Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder (White)

midwestdealer

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Is Sur La Table reliable?

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18speedmike

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Manual grinders are quieter and last longer than all of the above with better grind resolution. 1zpresso etc. Takes 30 seconds or so to grind out a shot, but totally worth not waking up kids at 6am. Didn't notice any manual mentions, worth your consideration.

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I do not own the ESP version, but have owned the Maestro Plus for 14 years. I use it every single day. The only issue I've ever had (which turned out to be an improvement), was the timer switch broke causing the machine to run constantly when supplied with power. I put an on/off switch at the wall outlet the grinder is plugged into, and now I don't have to hold down a button or twist the timer, I just flip it on and wait for the hopper to empty, and flip it off. If this thing ever breaks, which seems doubtful at this point; I would not hesitate to purchase again. Just clean it regularly and it will run forever.

Edit: looking at the photos of these newer grinders, it looks like they did away with the rotating timer on the side and is now a static on or off switch. That's a good move on their part.

Last edited by Dr_Claw April 26, 2024 at 06:12 AM.

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MarcosP6708

Apr 26, 2024 12:52 PM

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Amazing grinder for the price, just really loud.

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Quote from midwestdealer

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Is Sur La Table reliable?

Yes, very. It's a high end chain.

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chaimav

Apr 26, 2024 1:34 PM

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chaimavApr 26, 2024 1:34 PM

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Does anyone know if this would be good for grinding spices as well?

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Apr 26, 2024 1:51 PM

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I recently got this kitchenaid grinder. Is it good enough for espresso shots? Any feedback from the experts is highly appreciated.

https://a.co/d/45jgYO8

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Apr 26, 2024 2:13 PM

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Quote from joelkz

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Yep just ordered one. Nice deal for the ESP, a very versatile entry grinder. Returning my DF54. Thanks OP.

is this one really better than DF54??? I had an impression that DF54 was really good, and exceptional value for money

trza

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40% higher price, can't do coarse grinds, excessive static and plastic cup causes big mess, and chute gets jammed up easily. Upsides of DF54 are that it's much quieter, better build quality, and better grind consistency. Cheers.

Plot twist: the encore also has static and messy cup issues.

I'm wondering how useful the little espresso grind cup is going to be, given the way my older encore works.

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trza

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Quote from chaimav

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Does anyone know if this would be good for grinding spices as well?

It will grind anything hard and dry and bean sized into smaller bits. You don't want to mix coffee and spices though.

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chaimav

Apr 26, 2024 2:22 PM

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Quote from trza

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It will grind anything hard and dry and bean sized into smaller bits. You don't want to mix coffee and spices though.

I actually want just for spices, not coffee

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Apr 26, 2024 2:23 PM

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PurpeanaApr 26, 2024 2:23 PM

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I own the ESP and pair it with a Bambino Plus. It's my first espresso specific grinder so I don't have any comparisons but it seems to work well. It has 40 grind settings with 1-20 being espresso (lower = finer). The manual says to use 15 but I've been using it between 1-10 depending the roast. It does come with extra shims if you need to go finer but I haven't had the need. It is loud but I don't really care about the noise factor. The grinder is smaller than I thought which is good because I don't have much counter space. Some people complain about retention and having grinds spill every where but to me it's only been minor. 99% of what I make are milk based drinks and those taste good to me so I can't really comment on it's pure espresso making ability.

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The coupon code ALSO works for the Baratza Encore (non ESP version)-- for those who want a quality grinder for Drip Coffee. I bought one and the coupon code worked for me!

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Apr 26, 2024 3:06 PM

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Quote from Stealth_vette

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The coupon code ALSO works for the Baratza Encore (non ESP version)-- for those who want a quality grinder for Drip Coffee. I bought one and the coupon code worked for me!

I discovered the coupon works site wide. I jumped on the Plus model for Mother's Day. The basic model is something I bought my wife over 15 years ago and only had to go through a gear upgrade. Longest lasting appliance I've had in my life thus far, I hope they still make them as good as they did long ago!

Product Description:	Optimized for espresso but fantastic for any filtered brewing method, the ESP coffee grinder from Baratza is built to last through everyday use. It features a simple, intuitive design, so you can grind beans at the press of a button—perfect for busy mornings. It features several user-friendly features, like a quick-release burr system for easy cleaning and removable shims, so you can get the perfect grind on your beans. Baratza’s new, espresso-optimized coffee grinder re-engineers an industry classic to make high-resolution grinding simple, repeatable, and approachable. It’s another way Baratza is making specialty coffee accessible for all. Baratza grinders are preferred by coffee professionals and top the list of review sites like Wirecutter This innovative, multi-purpose adjustment mechanism features micro-steps from #1-20 for high resolution espresso grinding, and macro-steps from #21-40 suitable for filter brewing methods Fresh coffee is as simple as a single-handed hopper twist for grind size adjustment, then a push of the front-mounted pulse button, or a turn of the ON/OFF switch The burr mounting system has been redesigned to allow for quick removal without taking the entire grinder apart. That means it’s easier than ever to clean and maintain the Encore ESP without the need for extra tools Each Encore ESP is precision-calibrated using a custom-made tool that ensures each unit is ready to deliver micron accurate grind adjustments for delicious espresso Engineered with 40mm hardened alloy steel burrs with a 40 DC motor, creating a consistent grind and durability customers have come to expect from Baratza Fits 54mm baskets, or 58mm baskets with the included adapter Backed by Baratza’s world class support and 1-year warranty Designed and engineered in Seattle, WA; manufactured and assembled in Taiwan
Product SKU:	surlatable_8226417
dimensions:	5.1" L x 6" W x 13.4" H
manufacturer:	Baratza
material:	ABS plastic and carbon steel
weight:	6 lb.

Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder (White)

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