How to choose the right coffee bean grind
Jul 2, 2021 (Updated on Dec 27, 2021)
If you're reading this article, it's probably because you've made a great decision: buying organic or specialty coffee. To ensure quality in the cup, it will be ground just before being filtered using the extraction method of your choice.
And, after reading several times that coffee can be found in different types of grinds, you may wonder, how should I choose the right one?
The answer to your question is very simple, however, there are some variables to consider.
Although I don't intend to bore you with the answer, I do want to take advantage of your presence to tell you a little more about this fascinating world of coffee.
Find out how to choose the ideal grind type in this article.
Whole bean coffee is the best option
At Freedom Society, we offer organic coffee, and we are committed to it and the process it takes to get to your cup.
Experts assure that to enjoy all the qualities of the bean, it is essential to grind it for a few minutes before filtering it; this way, you will better perceive the aroma, fragrance, and flavors in the cup.
However, we know that not all of us have a coffee grinder at home, although it is increasingly easier and cheaper to get one, here I share with you an ideal electric option for your home , or if you are more adventurous and traveler and do not want to be left without good coffee, I recommend this manual Hario grinder .
Remember to only grind the coffee for the cup you will be making at the time.
How to choose the type of grind for your coffee
At Freedom Society, we offer you the option to choose the grind type for your coffee. This means that, if you don't have a grinder at home, you can receive the ground beans minutes before they are delivered to your door.
We created this process so you can enjoy this delicious blend of grains in the best possible way.
Now, if you're new to this, you might be wondering which type you should choose.
Here we share some recommendations with you.
1. Fine Grinding
It is a type of fine grinding, as its name indicates, and can be compared to table salt.
This type of grind is ideal for espresso and Italian coffee makers, where the coffee creates a firm filter through which the water encounters resistance and therefore requires a certain amount of pressure to filter the coffee, often resulting in the popular espresso.
If you use a Turkish coffee maker, this grind can be even finer.
There are espresso machines for home use. I'm sharing this one with you, which I think is a great option. Oster Espresso Machine
2. Medium-Fine Grinding
The texture is a little coarser than table salt.
It is optimal for AeroPress and drip cones like V60 or Clever Coffee Dripper.
At this point, it's worth mentioning that the AeroPress is becoming very popular for its versatility and ease of use anywhere.
3. Medium Grinding
This type of grind is undoubtedly one of the most popular, as it is the one used in the conventional coffee makers that most people have.
However, this type of grind is also useful for Kalita Wave and siphon coffee makers .
Choose this type of grind if you have an electric coffee maker with a paper filter or a metal filter at home.
Here I share with you an excellent option for a traditional coffee maker.
4. Medium-Coarse Grinding
Usually recommended for the Chemex, a delicious coffee extraction method.
The Chemex , despite the great notes it achieves, is best used by true enthusiasts since it takes a lot of care to own one of these coffee makers.
5. Coarse Grinding
Without a doubt an ideal grind for the popular French Press.
For many, the French press is the best way to enjoy coffee because, throughout this extraction process, the coffee always remains in contact with the water.
French presses are also very affordable and don't require as many steps to use.
In conclusion, the grind you choose will depend on the brewing method you'll be using. I invite you to venture into this world of coffee and explore the benefits of each grind type for each type of coffee maker.
In the article, I left you several Amazon links so you can choose your new favorite coffee maker, or should I say, favorite brewing method.
No excuses! See you in the next article.
