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Baratza Forte AP All Purpose Grinder - Ceramic Burr

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Overview

Named best commercial product at SCAA 2013, the Baratza Forte AP Grinder deftly transitions from coarser drip grinds to fine espresso grinds with precision. The Forte AP offers an upgraded motor with 70% more power and an improved touch screen display, all housed in a sleek metal case. And, with 10 macro settings and 26 micro settings, the Forte ensures you can dial in even the most finicky of shots.

This commercial grade machine is perfect for the coffee enthusiast or cafe that can't commit to just one prep. From espresso to pour overs, with the option to grind into a container or use the portaholder, the Forte AP has all your caffeine desires covered.

  • Skill Level

    Beginner: Stepped grind adjustments and simple controls help anyone get grinding.

    Intermediate: Grinders offering accurate grind controls and programmable dosing for daily coffee drinkers.

    Expert: Stepless grind adjustments and pro-barista features make these the top of the line in coffee grinding.

    Intermediate
  • Programming

    Manual: Manually grind your just-right dose.

    Timed: Set a grind time for automatic dosing.

    Programmable: Program multiple grind times for extra drink options.

    By Weight: A built-in scale weighs coffee as it grinds for a perfect dose.

    By Weight
  • Grinder Type

    Espresso: Designed for precision grinds at fine settings just for espresso.

    Coffee: Consistent at coarser grind settings for slow brew coffee methods (no unpressurized espresso baskets).

    Espresso and Coffee: Capable of consistent grinding in both espresso and slow brew ranges.

    Coffee + Espresso
  • Grind Settings

    Stepped: Notched, labeled settings for easy adjustability and repeatability.

    Stepless: Precision stepless adjustment allows for micro-changes to grind size.

    Stepped
Features
  • 54mm Ceramic Flat Burrs: These burrs are built to last. Ceramic burrs have a longer shelf life than metal burrs and prevent heat transfer, which can damage a bean's flavor profile.
  • Weight Based Dosing: Set the weight of your desired ground coffee to more or less than 0.2g and the Forte AP will weigh the ground coffee while grinding, then stop automatically when it reaches your desired weight.
  • Strong and Silent Motor: The high-torque motor is 70% more powerful than the Vario's while rotating more slowly to prevent heat transfer to the grounds. The circuitry is equipped with an automatic reset thermal switch.
  • Backlit Screen: The touch LCD display is easy to read and intuitive to program.
  • Programming: Features three, user-programmable settings based on weight (+/- .1 gram) or time (+/- .1 sec).
  • Portafilter Holder: This model comes equipped with a portafilter holder for hands free grinding. The Forte AP also includes an 8 oz grounds bin.
    • Pros
      • Commercial-Grade Juice: A new DC motor with 70% more power than the Vario-W stands up to the toughest commercial environments.
      • Stopper Hopper Standard: Swap out beans seamlessly and with no mess using the removable hopper. Add extensions to attain your desired hopper volume.
      • Portaholder Included: Use the portafilter holder for hands-free grinding.
    • Cons
      • Too Much Goodness: A score of grinding options can equal frustration when changing grinds for a new batch of beans.
  • How Does it Compare?
    The Forte is Baratza's beefiest grinder to date: 230 programmable settings, built-in dosing by weight or time, and an improved hopper make it a smart choice for cafes and discerning home users. Available with flat steel or ceramic burrs.
  • Tips and Tricks
    When cleaning the Forte Grinder, we do not recommend turing this grinder upside down to knock out loose grinds. Turning the Forte grinder upside down may upset the calibration, resulting in a broken grinder.

About Baratza

Few companies can balance quality and affordability quite like Baratza. Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, Baratza continues to improve and innovate while also leading the industry in customer focus and support. Baratza’s catalog of grinders includes everything from simple, efficient drip coffee grinders all the way up to precise and powerful per-shot espresso grinders. Featuring technology like grind to weight and a range of burr sizes and styles, there’s a Baratza for everyone.

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Specifications
  • Manufacturer
    Baratza
  • Skill Level
    Intermediate
  • Model Number
    Forte - Ceramic Burr
  • Width
    5.5 inches
  • Depth
    5.0 inches
  • Height
    14.2 inches with hopper
  • Product Weight (lbs.)
    13.000000
  • Watts
    240W
  • Volts
    110V
  • Case Material
    Stainless Steel/Plastic
  • Bean Hopper Capacity
    10 oz.
  • Dosing Options
    Programmable Dosing Functionality
  • Grinder Style
    Burr - Flat Ceramic
  • Burr Diameter
    54 mm
  • Material
    Metal and Plastic
  • Recommended For
    Coffee Press, Espresso, Fine Drip / Pour Over, Drip Coffee
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Warranty Information

WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals, including Chromium, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

What it Covers: Grinders

Length: 1 Year

Who Supports the Warranty: Baratza

Warranty Contact Information: (425) 641-1245

Notes: Baratza has excellent troubleshooting resources on their website. If you're experiencing an issue with your grinder, definitely look here first.

Can SCG Repair? No, Tune-up Only read more about our repair services

Care and Maintenance

Clean burrs on a weekly to bi-weekly basis either with a cleaning brush or a burr grinder-specific cleaning product such as Grindz.

Remove and hand wash the bean hopper and lid with warm water and soap as needed.

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Special Price $1,100 Regular Price $1,300
Adjustment Configuration Stepless - Infinite Settings Stepless - Infinite Settings Stepless - Infinite Settings
Bean Hopper Capacity 3 Pounds 1.3 pounds 1 LB
Burr Diameter 65mm 60mm 60mm
Depth 10 inches 10.5 inches 10.5 inches
Grinder Style Burr - Flat Steel Burr - Flat Steel Burr - Flat Steel
Height 23.5 inches 17.25 inches 16 inches
Programmability
Recommended For Espresso, Fine Drip / Pour Over, Drip Coffee Espresso, Fine Drip / Pour Over, Drip Coffee Espresso, Fine Drip / Pour Over, Drip Coffee
Minimum Time to Grind Double Shot 4.5 seconds 6.5 seconds
Width 9 inches 7.2 inches 6.5 inches
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