half.
Pretty much any Baratza grinder will do a fantastic job for drip, pourover or French press. If you’re pulling espresso shots, you’ll need to go higher-end. In that case, the Baratza Vario or Sette would be a great (if somewhat pricey) choice.
As @cerridwyn said, it all depends what you’re going to use it for.
Morter and pestel. Hand grind only enough for one espresso at at time. Hey, by the time you’re done grinding by hand, all your agressions and anxieties will be transferred to the finely ground beans in your pestel.
@narfcake I’ll defer to the expert. I thought the main search was for a compact unit that did the job efficiently. For precision you are probably correct.
@readnj i own this. while it does the job, it’s probably not what someone looking to class up their espresso would want, as the grind is definitely inconsistent. i use it for espresso, but there’s really only one setting: long enough that the blade can’t get it any finer.
The kitchen aid grinder works well. It’s a slow speed burr grinder that works for espresso all the way to French press. Kinda big though, maybe. Also $300. Also totally worth it.
So we’ve talked of espresso versus normal coffee. I haven’t ever made espresso, but I tried some on Friday night, and it was good. I’d like to get into it, but it seems like you can’t without dropping big bucks.
For regular coffee, I grind it up, dump it in a mug, pour the hot water over it and stir. Once it’s ready, I strain out the grounds. It’s the French press method without having to buy a French press.
@Dizavid Delonghi EC155 has served me well for several years. I’ve had to fix it a couple times, but its popularity makes parts pretty easy to source (if it comes to that). very serviceable intro machine.
I had a capresso burr grinder that lasted 10 years. It still worked when I replaced it, but was giving a burnt smell when finished grinding. It is still being used in Belize today by my mom. I replaced it with another Capresso model because of the consistent grind, and longevity.
@compunaut It is worth it! I have had fabulous times. If you stay in San Pedro and want cheap but clean, stay at Pedro’s and go off season (summer). They can also arrange trips for you.
If a manual grinder will do, you have affordable choices. There are a bunch of stainless burr grinders under various brands for around $20 on Amazon that are well rated. Its narrow design allows for easy use with an Aeropress.
Electric … if you want consistency, you’re going to have to start at around $100 for a Capresso or Baratza; the cheaper burr units suck. I’ve bought a Cuisinart and a Black & Decker before from thrift stores <$6. I overpaid.
@narfcake Seen any manual grinders at thrift stores? That might be a good option.
@Dizavid Not any good intact ones – or they were priced as “collectibles”.
YMMV, of course.
I agree completely with @narfcake, though my Capresso, the brushed silver model was only $85 on Amazon when DU1 got it for me maybe six years ago. They do appear to be about $100 now.
I also have two manual ones that work quite well. Both came from estate sales and cost maybe $5 (hard to say what any one item costs when you get a box of assorted stuff for $25); one appears to have been made in 1928 (at least that is the date on the metal burr grinder part thing).
I suggest checking out EstateSales.Net. In the last year, I’ve spent a bit less than $400 to get well over $2500 worth of stuff, like a full size Craftsman Drill Press and bench grinder, 35ish years old, in almost new condition for $100, a new $200 Fissler stainless steel pot for $8, three brand new (folded with pins and all, size 18x36-37) $80 dress shirts for $10 each, and plenty of other stuff like solid wood tables and chairs, etc. Some stuff is missing a part or needs a bit of repair, but mostly stuff is ready to use after running through the dishwasher or dusting or unwrapping (like the new in package Costco queen sized flannel sheet marked $70 that I got for $10).
here ya go:
https://www.amazon.com/Baratza-Forte-Brew-Grinder-Commercial/dp/B00LMH1R0M
I mean you did say you wanted the best didn’t you… or just good?
@thismyusername
Ok ok ok.
Go ahead. Send this to me by way of Meh.
Meh, @hollboll, I can either compensate for your time and shipping costs, or just come get it. Which is preferred?
/giphy traffic mixmaster
@f00l sorry bud, I use a $40 capresso I got on sale for $29… I was only offering a suggestion.
@thismyusername
Well thanks for destroying my illusions just when I most needed them.
/image sad
@f00l love the gesture… been in that situation too many times.
I’ve had good luck so far with this one:
/image Baratza Encore
Nice grind, not much static electricity, but pretty noisy.
Had it about a year and a half.
@2many2no and I agree with @narfcake about blade or suspiciously cheap burr grinders being too expensive at any price.
