Burr Coffee Grinder
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Q: Where can I buy a good burr coffee grinder in Hong Kong?
I would like to find a grinder that can grind espresso.
A: EBAY
Q: Coffee Burr machine or Grinder?
What is the difference between a Coffee Burr Machine and a Coffee Grinder?
A: In the world of coffee grinders, you have two types. You have a blade grinder and you have a burr grinder.
The blade grinder is the least expensive one to make. It is basically a small bowl with a blade in it. A motor spins the blade to cut and break your coffee beans into particles for brewing. The problem with blade grinders is that the particle size is not consistent. If you try to make a course grind for a press pot, you will still have plenty of fine particles that can either plug your press or seep through and into your cup.
A burr grinder has a machined cone or burr that is adjustable in a feed shoot. The gap between the burr and the out feed area will set the particle size of the grind. The grind is much more consistent in size.
In making good coffee, the first step you can make is to start grinding your own beans. The next step would be to use a better grinder. If you know that you really like coffee, get a burr grinder to begin with. It will serve you well for many years.
Q: I'm looking for a burr coffee grinder?
So many options. I don't want to spend hundreds. I'll spend up to $150 for something that is sturdy, doesn't clog and will grind decent espresso. Any suggestions?
A: burr coffee grinder,
http://www.crateandbarrel.com/family.aspx?c=714&f=7931
http://www.nextag.com/espresso-burr-grinder/search-html
http://coffeetea.about.com/od/grinding/a/bladeburr.htm
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Q: Best burr coffee grinder?
I recently purchased a really nice espresso machine, and I was told that regardless of how nice your machine is, a nice grinder is essential to making a good espresso. I know that the Rancilio Rocky is one of the best however, it is a little out of my price range. Can anyone recommend a good coffee grinder under $200?
A: Starbucks has a very nice burr grinder. It is about $100-$130.
They also guarantee it. You were definitely given the right information. A burr grinder is the best!
Q: Best Burr Coffee Grinder for the lowest price?
A: Slashfood just mentioned this today. The recommendation was for the Solis Maestro Burr Grinder, but if you wanted to spend a little more, the KitchenAid Proline Grinder is excellent.
Q: If their coffee grinder's burr wheel tests positive for lead, should I switch to an alternate bistro?
A: I too prefer unleaded!
Q: Free Coffee Grinder - How does this sound.?
I am coming up with deals like this at a website will you tell me how you think this deal sounds? Or is there a better way to make an offer for something absolutely free?
This is for a free coffee grinder and all you pay is the shipping ($6.95) how would you word this so that everyone knows its really 100% free no strings attached, or is how I have it worded at the site sound well? Thanks for your input Site link below...
http://free-coffee-maker.org/free-coffee-grinder-burr.html
I want to also add that this is a $30 coffee grinder. Thanks again everyone.
A: It seems like a good deal. I would get it if you wouldn't have to pay shipping. That spoils everything.
Q: Can anyone recommend a coffee grinder that works well and isn't absurdly noisy?
I'm open to a burr-type grinder but I'd rather keep the expense to $30 or less. I'm only using the grinds for a drip-type maker so adjustability isn't an issue.
A: Williams Sonoma has one that is almost silent, but it costs about $90.
If you have a blender, you can grind your beans in that and it won't be as noisy as a coffee grinder.
Q: Coffee grinder and static?
Any time I use my Capressa burr grinder there is a huge build up of static. When I pull out the container much of the ground coffee flies all over the counter and some sticks all over the outside of the machine. Is there a way to stop this from happening?
Since the body is plastic, grounding has no affect.
A: Try tapping a metal spoon against any metal part of your grinder to displace some of the charge. Sometimes just tapping it against the container helps a little bit. You could also spritz your beans with water but this will alter the grind/taste a little bit.
Q: What's the best coffee grinder?
Is it really truth that burr grinders are better than blades?
A: Krups is the best...I've had mine for years and is works great.....my friend has blades....I don't have one but he loves his too! Don't know burr....sorry.
Q: What type of coffee grinders are in grocery stores?
I read on this site that a 'burr' style of coffee grinder should be used over a 'blade' type to get a more consistent grind. What type of grinder is usually used in the gourmet coffee section of the grocery store where you grind your own beans?
A: I worked in retail grocery and it is a plate grinder, like in a flour processing plant, it uses to metal grinding wheels, and rubs the beans, by adjusting the plates it allows you to make it coarse or extra fine for Espesso or Turkish, most places the plates are old and tend to be a bit off, so if you want fine for a drip, then dial it up to extra fine.
The home type are more a blender single blade, or the one I have which has a resevoir it is the wheel type.
Q: Can anyone recommend a good espresso machine + grinder?
I've got a budget of $1000 total. I've been researching on the net for the past few weeks and I know I want a semi-automatic and a burr grinder. I've worked at several coffee shops in the past so I'm familiar with the big industrial size machines but I'm not sure how those compare to the consumer machines. Some advise from someone who actually owns one would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
A: You might consider a Rancilio Sylvia -- it's intended for a small office or home but comes with the same pro quality portafilter and group as the full commercial machines.
Sylvia should run you about $500 US
I bought a $200 Breville over a Sylvia only because of money... I really had my heart set on a Sylvia. I used to run a coffee bar and I miss my old Rancilio Classe 10, so the Sylvia would have been perfect.
As for a grinder, I believe Rancilio also makes one called Rocky, and so I would expect a Rancilio grinder to work well with the same manufacturer's espresso machine. You're right to look for a burr grinder, though, as they provide much more consistent grind quality than a blade grinder.
Q: What is this mysterious coffee ailment of grains?
Lately when I drink coffee i seem to be annoyed by tiny grains of something that collect in the back of my mouth or throat. I've never seen them I just feel them. I use normal basket filters and a capresso burr grinder on the middle or biggest "medium" grind settting. since I can't enjoy my coffee I may end my life myself soon so please help with your responses quickly.
A: Try blending in the smallest graduation or try using a different brand. sometimes quality of product varies with time even from the same factory as they may have something broken in hte production line or simply get the grains from somewhere cheaper or different specie of grains, etc.