Why Your Grinder Makes or Breaks Your Coffee

In this episode, I dive deep into the world of coffee grinders and their crucial role in brewing the perfect cup. I share my hands-on experience with different grinders, particularly focusing on the Kin grinder series - the K2 ($80) and K6 ($130) models. I explore why having the right grinder is possibly even more important than your choice of coffee beans, and how it affects the overall taste experience.

Through my testing with Ethiopian coffee and various brewing methods, I demonstrate how a quality grinder can help you better understand and appreciate your coffee's characteristics. I also discuss the practical aspects of manual versus electric grinding, price considerations, and why investing in a good grinder is crucial for any coffee enthusiast's journey.

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Chapters

• 1:45 The Importance of Coffee Grinders
• 3:30 Kin Grinder Overview (K2 and K6)
• 5:15 Price Comparisons and Value
• 7:00 Grinder Impact on Coffee Taste
• 9:30 Manual vs Electric Grinders
• 11:45 Testing with Ethiopian Coffee
• 14:00 Practical Demonstration
• 16:30 Coffee Shop Experiences
• 19:00 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Transcript

[00:00] Welcome to today's episode. We're going to discuss something interesting today - coffee grinders.

[01:45] These episodes aren't rehearsed. I think about a topic beforehand and share my thoughts. Today we're focusing on grinders, specifically the Kin grinder series.

[03:30] This is the Kin grinder, their top-of-line model. It's notably larger compared to the K2 version. These are conical burr grinders, shaped concave inside.

[05:15] Grinders are possibly more important than your actual coffee beans. While beans provide the joy and variety in coffee, without the right grinder and proper technique, you won't experience the coffee's full potential.

[07:00] The K2 costs around $80, while the K6 is $130. You can sometimes find deals, especially during Black Friday. You don't need both - choose based on your brewing method. I use the K2 for pour-over and K6 for espresso.

[09:30] With my old grinder, the coffee tasted muddy - meaning it was hard to decipher specific flavors. Everything blended together. With this new grinder, I can taste the different elements and intricacies, especially in espresso.

[11:45] When testing Ethiopian coffee with this grinder, I've noticed significant differences in taste clarity. The grinder helps isolate variables in brewing, allowing you to better understand if issues come from the coffee, technique, or equipment.

[14:00] Let me demonstrate the grinding process. Demonstrates grinding 20 grams of coffee It's not as difficult as it might seem.

[16:30] Even in coffee shops, I've noticed coffees are just okay. They need to appeal to a broad audience, especially when people add various ingredients.

[19:00] I'm putting a lot of faith in this grinder to help improve my coffee experience. If you have recommendations for great coffees or equipment, let me know.

[21:00] That's all for today. Thanks for listening, and I'll talk to you next time.