Find Your Perfect Grind

A Guide to Grinding Coffee for Your Brewing Method

The grind size of your coffee beans plays a crucial role in determining the flavor and strength of your coffee. Different brewing methods require different grind sizes to achieve the best results. In this guide, we'll explore the various grind sizes and how they work with different brewing methods, so you can brew the perfect cup of coffee every time.

Grind Sizes and Brewing Methods:

  1. Extra Coarse Grind:

    • Description: Very chunky, like peppercorns.

    • Best for: Cold brew coffee, where the coffee is steeped in cold water for an extended period.

  2. Coarse Grind:

    • Description: Similar to kosher salt.

    • Best for: French press and percolator coffee makers, which require a longer steeping time.

  3. Medium-Coarse Grind:

    • Description: Slightly finer than coarse, like rough sand.

    • Best for: Chemex and clever dripper, which use a longer brewing time and benefit from a coarser grind.

  4. Medium Grind:

    • Description: Similar to table salt.

    • Best for: Drip coffee makers with flat-bottom filters, siphon brewers, and Aeropress.

  5. Medium-Fine Grind:

    • Description: Slightly finer than sand, but not powdery.

    • Best for: Cone-shaped pour-over brewers like the Hario V60 and Kalita Wave.

  6. Fine Grind:

    • Description: Similar to granulated sugar.

    • Best for: Espresso machines and Moka pots, where water is forced through the coffee at high pressure.

  7. Extra Fine Grind:

    • Description: Powdery, like flour.

    • Best for: Turkish coffee, where the coffee is brewed with water and then the grounds are allowed to settle.

Grinding your coffee beans to the right size for your brewing method is essential for achieving the best flavor and strength in your coffee. By understanding the different grind sizes and how they work with each brewing method, you can brew the perfect cup of coffee to suit your taste preferences.