What is the best grind to use for this particular method? I'm thinking something not as coarse as you would use for a press pot but not espresso.
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We've had this pot for several years and we think it makes terrific coffee! I use a medium grind - it isn't as fine as you would use for espresso. I found it was something I simply had to experiment with. The finer grind takes longer to brew, longer to go through the cloth filter and making a stronger cup of coffee. This could be adjusted with the amount of coffee used. As we speak I am brewing another wonderful cup of coffee with it!!
1500792
Exactly right, in my opinion. I use a grind between medium and fine and it seems to work very well.
1500793
Yes your on the right track, I think espresso is a little to fine and the coffee comes out bitter, I have my coffee ground at a coffee shop and they grind it a notch above espresso ground, this Hario Drip makes a great cup of coffee if you have the time and patience to go thru the procedure to do it. Hope this helps.
1500794
Finer than drip, coarser than espresso. If coffee is too weak, grind a little finer. Be sure to boil the filter in water for 5-10 min before first use.
1500795
That's pretty accurate I would say. Since the cloth is pretty fine, no grounds would get through, even if somewhat finer. If it's very very fine espresso, it might get through, but a medium to fine ground would do just fine.
1500796
I use a medium grind. I prefer Peet's coffee and buy it from the grocery already ground and that consistency always works well. I prefer a strong cup of coffee so I add a bit more than I do when brewing for guests.
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I am not as good as you are and I use the already ground espresso coffee/espresso grind. I've used a couple of brands and both worked fine. FYI: this is a stylish little espresso machine and it works! Hope that helps.
372079
Actually that is the best use! I grind cooking pepper, cinnamon,and nutmeg. The pieces just have to be coffee bean size or smaller.
329068
I use Folger's Black Silk in the regular grind. Something else might be better, but that's all our store offers! We're in a small town! However, the coffee is very good so it must be a good grind for the pot. Ann Sciba
564564
I just bought one of these, and the grind is suitably coarse at its coarsest setting. I also use a French press, but I use a fine grind. On a scale of 1 to 8 (coarse to fine), I use no. 7. If I made espresso, I should like it a little finer. I use the grinder with the factory settings, but you can adjust it (recalibrate it) to grind either finer or coarser than normal. Full instructions are in the excellent manual. You should be able to get a grind you like with this model.
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This is a trick question lol. You need to use "Coarse coffee grinds" however I used maxwell house fine ground beans. The only down fall is I may of used to much because some parts where a DARK BROWN color. I would suggest grinding the coffee coarse like there directions say (AFTER YOU BUY IT HAS DIRECTIONS ON BOX)
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I find that a coarse grind -- suitable for a French press -- works best for me, but I suggest you experiment with finer grinds as well as different amounts to see what best suits you. Also be aware that different water temperatures yield different results. You'll just have to try and see.
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I use a near-fine grind. It's the second lowest setting on my burr grinder. But lots of people have different opinions on what's best and depending on your method. Kaffeologie's site has some tutorials too you could check out.
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I have yet to find a grinder outside the supermarket that can manage a coarse grind. We just eventually started filtering the French press coffee through a gold filter to remove most of the fine particles, although the sludge can be nasty. So....Anyone know where to get the grinder from the supermarket??
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Yes, I have. I had to because the grind was too fine for my espresso maker. I think the mocha pots work better with coarser grinds, but this worked well. You don't need to tamp, just level.
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The fineness of the grind is critical in this thing. I find that Espresso grind is way too fine. If I get a bag of Verona or Espresso roast beans from Starbucks I have them grind it "fine drip." That seems to work perfectly. I have taken to taking half fine drip and half espresso grind to use up the finely ground coffee. It takes a bit of pressure, but the coffee is fine.
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You can't use this type of blade grinder for the best French press. I do FP everyday and use a burr grinder (a small version of the kind in the grocery stores). Amazon has tons of them, as does BB&B;, Target, Macy's etc. French press needs a coarse, uniform grind the only a burr grinder can give. I have a blade grinder like this one, but only use it for flax seeds and such, not FP coffee. If I were using a drip machine, however, it would be fine.
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It's really great for all grinds except French press. The finer grind you chose, the more consistent the results will be. French press is too coarse for grinders at this price point. Drip, espresso, half immersion will all turn out great!
216393
Not to be a putz, knowing the very common reference, but there is nothing particularly 'French' about a coffee press... that I know of. Now to address your question... in my wandering, round-a-bout manner. After being delightfully introduced to pressed coffee years (and years) ago, I dove into learning all about it and testing out each bit of info I encountered. Like most things one might obsess about, I determined there is a range of 'truth' about such things and the final answer is what your needs and tastes are. The accepted, simple answer is, like the other comments, a medium to larger grind, not fine as in an espresso grind, used in your Moka pot. This is to avoid grounds appearing in ones cup of Joe or clogging it up. Personally, I do not get lost in it anymore, nor do I mind a stray bit of coffee... in my coffee cup. I grind my coffee beans in a low-rent electric grinder and just eyeball what's about right and it seems to work. I also use some pre-ground, grocery store, bag coffee when time is pressing (no pun intended) and no problems arise. Keeping in mind that I have enjoyed Turkish coffee, but would have to 'man-up' to prepare and drink it every day. Anywho, I suggest you play around and find what works for you, initially avoiding espresso grind, without worrying about a press pot mishap. A press pot is simple device and soon will become an automatic ritual. Feel blessed you chose an all stainless steel pot (unbreakable, unless you have a gorilla in service) coffee press... the glass pots will break... just because you look at it funny. Best wishes on easily making & enjoying an excellent coffee every day... while the uninitiated continue to drink swill or throw money and time at their local coffee shop barista.
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You want expresso grind to be powder like and feel smooth between your fingers. If your beans are freshly roasted you can try one step less fine because the beans have a little more moisture in them. Really fresh ground beans should brew with some "crema" brown foam on top. That amount of crema is a clue to freshness. Different beans with different roast times also can change the "best" grind setting. Experiment, LOL
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We do not use it for fine grinds-- just coarser, as for French press coffee. We have a different grinder we like for fine grinding.
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I use a two cup french press mug and grind the beans directly into the press. I've never times it, but I put the beans into the grinder, then put the water into my Sunbeam Hotshot. The grinding is done well before the water boils.