Espresso (On-Demand / GBW)
Fast, repeatable espresso with programmable doses or **grind-by-weight**. Pair with your portafilter for minimal waste and tight shot times.
The grinder is the heart of coffee quality. From dial-in speed to particle uniformity and retention, the right grinder unlocks flavour and consistency across espresso and brew methods. We’ll help you match burrs, capacity and features to your menu and throughput.
Pick the grinder that matches your drinks mix, peak demand and workflow.
Fast, repeatable espresso with programmable doses or **grind-by-weight**. Pair with your portafilter for minimal waste and tight shot times.
Large burrs and cooler grinding for batch brew, V60, cafetière and cold brew. Wide, stable grind range with low fines.
Low retention, bellows/declumper and stepless adjust. Ideal for switching between espresso and filter with minimal carryover.
Flat burrs emphasise clarity; conicals often add body. Geometry and coatings affect speed, heat and flavour expression.
Larger burrs (e.g. 83–98 mm) grind quicker with lower RPM for cooler operation—useful at peak service.
Timed dosing is simple; **GBW** improves repeatability, reduces waste, and speeds up workflow.
Chutes, anti-static and purge features reduce clumping/retention for consistent extractions and flavours.
Match motor power and thermal design to your drinks per hour and venue acoustics.
Plan for burr seasoning, periodic alignment checks and regular cleaning to maintain uniformity.
| Grinder type | Best for | Typical features | Pros | Considerations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espresso (On-Demand / GBW) | Busy cafés, bars, service speed | Programmable doses, GBW, cooling fans | Fast, consistent, low waste with GBW | Espresso-focused range; louder at peak |
| Brew / Filter | Batch brew, V60, cafetière, retail | Wide grind range, low fines, bag clamp | Clarity for filter; cooler grinding | Not suitable for fine espresso |
| Single-Dose / All-Rounder | Menus switching between espresso & brew | Low retention, bellows, stepless adjust | Great versatility, easy flavour testing | Slightly slower; more user input |
Throughput and taste depend on burrs, beans, dose, and dial-in.
Flat burrs often highlight clarity and separation; conicals can emphasise body and sweetness. Both can be excellent when properly aligned and maintained.
GBW doses coffee by weight rather than time. It improves repeatability and reduces waste, especially in busy service.
Light brush daily; deeper clean weekly; replace or service burrs according to usage and manufacturer guidance.
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