Burr Grinders Are Your Secret Weapon For Full-bodied Coffee
NEWS
By MATTHEW LEE
More crucial than the quality of your coffee beans is the grinder you use to turn them into brewable grounds, which is why burr grinders are preferred over other alternatives.
While a bladed grinder relies on a spinning blade to chop and pulverize the beans, a burr grinder operates with two rotating wheels that crush coffee beans uniformly.
This uniformity ensures that all the tiny coffee particles in the grounds are the same size, resulting in a more consistent extraction during brewing and a rich cup of coffee.
Additionally, burr grinders operate at cooler temperatures and won’t transfer as much heat to your beans as blade or manual grinders, effectively preserving their flavor profile.
Most burr grinders offer you the flexibility to adjust the size of the coffee grounds as well. However, they also come with their own set of drawbacks that you should be aware of.
Burr grinders not only come with heftier price tags but also demand regular maintenance, as you’ll need to ensure they remain free of coffee oils and accumulated debris over time.
