In the market for a new grinder? One refrain that resounds amongst espresso enthusiasts is that, if they had it to do all over again, they would have invested in a great grinder to begin with. Next to temperature, the fineness and consistency of the ground is one of the most important elements of excellent espresso. We had Gail talk us through the different burr grinders that are available at Seattle Coffee Gear -- you can watch the three part video here.
Part 1: Introduction to grinders and reviews of the Capresso Infinity and Baratza series -- including the Maestro, Maestro Plus and Virtuoso
Part 2: More information on grinders plus reviews of the Rancilio Rocky Doser/Doserless and the new Baratza Vario
Part 3: Final installment discusses the high end consumer grinders available such as the Compak, Macap and Mazzer