Bud Talbot

Ok fellow #coffee geeks and friends- after 10+ years I think we need a new electric burr grinder. Our trusty Cuisinart seems to have given it up.

What are your suggestions? Must have ceramic burrs, disassemble for cleaning, grind espresso to coarse.

Apr 23 at 2:03amWeb
Show threadAI6YR BenApr 23
@bud_t My coffee guru is @Cristobalm I bet he has suggestions when he logs on next
Show threadBillApr 23
@bud_t Baratza Encore. Only way to fly.
Show threadDasApr 23
@Sempf @bud_t heartily seconding the baratza (not ceramic but excellent burr grinder)
Show threadGetzler Lab at KenyonCollegeApr 23
@Sempf @bud_t +1. I’ve had mine for 15 years and it’s never let me down
Show threadCristobalApr 23
@bud_t Without knowing your budget, take a look at the Femobook grinders. They have a few different prize points and performance levels. I’ve also heard positive things from the Fellow Opus grinder considering what it costs.
I was considering getting the Femobook A68 before finally deciding on the Mazzer Philos. Offhand, don’t recall burr materials for those grinders though.
Show threadBud TalbotApr 23
@Cristobalm thanks I'll look into these. Our daily drip is a Technivorm moccamaster, and I also grind for AeroPress, and my wife likes her French press. So we have a variety of grinding needs!
Show threadAI6YR BenApr 23
@bud_t Also, what Cuisinart model were you using?
Show threadBud TalbotApr 23
@ai6yr I'll have to look up the model number. At first I thought it was just a limit switch program for the grounds holder but the plastic holder itself appears to be broken.
Show threadJimboApr 23
@bud_t Why ceramic burrs?
Show threadJimboApr 23
@bud_t If you are open to a steel burr, you'll find the df line to be decent. Femobooks as well. Baratza at the lower end of cost has gotten good praise.
Show threadBud TalbotApr 23
@lawyerjsd I like ceramic burrs and it what I've always had. No other real reason
Show threadJimboApr 23
@bud_t Oh. Get steel burrs. It’ll open up a whole new world.
Show threadBud TalbotApr 23
@lawyerjsd how so? Easier to clean?
Show threadJimboApr 23
@bud_t Better performance. And probably easier to clean. Going from ceramic burrs to steel burrs is a big step up in terms of clarity.
Show threadpez23Apr 23
@bud_t I picked up a used Baratza Encore that had just been refurbished for $100. I make pour over, French press, and moka pot; this grinder expertly handles them all. In addition to being an excellent grinder, I like Baratza's commitment to not trashing the environment by providing replacement parts as well as diy upgrades. They're sometimes hard to come by but will worth the price.
Show threadSteve AtkinsApr 23

@bud_t I had a Baratza Encore for years. Easy to disassemble and maintain, excellent customer support.

I’m now using a Niche Zero. Also excellent, a little nicer than the Baratza to use.

Show threadTroy - KD3BTGApr 23

@bud_t
Everyone seems to love Baratza Encore so I got one of those. And have been pretty happy with it, though I suppose I’m not very picky.

If you make espresso you would likely want the ESP model.

I imagine there’s better grinders out there but the Encore is a good performer for its price point.

Show threadpez23Apr 23

@bud_t Rereading your post with morning eyes I caught your requirements a little better. While I still contend the Baratza Encore (especially with the M2 burr upgrade) will suit your needs just fine, I've always wanted the Baratza Vario+ which is their consumer flat ceramic burr grinder. It's just a bit outside my price range.

#coffee #baratza

Show threadAndrew Hewus FreshApr 23
@bud_t I like my Baratza grinders. Their Vario or Forte might match your needs. They are very repair friendly and most parts are avalable on their site.