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Register your grinder to get a free digital Espresso Guide! Whether you’re going to make espresso or prefer another coffee brew method, you’ll perfect it with the burr grinder.

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Get to know your burr grinder

Your KitchenAid Burr grinder has an impressive 70 unique grind size dial settings,  suitable for a range of brewing methods, from the finest for espresso to the coarsest for cold brew.

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Select the grind size

Rotate the dial to choose exactly the right size within your brew method.

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Pick your dose

Decide how many cups or shots you’d like to grind coffee for.

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Fine-tune the amount

You can also increase the grinding time to increase the amount of coffee.

Which setting for each type of coffee?

French press

Grind size dial: Coarse

Grind size range: 1-24

Dose selection: 1-12 cups

Use setting with:  Bottom hopper

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Percolation

Grind size dial: Medium Coarse

Grind size range: 25-35

Dose selection: 1-12 cups

Use setting with:  Bottom hopper

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Drip coffee

Grind size dial: Medium 

Grind size range: 36-54

Dose selection: 1-12 cups

Use setting with:  Bottom hopper

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Espresso

Grind size dial: Fine

Grind size range: 55-70

Dose selection: 1-2 shots

Use setting with:  Portafilter holder

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Tips for enjoying the burr grinder

Here are our tips for making the most of the KitchenAid machine. You’ll be a master coffee grinder in no time.

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Choose whole beans

Buying coffee beans whole and grinding them yourself at home will give you an even better tasting coffee. Whole coffee beans have a longer shelf life than pre-ground coffee.

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Brew right after grinding

Grind your coffee beans just before you brew your coffee. Ground coffee oxidizes fast and can quickly lose aroma and taste.

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Have fun experimenting

Experiment with different grinds and brew times with your burr grinder and espresso machine to see what works best for you.

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Customise your grind

Take advantage of the programming on the burr grinder. You can save customised doses for each brew method, based on grinding time.

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Look after your beans

For the ultimate taste, you need beans at maximum freshness. Store whole beans carefully in an airtight container to keep them at their best.

Tutorials to follow

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How to use KitchenAid coffee grinder

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