Coffee Experts

[Fenway]

I've got an aeropress

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0047BIWSK/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?pc_redir=T1

I need a grinder. This will be for grinding small amount of coffee to use in the aeropress.

Suggestions please.

 

[Bigtanker]

HeartBeans Coffee-Grinder grinds to your heartbeat - SlipperyBrick.com

 

[MadMan66]

I use something like this > Amazon.com: BELLA 13586 12-Piece Rocket Blender, Stainless Steel and Black: Electric Countertop Blenders: Kitchen & Dining

It's basically an off brand Magic Bullet. My mother bought it for me a few years back as a christmas gift. I think she got it at JCPenny or Kohls. I really only use it to grind my coffee, and it works well.

 

[Bigtanker]

Do you want electric or an old school mechanical grinder?

 

[printcraft]

HeartBeans Coffee-Grinder grinds to your heartbeat - SlipperyBrick.com

Those work ok but if you want an espresso grind you need to spend about 10 minutes on an elliptical beforehand.

 

[Bigtanker]

Civil War carbine with a "coffee grinder" for corn and wheat - Boing Boing

This seems fitting.

 

[hoosierdoc]

I've always enjoyed the Wet Monkey Grinder.

Tiamo Skerton Handy Grinder | Wet Monkey Coffee

 

[JetGirl]

Don't get a chopper type "grinder". They don't really grind the beans, plus they heat them as the blades wildly spin. You need uniform results. Go for a burr grinder. A low speed conical is the Cadillac of grinders. It crushes everything to a uniform size which is important. Dial it to "espresso" and leave it there for the unit you have.

 

[Fenway]

Ok, low speed conical burr grinder. Sounds like you know what you are talking about! Which one?

 

[mom45]

Following...I dislike the grinder I have.

 

[Rock River]

I suggest you get a cup of folders, run that number for the 13th day of Xmas, then come back to this!

just kidding!

 

[JetGirl]

Depends on what you want to spend. Baratza's Preciso is awesome, but will set you back three bills. You can get "ok" stuff for a hundred or so. The rule of thumb is "You get what you pay for".
if this is for casual use, go cheap.
If you're going daily hard core, spend the coin.

 

[dusty88]

Capresso makes an adjustable burr grinder. It's far more quiet than the last burr grinder we had so if one of us gets up early we can grind coffee without waking up the rest of the family. You can also easily take it apart to clean it, which IMO helps it last longer.

They used to sell it online at Costco.

 

[dusty88]

Amazon.com: Jura Capresso Infinity Conical Burr Grinder, 56004: Power Burr Coffee Grinders: Home & Kitchen

 

[findingZzero]

Jetgirl is right. Mills will give a uniform grind whereas my Krups whirly grinder gives a mix. My wife bought me a mill years ago, but the plastic parts (I didn't choose it) get so static ee and messy, so I never use it. I use the whirly. It's quick, easy to clean, and works well enough. I hate cleaning stuff. I will never own a food processor for the same reason. If the Magic Bullet won't do it, it don't need to be done. Or it should be done with a paring knife. My previous forum was a coffee forum. I occasionally roast beans. The beans are roasted at the final stage being 450F for at least 3 minutes. I doubt the heat generated by a whirly blade in 15 seconds would do much to change the flavor. A full Krups whirly will grind enough for 3 cups. Keep the grind dry and frozen to prevent degradation.
What beans will you use?

 

[cburnworth]

I have a cheap Mr Coffee, it has press,drip,espresso settings on it along with number of cups. I have had no issues with this unit. We have a mr coffee (drip), french press & a Keurig. Whatever you get good coffee will make the difference.

 

[gregkl]

Not high end which is my usual MO, but I have a Mr. Coffee burr grinder I picked up on a clearance table. It works well and provides a uniform grind. My coffee tastes great! I know this because I like it and I said so. So there!

 

[blackenedman]

Capresso burr grinder/aeropress FTW...

That is all...

 

[The Sandman]

i've got the Aeropress also and use both Capresso (mostly for larger amounts,like when I use the drip or french press) and the Skerton hand grinder. If you are just doing one of two shots from the Aero I'd do the Skerton. Manual crank with a ceramic burr, once adjusted right, it is great with minimal work while waiting for the water to boil. If you need larger amounts for say the occasional pot of drip, go with the Capresso electric. Easy to clean, quiet and a good consistent grind. Just don't turn the timer to off when your beans run out.

 

[KittySlayer]

Ok, low speed conical burr grinder. Sounds like you know what you are talking about! Which one?

Have a Krups burr grinder. Does okay for occasional use. The plastic parts get static electricity so can be a little messy.