How Long Should You Grind Beans?

This will make the grind much smoother and consistent. For a coarse grind, 8-10 seconds, a few seconds at a time should do nicely. For a medium grind, try short bursts that add to 10-15 seconds, and a fine grind would be a few seconds or more longer. Can you over grind coffee beans? If … Read more

How Do You Know Coffee Beans Are Bad?

How do you know if coffee beans are bad: smell them Stale coffee beans have a dull, lifeless, and even rancid or musty aroma. If the beans smell musty, the brewed coffee will taste that way. Do coffee beans actually go bad? Stored properly, coffee beans can stay relatively fresh up to 9 months, although … Read more

How Should I Grind My Beans For Drip Coffee?

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 grind but less chunky and will feel slightly smoother. If you are using a cone-shaped pour over, then use a medium-fine coffee grind instead. What is the best grind setting … Read more