If you only upgrade one thing, make it the grinder. A consistent burr grind unlocks more flavour than almost any machine change, because uneven grounds extract unevenly.
For filter, pour-over and French press at home, the pick below is a proven workhorse that is also easy to repair.
- 17.6/10
GrinderBudget · approx $170Baratza Encore
Consistent for the price and famously repairable with off-the-shelf parts.
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