What Does Grind Size Mean?

Today, we’re going over one of the most important and easy-to-adjust brewing method variable: the grind. To start at square one (or, more aptly, irregularly and inconsistently sized particle one): grind size refers to how big or small the individual coffee grounds are What difference does grind size make? Why Does Coffee Grind Size Matter? … Read more

Which Grinder Grinds Finest?

That means you’re getting a more consistent grind than you’d get with a traditional blade grinder, and most burr grinders can go much finer than even the nicest blade grinder can—that means you’ll be properly equipped for grinding your own beans for espresso at home. Is a higher number a finer grind? Sometimes numbers indicate … Read more

Which Grinder Gives Finest Grind?

That means you’re getting a more consistent grind than you’d get with a traditional blade grinder, and most burr grinders can go much finer than even the nicest blade grinder can—that means you’ll be properly equipped for grinding your own beans for espresso at home. Which grinder grinds finest? Baratza Virtuoso+ Conical Burr Coffee Grinder … Read more

What Does Medium Grind Mean?

It’s finer than sand, but not as fine as an espresso grind suits these brew methods: Cone-shaped pour-over brewers (e.g. Hario v60, Kalita wave, etc) Whats a good grind size? For pour over coffee, the best grind to use is a medium-coarse grind A medium-coarse grind will be similar in size to a french press … Read more

What Is Grind Size?

Today, we’re going over one of the most important and easy-to-adjust brewing method variable: the grind. To start at square one (or, more aptly, irregularly and inconsistently sized particle one): grind size refers to how big or small the individual coffee grounds are How do you choose grind size? For pour over coffee, the best … Read more

Is A Higher Number A Finer Grind?

Sometimes numbers indicate the distance between the burrs, the lowest number indicating the finest setting. Move the top burr towards a higher number to increase the distance between the blades Some grinders have instructions to indicate which direction is finer or coarser. What is a finer grind? A fine grind will be similar in size … Read more