A blade grinder shouldn’t be a regrettable purchase in someone’s quest to become an at-home barista.
What makes or breaks the quality of specialty drinks is the grind of the coffee beans.
To achieve this, there are two options: a burr or a blade grinder. The former provides the most consistent grind with the best overall taste, while the latter is inconsistent and compromises the flavor of the drink.
For some coffee makers, the specific grind doesn’t hinder its performance but others are deeply affected. The most notable are the Aeropress, Moka Pot, and the French Press.
The French Press in particular, uses only a coarse grind which is standard across different brands. If there are any fine particles of coffee found, it’ll be included in the resulting liquid.
Despite its unpredictability, a blade grinder is the best entry level grinder on the market due to its price point and availability in box stores like Walmart and Target.
Why is this option cheaper compared to a burr grinder? Because of its multipurpose use in chopping spices.
According to Coffee Affection, “blade grinders are designed similarly to a blender blade. They chop up the coffee by spinning a sharp blade rapidly.”
But is it possible to get the grind of the beans consistent? Not quite. But there are some simple hacks that can get close to it.
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