Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder ZCG495WHT, White
$199.95
Price: $199.95
(as of Jan 08, 2025 16:57:06 UTC – Details)
Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder ZCG495WHT, White
SPECIALTY COFFEE ASSOCIATION AWARD-WINNING GRINDERS – Baratza grinders are preferred by coffee professionals and tops the list of review sites like Wirecutter.
DUAL-RANGE ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM – This innovative multi-purpose adjustment mechanism features micro-steps from #1-20 for high resolution espresso grinding, and macro-steps from #21-40 suitable for filter brewing methods.
USER FRIENDLY – Fresh coffee is as simple as a single-handed hopper twist for grind size adjustment, then a push of the front-mounted pulse button, or a turn of the ON/OFF switch.
QUICK-RELEASE BURR – The burr mounting system has been redesigned to allow for quick removal without taking the entire grinder apart. That means it’s easier than ever to clean and maintain the Encore ESP without the need for extra tools.
WARRANTY/QUALITY PARTS – Engineered with 40mm hardened alloy steel burrs manufactured in Liechtenstein, Europe, plus a powerful DC motor. This combination creates a consistent grind and durability to ensure the longevity users have come to expect from the Baratza brand. The Encore ESP is backed by Baratza’s world class support and warranty.
Customers say
Customers appreciate the electric food mill grinder for its fine grind quality and adjustable grind size. They find it works well for espresso and is great value for money. The full-size catch container works great, and customers like how easy it is to use. However, some have mixed opinions on the build quality, noise level, and ease of cleaning.
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ahatzz11 –
Great grinder for $200
Overall, this is a great grinder for the $200 price point! It is awesome to see companies get closer to the budget range for well built espresso grinders. The 20 steps of small adjustments for espresso are great, and the ability to jump into coarse grinds for filter coffee is also nice to have. It definitely isn’t amazing at any particular thing, but it does a good job across the board for those looking to get into grinding their own beans!The Good & Notable UpgradesGetting this grinder over the original is worth the $50.- Super easy adjustments – The first 20 steps are very small and are meant for dialing in espresso. Once you hit step 21, the thread changes and each step becomes larger which allows for a lot of options between 21-40. Twisting the bean hopper to change grind size is super great.- Single-dose cup – The included single dose cup as well as the full bin is a nice touch.- Easy cleaning – This version allows the entire burr set to be removed for cleaning, which is a major improvement over the original where the bottom burr could only be removed if you tore most of the grinder apart. This will definitely help with longevity.The BadI’ve got two main complaints about this grinder:- Noise – True to the Baratza name, this grinder is very loud. Those who live with you will definitely know you’re making coffee.- Retention – This grinder has a notable amount of retention on the first grind, I measured ~0.7g of the bean I was using. This isn’t a huge issue on its own, but I’ve found it can end up causing grounds to fall out and make a mess. I’ve gotten used to rocking the unit back and forth a couple times which helps, but I still seem to end up with grounds on the bottom quite often. I’ve found that the 3rd party single dose hopper with the bellow (~$40) almost completely solves for this issue.
Tyler –
Best Grinder for Beginner to Intermediate (at-home) Baristas!
The Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder is a fantastic pick for anyone looking to up their coffee game without breaking the bank. With 40 grind settings, it can handle everything from espresso to French press like a pro. The conical burrs deliver a consistent grind that keeps your coffee flavorful, and its sleek black design fits nicely into any kitchen setup (even mine that’s super cramped!). It’s easy to use and great for espresso lovers, though the grind adjustment could be more intuitive. The only negative aspect I have for this grinder is the noise – but overall, itâs a solid, reliable grinder for its price. âï¸Pros:â 40 grind settings for all brewing stylesâ Consistent, flavorful grindsâ Compact, sleek designâ Affordable and durableCons:â Kinda loud (~85 db)â Some static in the grounds container
Dieter –
Great entry level grinder
This grinder is great for the price! And if you can find it on sale then even better! Even tho it is relatively cheap in comparison to more high end grinders, it does the job exceptionally well. Grind size is a number between 1-30, 10-13 is great for espresso and 30 is best, IMO, for cold brew or pour over.It’s not too loud, the sound disapates after 5 feet or so, assembly is super easy with the instructions, and it’s easy to clean. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a great quality grinder
Munbrobear –
Finely Tuned Grinding Bliss
This is my first real grinder, and I couldn’t be happier. I’ve had the product for several months now and feel it appropriate to leave a review.Initially I was torn initially between the Fellow Opus and this one, but after dozens of hours of research and internal debate, due to customer service and ease of cleaning, disassembly, reassembly, I chose this Baratza.The grinding process has never been simpler, as I’ve dialed in the grind for my homemade pour overs and all it entails now is measuring the grams, pouring the beans in, turning it on, and wallah. The grind is very quick, and it’s easy to tell when the grind is done. I get the same grind each time, so it is consistent. It looks incredible, it’s doesn’t feel cheap or look cheap.However, there WILL be grind dust. I purchased a push bellow to hold the lid so I can clear debris from the chute, and that increases longevity. This, coupled with the natural grind dust means it requires some minor cleaning after each use, mainly the area around the machine.That doesn’t diminish from its quality, however.There is static on the catchment container but I find it I grind ahead of time and don’t immediately dump into the pour over, it dissipates. Typically I’ll start my boil first, measure out the beans, grind, pull the catchment and set it beside my pour over system, then wait for the water to come to temp, wet the filter, and the static has dissipated by then.Altogether, if I had to go back and choose an entry-level grinder all over again, it would be this one.I don’t do espresso, even. But eventually intend to. This will be a machine to serve for years to come!
