introduction:
No matter how excellent your beans are and how professional your preparation method is, if the grinding is wrong... the result will not be satisfactory.
The grind is the deciding factor in extraction, and it determines whether the coffee comes out light, bitter, or balanced.
In this article, we'll learn about the types of grinders suitable for each tool, and how to adjust them to achieve the best taste.
1. What is meant by “tahna”?
Grind is the degree of fineness or coarseness of the coffee after grinding.
Each brewing method requires a different grind to achieve optimal extraction.
2. Basic types of mills:
- Very coarse grind:
- resembles grains of rock salt
- → Suitable for preparing cold brew
- Coarse grind:
- resembles coarse sugar
- → Suitable for preparing French Press
- Medium-coarse grind:
- Between coarse and fine sugar
- → Suitable for preparing Chemex
- Medium grind:
- like beach sand
- → Suitable for preparing V60 or Clever
- Fine grind:
- like powdered sugar
- → Suitable for preparing espresso
- Very fine grind:
- like flour
- → Suitable for Turkish Coffee
3. How does the grind affect the flavor?
- Coarse grind with extra:
- Under-extraction → Mild, watery taste
- Fine grind with extra:
- Over-extraction → Bitter and strong taste
✅ Solution: Adjust the grinder according to the tool and monitor the extraction time.
4. How do you know if the mill is suitable?
- Is the coffee coming down too quickly? Is the grind too coarse?
- Is the coffee coming in slowly or not at all? The grind is too fine.
- The taste is balanced and the timing is right? The grind is just right.
Use a timer and scale to replicate perfect results.
5. Best practices for grinding coffee:
- Use a hand or electric grinder with conical burrs.
- Grind just before preparing to preserve the flavor.
- Clean the grinder regularly from coffee residue.
- Record your preferred settings for each grain type and tool.
✅ Conclusion:
Grinding is an art and an experiment.
Experiment, adjust, and note down your notes with each cup, and over time you'll find the perfect grind for your taste and tool.
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