1. Ceramic grinders are in vogue now. Research indicates that ceramic produces a more consistent grind with absolutely no alteration in flavor. Metal grinders do not have the same inert quality as ceramic, and therefore can alter the flavor of your beans.
2. Ceramic grinders usually produce less noise than the more traditional metal-component grinders. If this is an important facet of your coffee production, you may want to make the investment.
3. Regardless of the kind of grinder you get, never adjust the grind settings when the machine is powered off. The resulting condition requires a thorough manual cleaning to get back to optimum quality.
4. Changing the settings during grinding is even worse, as it may cause a complete breakdown or the production of only coarse grounds.
5. Take note of any heat transfer that occurs from the mechanics of your grinder to the beans themselves. Excessive heat can cause a loss of flavor and quality.
6. Don't skimp on this coffee accessory. The grind is widely considered to be the most important step in any kind of coffee brewing.
7. A combination grinder, doser, and tamper is an excellent choice for minimizing the amount of space used up by your coffee gear.
