There are pros and cons of each of these coffee grinders and it all depends on the type of brew method you use, the precision of grind you desire and your budget. The Sage Espresso Smart Grinder Pro comes with 60 unique settings and maximises the potential of any brew. I can’t remember if I programmed the extraction time when I first configured the EC685, but it is about 30s.

When my Sage Barista eventually gives up (hopefully in many years), I’ll most likely replace it with a Sage Dual Boiler and this Smart Grinder Pro. If you do have a question, the best way to contact me is to comment below, I always respond to comments as quickly as I can.So that's the nutshell review for anyone who was looking for a quick review from someone who has had a lot of experience with this grinder.

Then just put the rest of the beans in air-tight storage (or back in the bag if it has a re-seal strip, but be careful to ensure it's definitely sealed as they can be tricky) make your coffee, and then put the rest of the beans back in the more long term storage. The Baratza Forte for example, the BG version with the stainless steel burrs, is a stonking grinder for manual brew, which I think is fair to say will out-compete the Smart Grinder pro. So I contacted Sage support, they thought I'd broken it too, and they swapped it out, with no delay and no questions asked.Coffee Equipment – If you are looking for coffee equipment, a cappuccino machine, espresso machine or a coffee machine, then you have come to the right company. Hi Kev, I am just getting started out with my first espresso machine the bambino, after reading this review i have decided to go for a Sage grinder also. Warranty: 2-year limited manufacturer's warranty (Please note: Sage products covered by this manufacturer's Guarantee are intended for private household (non-commercial) use only. You'll see a default grind time come up on the display, you can simply adjust this with the grind amount knob, to get your desired dose.

Just getting my first entry Sage espresso machine and will be getting this grinder, after reading this. For example, you get two sizes of portafilter cradle, one for the standard 58mm portafilter size, and one for the Sage 54mm portafilters that you'll find on the Sage Bambino and Bambino Plus for example.

I found this blog and along with Kev’s great articles, videos and a couple of other YT channels have been diving down the home barista warren. At present I use what I believe is termed a blade grinder,which is perfectly adequate for my Bialetti, and french press, but realise that I need something a little more refined for my new machine. I’m not likely to grind for espresso as I much prefer having one out in a cafe, and tend to make mokapot most of the time in the mornings (I like strong coffee lol). Java, Blue Mountain, Columbian or Ethiopian… if it’s a bespoke blend you’re after, the Smart Grinder will precisely measure and freshly grind to your specification.

The fact that you have two sizes of portafilter catered for and a vacuum sealable container, it's amazing, they've thought of everything. At the moment I use pre-ground coffee from a local roasting company, of course in 3 different courses. The grinding time and the grind size can then be accordingly adjusted to extract delicious espresso.It’s a great match for coffee lovers at any stage of their coffee journey, the simplicity of just the two dials helps beginners appreciate what they are actually doing to the coffee beans and the grind adjustment below the hopper will make ex-baristas feel at home. They are quick to get back to you and are really friendly :) I definitely recommend if you'd like to get some good quality coffee delivered at your doorstep. Grind directly into a portafilter or an airtight container using either ‘cups’ for French press or drip coffee or ‘shots’ for espresso to ensure the right dose for the coffee you’re brewing.