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  • Potential 1st hand grinder for espresso..

ST30B I tend to do 15/16g - 30s usually hits the spot.

I’m not a fan of frequent, or large grind adjustments, but when you have to do it, being able to quickly look at your grinder without disassembly/counting clicks (as with the Aergrind) makes life much easier (I do have grinders that adjust underneath and find them fine for drip/pour over as you don’t need to adjust that much). I very rarely adjust my Lido 2/E grinders, the newer Lido OG looks like an improvement, but sounds like more than you want to spend.

How much weight are you getting out? Grinding finer to lose sharp/tart acidity, or extending the brew ratio for more output is the way I’d go.

500g bag/16g dose is 31 shots…I’d be aiming for 3-5 shots to get in the ball-park.

      I also have an Aergrind, it’s really well made and can happily do an espresso grind. I don’t think it’s too much of a workout but I still use my electric grinder… I take the Aegrind on holiday and it’s definitely a pleasure to use. I also use it if anyone comes over and wants a cafetière

      Easy choice, Kinu! Works flawlessly and it’s a pleasure to grind with, you don’t need to put force to grind and it’s built like a tank. And I tell this because I had it and used for espresso, impecable, the same or better compared with more expensive electric grinders.

      Of course now many of you will jump and say that’s not like this, impossible, etc ;)

        profesor_historia

        No, actually i agree.

        I dont get it when people call it a chore.

        Sold k ultra and J ultra. Prefer the kinu classic.

        Have kinu simplicity with travel case for sale .

        I can recommend

        For the left hand . 1000% better grip and slip proof.

        Ade Smith. ACS Evo Leva v2. Kafatek Flat max 2, ssw 2024. Mazzer Philos, Craig Lyn HG-1 prime., WW key mk1.

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            Adrianmsmith I was exaggerating a bit but I really think it’s one of the best manual grinders. I had the pleasure to meet Christian, the owner, at Host Milan in 2023, he was born in Romania, like me, very nice guy.

              I like the feld47, the bigger version of the aergrind with the same burrs as the kinu but for a cheaper price (currently they come with regular and pour over burrs for £216).

              A high quality hand grinder, especially with a bigger burr set like the kinu isn’t too hard for espresso. I still prefer electric but going from a 3 second grind to hand grinding is a big jump

              Coffee Roaster. Home: Sage Dual Boiler, Niche Zero, Ode v2 (SSP), 1zpresso ZP6 Work: Eagle One Prima EXP, mahlkonig e80s, Mazzer Philos and lots more

              ST30B Been floating the idea of a hand grinder for the sole purpose of having a conical for medium roast flat whites.

              If you are making one or two cups a day, you may get away with a hand grinder. I had the pleasure of owning JX pro for filter (easy) and espresso (🙄😥) for a couple of years. I am glad I bought the Duo. 😊

                I’d imagine the 1 espresso at a time routine with a manual is fine, it would be dialing in something new that would get rather tedious after a few shots!

                MWJB
                I only get a 500g nowadays if I really enjoy it. Majority of purchases (couple of subs also) now are 200/250g bags, there’s just so much choice and I tend to get bored quite quickly unless it’s a standout which funnily enough happens rarely!

                  @ST30B another vote for the Feld47. Great adjustment range and just a pleasure to use. Timed a 14g dose for the LaPavoni at a relaxed 41 seconds grinding time just there.

                  Very well made (in Edinburgh!)…buy local :)

                    Whatever you get, don’t underestimate the usefulness of external adjustment.

                    Cheers guys. I did actually see the feld47 offer last week. I’m going to sit on the idea for the time being and concentrate on changing the variables as @MWJB suggested. Probably a good time to try some different roasters who focus on espresso roasts. Out of the subscriptions I’ve had over the last year, the Omniroasts have been excellent for filter but just haven’t been cutting it for espresso and just tending to be ‘OK’.
                    The reason I’ve stuck with the likes of Foundry and hard lines is because they never seem to go past a medium roast. I like my espresso for flat whites but my preference is strong medium often with complexity. Liking milk drinks does not always mean you want a darker roast as is what often gets offered by roasters these days.

                      ST30B Liking milk drinks does not always mean you want a darker roast as is what often gets offered by roasters these days.

                      I wish more people realised this.

                      That’s 2 of us now!!

                      ☕

                      Ade Smith. ACS Evo Leva v2. Kafatek Flat max 2, ssw 2024. Mazzer Philos, Craig Lyn HG-1 prime., WW key mk1.

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                        I totally agree - Black Cat have from Brazil Eagle Monte Carmelo Natural at the moment which is very nice. Proper Medium with good depth of flavour.

                        Yep, my biggest coffee enjoyment in the past couple of years is discovering the new flavours that adding milk to med/light roasts opens up.

                        Citrus notes become lemon meringue, summer fruits become blackberry muffins.

                        I can appreciate a well made espresso but milk isn’t just for diluting a dark roast!

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                        Always keep tabs on Blackcats offerings as usually spot on with unbeatable value.
                        Been looking at espresso subscriptions over the weekend, ideally prefer a roasters choice as I get bored quite quickly with the same bean. Problem with it alternating is receiving a dark roast you didn’t want! Might need to send a few emails..

                        HarveyMushman It’s a chore because it’s outdated Comandante. Newer grinders will be delivering in less than half the time 😎👌

                        Flair 58, Mahlkonig EK43, Kinu M47, 1zpresso ZP6.