Everything you need to know about the grinder

Most people who are well versed in coffee and do not imagine their usual life without it, prefer to grind coffee beans on their own. In their opinion, ready-made ground coffee does not have a really rich taste, and because of long-term storage in the package simply loses some of its taste. Perhaps the most popular device for making freshly ground coffee is a burnt (manual or electric) coffee grinder. Consider what it is, what types are, and how to choose a good device from a rich assortment.

Principle of operation

Millstone grinders, unlike other types, are based on two containers. Whole grains are poured into the first one, and ready grinding is extracted from the second. Convenience is that if you need a small amount of powder, you can take as much as you need, leaving the rest in the first container. In addition, you can grind grains in small portions.

The manual mill grinder grinds grain evenly, without surplus, than the manual coffee grinder of knife type cannot brag. An additional option is the ability to choose the degree of grinding: from very fine to coarse, which affects the taste of the finished drink. Depending on the characteristics, you can control the degree of grinding on the control panel of the device.

Manual Millstone Grinder

The electric coffee grinder, like the manual one (mill type), works according to the following principle: once in the compartment with millstones, the grains are ground to the desired degree of grinding, then the finished powder is removed from the container and poured into the coffee tank. Depending on the type of device (automatic or manual), it is either included with the button,or put on the stove and monitor the temperature. The latter is not very convenient, because it requires a certain skill and constant observation.

Electric Millstone Grinder

Millstone for home grinders, as a rule, have two types of millstones: conical and cylindrical. Cone-shaped millstones do not overheat during operation, which has a positive effect on the service life. Millstones in the form of a cylinder operate at elevated speeds, which increases friction, and the device fails much faster. The disadvantage of such coffee grinders is that, due to the design features, grinding can get an unpleasant bitter taste.

Species

The grind coffee grinder for the house happens two types:

1. The first is automatic device that minimizes the process of tracking the preparation. In such a device, it is enough to fill up the grains and press a button; the device will do the rest. The downside is that it’s still necessary to take part in pouring grinding into the tank, moreover, the more details and schemes in the device, the greater the chance that something will break in it.
   

2. The second type of burnt coffee grinder for home - manual. Here everything is much simpler. You pour the grain into the container and grind it yourself. In some cases, if the handle grip is inconvenient (or, for example, the lever has insufficient resistance), this can take time, and a lot of effort is also expended. However, if you need to make one or two cups of coffee, it will not take long. Plus, this type of coffee grinder is that you can take them with you everywhere, even where there is no electricity.
   

It should be noted that the manual coffee grinder bears rather decorative functions and is much less common, it can often be seen in a gift shop, while automatic burrs are sold in household appliance retail stores almost everywhere, the reason is their versatility.

In addition to minimal intervention in the grinding process, you can also use the function of a coffee maker, which is equipped with an automatic coffee grinder.

It is very convenient, because you don’t have to think about how much coffee to grind, the grinding container is always adapted to the size of the tank for making a drink. Such devices are universal, combining the functions of two devices at once and therefore are more expensive than manual. Millstone for home grinders with the function of coffee makers offer several well-known brands. The choice is large enough (both in features and in price range).

The power of such devices may vary. 200 to 350 watts depending on the capabilities of the grinder. Particularly advanced models have the function of selecting the amount of grinding, which is extremely convenient, however, they are, as a rule, much more expensive. Premium (all-in-one) devices can grind grains by the number of cups of coffee selected. However, if a person has been preparing a drink for quite a long time, then he will easily “see” how many grains need to be poured into a container for making one or two cups of coffee. So the need for such a function is rather arbitrary and will appeal more to a connoisseur of all sorts of technological innovations.

For a home, it’s more likely that a simple burger grinder with a minimum of features and a power of 200-250 W will do. This is quite enough for the preparation of any amount of grinding.

How to choose a mill grinder: selection criteria

Before you go to the store for such a useful thing, learn the basic criteria that should be followed when choosing it.

Millstone type and material

Pay attention to the model with conical millstones. Usually they are more expensive in price, but are considered more durable. In addition, during the operation you will not have any complaints about the taste of coffee. As a rule, conical grinding stones are made of stainless steel, stone or ceramics.

The quality and durability of your coffee grinder depends on the quality of the millstone material.

As a rule, a coffee grinder (especially automatic) of mill type with steel millstones is able to grind up to 500 kg grains. Ceramic Millstone Models Recycle up to 1000 kg grains, however, require periodic replacement. The main advantage of ceramics is that it does not absorb extraneous odors and qualitatively grinds coffee. Thus, automatic and manual coffee grinders with a ceramic millstone would be the best option.

Grinding adjustment

All models of coffee grinders have a useful grind adjustment function: you can determine for yourself how large or small the particles will be. Standard appliances have from 8 to 16 degrees grinding. However, it should be remembered that it is unlikely to be able to grind ideally even identical particles.As a rule, the size of the particles depends on the distance between the discs of the millstones. The smaller the distance, the finer the grinding, and vice versa. You can adjust the grinding size using special ringwhich is located at the bottom of the grain bowl.

How fine should be grinding is up to you. If you drink coffee made in a french press, then the best fit particles of medium size. Medium or fine grinding is suitable for espresso. The finest coffee dust is ideal for making Turkish coffee.

Containers for beans and freshly ground coffee

Pay attention to the dimensions of the cups for the grain and the finished grinding. Usually the average bowl holds up to 300 grams coffee beans. The materials of the containers also vary: plastic, glass, metal. Coffee grinders with glass bowls are considered the most practical: they are hopeful, easy to clean, easy to clean and do not absorb odors at all. The only drawback of glass is fragility and risk of breaking. In this they are significantly superior to metal bowls.

Power

This criterion can not be called the most important, because manual (and electric too) mill grinders one way or another grind grains qualitatively. In general, the power of different models varies from 100 to 600 watts, but the optimal values ​​are 170-190 watts. At least, for home use of these parameters will be quite enough.

Additional features and accessories

Sometimes modern coffee grinders are equipped with additional functions: automatic shutdown when a blockage occurs, dispenser, tempera. Some spoons models also include measuring spoons, a dispenser, a cord storage compartment, and rubber feet to prevent slipping and vibration during operation.

Caring for a manual coffee grinder

After grinding coffee, when looking at a manual coffee grinder, many people often have a question: how best to wash it? Convenient cleaning of all internal elements greatly facilitates the care of the device. The main components that need to be cleaned after the completion of the work: millstones, a container for grains and a container for the finished coffee powder. Every coffee grinder is cleaned in its own way: here you will receive instructions for use.

Rinse the millstones under running water can not, they need only be carefully cleaned with a small brush and wipe with a cloth.

Conclusion

Millstone grinder - certainly a useful thing in any kitchen. It has a low cost, looks stylish and does not take up much space. Now the market of household appliances presents a wide range of various coffee grinders with millstones: they are produced by such major brands as Delonghi, Bork, Vitek and others. In addition, according to most reviews, coffee made in a grinder-type coffee grinder has the highest quality grind. So, the future drink will have a bright and rich taste.