I like our “Bodum Bistro Electric Burr Coffee Grinder”.
It had a good grind, is small & just works for our drip coffee.
We roast our own coffee & have tried quite a few different ones.
https://www.amazon.com/Bodum-Bistro-Electric-Coffee-Grinder/dp/B0043095WW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474690007&sr=8-1&keywords=bodum+10903
First question is coffee or espresso and if coffee how are you making it.
all of that makes a huge difference in which grinder is best.
Pretty much any Baratza grinder will do a fantastic job for drip, pourover or French press. If you’re pulling espresso shots, you’ll need to go higher-end. In that case, the Baratza Vario or Sette would be a great (if somewhat pricey) choice.
As @cerridwyn said, it all depends what you’re going to use it for.
Morter and pestel. Hand grind only enough for one espresso at at time. Hey, by the time you’re done grinding by hand, all your agressions and anxieties will be transferred to the finely ground beans in your pestel.
@accelerator or perhaps …mortar and pestle?
@chienfou haha. Funny how auto spell decides “watt” to do with my words.
@accelerator I prefer to use a mortar & pistol
These are capable of a very fine grind.
@daveinwarsh I like it! Really calms the nerves too, I bet.
If you want electric, this isn’t a bad one for under $30. Has built in cord winder and doesn’t take up much room Hamilton Beach Custom Grind
@readnj That’s a blade grinder; the grounds will not be precise and uniform.
@narfcake I’ll defer to the expert. I thought the main search was for a compact unit that did the job efficiently. For precision you are probably correct.
@readnj It’s multiple aspects that the OP is looking for.
@narfcake
if the grounds are not precise and uniform, i will know. i measure them.
and then the universe collapses.
(not intended as true snark- i just wish someone would purchase roast grind brew exquisite coffee for me on demand at home so i didnt have to bother.)
@readnj i own this. while it does the job, it’s probably not what someone looking to class up their espresso would want, as the grind is definitely inconsistent. i use it for espresso, but there’s really only one setting: long enough that the blade can’t get it any finer.
OK Folks, lesson learned. I will never again comment on coffee grinders. I never knew the precise and uniform issue existed. I am such a peasant!
@readnj
Wrong approach.
Decide you are a coffee wizard and coffee deliverer of wisdom
Ok, some such people actually know quite a lot about making good coffee. But I don’t see that requirement in the Rule Book.
Then, go forth and post.
@f00l Good thing it is not October or I could blame you for making me take the wrong approach!
The kitchen aid grinder works well. It’s a slow speed burr grinder that works for espresso all the way to French press. Kinda big though, maybe. Also $300. Also totally worth it.
So we’ve talked of espresso versus normal coffee. I haven’t ever made espresso, but I tried some on Friday night, and it was good. I’d like to get into it, but it seems like you can’t without dropping big bucks.
For regular coffee, I grind it up, dump it in a mug, pour the hot water over it and stir. Once it’s ready, I strain out the grounds. It’s the French press method without having to buy a French press.
@Dizavid Are you close to an Ikea? $10 for a French press:
http://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/60241389/
$20 for a moka pot:
http://m.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/art/30149839/
If you’re unfamiliar with the latter:
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moka_pot
@Dizavid Delonghi EC155 has served me well for several years. I’ve had to fix it a couple times, but its popularity makes parts pretty easy to source (if it comes to that). very serviceable intro machine.
Grind that shit like any respectable Ethiopian.
Can also come in handy to grind trimmings when making hashish.
@Pavlov
turn-spit dog
I had a capresso burr grinder that lasted 10 years. It still worked when I replaced it, but was giving a burnt smell when finished grinding. It is still being used in Belize today by my mom. I replaced it with another Capresso model because of the consistent grind, and longevity.
@PyxienTX I love the scuba diving in Belize! Of course, many other things are cool, too
@compunaut Diving in Belize is great. I’ve done the hole, reef and Shark Ray Alley. The caving on the mainland is awesome (ATM) as well.
@PyxienTX Diving the Great Blue Hole is still on my bucket list…
@compunaut It is worth it! I have had fabulous times. If you stay in San Pedro and want cheap but clean, stay at Pedro’s and go off season (summer). They can also arrange trips for you.
I recommend Hario mini mill slim hand coffee grinder.
if you want an easy to clean and use coffee grinder.
http://www.houseofSPAM.com/best-SPAM-grinder-for-SPAM-press/