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Coffee grinder

  • 11-02-2016 11:35PM
    #1
    MikeyReilly
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 121 ✭✭


    I recently purchased an Aeropress and a hand grinder. Really impressed at how this method has improved the taste of coffee. Problem is the hand grinder is a pain in the ass. So I want to buy an electric one. Is this one any good? Anyone have any experience with it. I don't want to spend too much so this is in my current price range. I could go a little bit more if anyone has any other suggestions

    http://www.harveynorman.ie/small-appliances/coffee-machines/product-48092.html


Comments

  • #2
    J_E
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,734 ✭✭✭J_E


    I've heard the Krups GVX is fine as long as you're not looking for espresso grinds - apparently it doesn't do that level of fineness as well.

    It's a bit hacky, but depending on your hand grinder, you can temporarily 'electrify' it by using a cordless drill on the top nut!
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LaWFuPOoYs


  • #3
    alec76
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,606 ✭✭✭alec76


    Almost any grinder will do fine for Aeropress , go for Krups IMO , otherwise you have to spend 3 times more.


  • #4
    adrian522
    Moderators, Computer Games Moderators, Recreation & Hobbies Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 16,752 Mod ✭✭✭✭adrian522


    Conversation on this grinder here:

    http://coffeeforums.co.uk/showthread.php?6616-Krups-Expert-GVX231-Burr-Coffee-Grinder

    Should be ok but far from perfect. I like to go quite fine for aeropress but it may be ok, the grind may be a little inconsistent but it should be manageable as the aeropress will be a lot more forgiving than espresso.

    If you plan to get an espresso machine eventually it may be wise to invest a bit more in your grinder, if not this may suit your needs.


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