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Revolutionizing Coffee: The Evolution of Grinder Burr Design

Revolutionizing Coffee: The Evolution of Grinder Burr Design

Grinders are the unsung heroes in coffee preparation, transforming whole beans into the perfect brew. Yet, their burrs – the heart of the grinder – often remain unnoticed. However, as specialty coffee continues to evolve, so does the design and technology behind these crucial components. In the world of coffee equipment, the grinder holds a coveted position atop the hierarchy. It plays a pivotal role in the brewing process, shaping ground coffee particles before extraction. Marco Tesconi, Cimbali Group's Grinder Category Manager and Global Business Development at Keber Burrs, explains it best: "Burrs are where the transformation begins, from whole…
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Savor the Season with Our Curated List of 2025 Holiday Coffee Gifts for Enthusiasts

Savor the Season with Our Curated List of 2025 Holiday Coffee Gifts for Enthusiasts

The holiday season is here, and it's time to spread joy to your coffee-loving friends and family. From new roasters to innovative brewing equipment, we have curated a collection of gifts that are perfect for every budget. Here's our guide to the best coffee gifts of 2025. Stocking Fillers: Start small with thoughtful stocking stuffers. Explore new flavors and origins by introducing someone to a new roaster, such as Spojka Roastery in Slovakia or Shavi Coffee Roasters in Georgia. For UK coffee drinkers, Pact Coffee offers advent calendars, while Fresh Roasted Coffee caters to North American consumers with a wide…
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AeroPress Introduces Compact Manual Grinder for Optimal Portability

AeroPress Introduces Compact Manual Grinder for Optimal Portability

AeroPress, a renowned name in manual coffee equipment, has made its first move into grinding with the launch of an innovative metal manual grinder. Designed entirely in-house, this compact grinder is engineered to nest inside the hollow plunger of the AeroPress brewer for optimal portability when not in use. The grinder, available globally for $199.95, boasts a sleek design that sets it apart. Weighing 20.5 ounces, it features 38-millimeter titanium-coated conical burrs turned by the Easy-Grind Magnetic Handle. The patent-pending design uses magnets inside a fitted groove along the grinder’s exterior to stow the handle compactly when not in use.…
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Fixing Mapping Errors in Smallholder Coffee Farms: A New Dataset for Transparency and Compliance

Fixing Mapping Errors in Smallholder Coffee Farms: A New Dataset for Transparency and Compliance

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is about to kick into high gear, but a critical flaw threatens to cut hundreds of thousands of smallholder coffee farmers out of the European market. A new open-access dataset called Sample Earth aims to rectify this issue by helping mapmakers accurately classify smallholder farms instead of mislabeling them as forests. Launched last week by the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT), Sample Earth is a reference dataset designed to improve map accuracy in deforestation due diligence. The groups behind this initiative say that inaccurate mapping could lead to…
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Rocket Espresso Unveils Stelvio, Spluga, and Gravo Commercial and Home Grinders at HostMilano

Rocket Espresso Unveils Stelvio, Spluga, and Gravo Commercial and Home Grinders at HostMilano

Italian espresso equipment powerhouse Rocket Espresso has recently unveiled its latest offerings at the HostMilano event in Italy - two commercial grinders, Rocket Stelvio and Rocket Stelvio Élite, and a home grinder, Rocket Gravo. Let's dive into the details of these new machines. The Rocket Stelvio and Rocket Stelvio Élite are tall, robust commercial grinders standing at 638 millimeters (25.1 inches). They feature 68-millimeter flat burrs spun by a 550-watt motor in the Stelvio and 83-millimeter flat burrs powered by a 750-watt motor in the Élite, making it Rocket's fastest grinder at 6 grams per second. Both models boast 1.5-kilogram-capacity…
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Master Home Brewing: James Hoffmann’s Guide to Perfect Coffee

Master Home Brewing: James Hoffmann’s Guide to Perfect Coffee

The escalating cost of coffee outings has led many to consider brewing at home. But, with the right knowledge, you can create a delicious cup without breaking the bank. We spoke with James Hoffmann, author of "How to Make the Best Coffee at Home" and founder of the YouTube channel Flat White, to learn his secrets for perfecting your home brew. The key to an exceptional coffee experience lies in investing in a good grinder and choosing quality beans. "If you can invest just a little bit one time in a grinder that’s going to unlock coffee brewing for you,"…
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The Physics of a Perfect Pour-Over Coffee: A Groundbreaking Study Revealed

The Physics of a Perfect Pour-Over Coffee: A Groundbreaking Study Revealed

A group of physicists and fluid mechanics experts at the University of Pennsylvania have published a groundbreaking study on pour-over coffee, revealing how to extract the maximum amount of flavor from the fewest beans. A year ago, staff at Arnold Mathijssen's lab, including the main coffee enthusiast Ernest Park, began pondering the ideal pour-over technique while hanging out at their lab's coffee table. This casual conversation led to a 10-page paper in the journal Physics of Fluids, published this week. The team used equipment like an espresso machine, French press, and pour-over setup, but it was the pour-over method that…
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The High Cost and Waste of Single-Serve Coffee Machines: Why They’re Not Worth the Investment

The High Cost and Waste of Single-Serve Coffee Machines: Why They’re Not Worth the Investment

Single-serve coffee machines like Keurig and Nespresso have become increasingly popular, but they might not be the best choice for your home kitchen. Matt Woodburn-Simmonds, a former barista and founder of Home Coffee Expert, advises against them due to their limitations, high costs, waste production, and less than stellar coffee quality. The main issue lies in the pods these machines require. They restrict your coffee choices significantly and can be expensive over time, especially for frequent coffee drinkers. The cost of operating these machines extends beyond the financial aspect: there's also the environmental toll to consider. Three or four pods…
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Automate Your Pour-Over Coffee Experience for $65 with Tru’s Semi-Automatic Brewer

Automate Your Pour-Over Coffee Experience for $65 with Tru’s Semi-Automatic Brewer

If you love the taste of pour-over coffee but find the process too fiddly, we've got a solution. The Tru Automatic Pour-Over Coffee Maker is a semi-automatic device that delivers pour-over precision while streamlining the process. Priced at just $65 on Walmart or Amazon (regularly $90), it's an affordable way to upgrade your coffee game. The Tru Automatic Pour-Over Coffee Maker mimics the mechanics of manual pour-over brewing, minus some of the fuss. It lets you precisely control water temperature and the ratio of water to coffee grinds, just like with traditional pour-over brewing. But instead of manually pouring the…
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Pour-Over vs. Drip Coffee: Which Brewing Method Delivers the Best Cup?

Pour-Over vs. Drip Coffee: Which Brewing Method Delivers the Best Cup?

You've probably encountered that age-old question—pour-over or drip coffee? Both methods have their merits, but knowing the nuances can help you brew a better cup of joe. We tapped three experts to shed some light on the differences between these two brewing techniques and uncover which one delivers the best taste. First up: pour-over coffee. This manual method requires more time and attention but offers greater control over each step, resulting in a layered, perfectly extracted cup of coffee—especially with high-quality beans. Christopher Alspach, co-founder of Oval Coffee Roasters, notes that pour-over brewing allows for fine-tuning the process (the science…
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