Emirhan Uzun –
Great reasonably priced grinder
It is a little noisy. It does have some static. But there is a great variety of grind size options and I pulled great shots every time. Espresso taste is consistent with a good grind quality. It is easy to use. Design is good except noise & static. Sometimes it makes a little bit of mess.
Gabriela Leal –
Worth every penny. I’m really happy with this purchase. I’ve been using it to grind coffee beans for espresso shots and it’s high quality
G. Avelar –
Buen molino. La construcción se siente sólida y elegante, tanto del molino como de los accesorios que incluye. Muele muy bien el café (para mis necesidades no muy exigentes), y el mismo queda homogéneo y tan fino como se espera. Fácil de desarmar para poder limpiar las principales partes del mismo. La cantidad de ajustes que tiene para la medida del molido son más que suficientes para poder adaptarse a una variedad de granos de distinta calidad, o los gustos personales de muchas personas.Algunos inconvenientes menores del mismo, son:1) Es un poco ruidoso. No tanto como algunas reseñas lo hacen ver (a mà ni me molesta), pero sà algo más que otros molinos âpremiumâ.2) Antes resaltaba que es fácil de desarmar para poder limpiarlo, sin embargo, eso no evita un pequeño problema. Una pequeña cantidad de restos de café molido pueden quedar atrapados en algunas partes del interior del molino, y esas no son tan fáciles de limpiar. Algunas personas utilizan un soplador de aire o una aspiradora para removerlas. Otra opción podrÃa ser desarmar casi por completo el molino, para exponer y limpiar dichas partes con facilidad. Como la cantidad de restos es muy pequeña, no creo que causen problemas, siempre y cuando las partes removibles se limpien muy bien, y con cierta frecuencia según el uso.3) Desde el primer uso noté que el molino no estaba bien calibrado, pues las marcas de los ajustes grabadas en el molino no quedaban del todo alineadas con la marca de selección de dicho ajuste. En teorÃa, es normal que se descalibre con el tiempo, pero me sorprende que de fábrica ya tenga ese problema (o quizá tuve mala suerte en recibir una unidad defectuosa en ese aspecto). De cualquier modo, parece ser que la unidad se puede recalibrar con relativa facilidad (la propia Baratza tiene algún video al respecto), aunque por ahora no lo he hecho porque, para mis necesidades, la falta de calibración actual es mÃnima (prácticamente no se nota) y no afecta el desempeño general del molino ni la calidad del café molido.Como todos los inconvenientes son menores, y considerando que ya esperaba que un molino âno tan caroâ tendrÃa imperfecciones, mantengo la calificación de 5 estrellas. Pero claro, si tienes el presupuesto y/o una exigencia por un molido muy superior, hay otros molinos que seguro serÃan mejores opciones.
Miguel –
Me parece excelente producto por su costo, materiales y sobre todo el molido del café. Lo recomiendo 100%
Angel Fernando Avilés López –
Entre los principales molinos “económicos” (fellow opus, breville smart grinder pro y baratza encore esp ), para mi el breville smart grinder pro resultó ser un total fiasco, y le di una oportunidad a este, perdà la función de dosificación lo cual es como si no perdiera nada pues el Breville se atascada a cada rato en moliendas finas para espresso, este molino casi que obligatoriamente es para usarse como monodosis, pero muele todo lo que le ponga, nunca se me ha atascado y la molienda que saca aun sin estar en el mÃnimo es sustancialmente mas fina y da mejor resultado que el breville por mucho, es simplemente excelente, puedes irte a una maquina de espresso doméstica de cualquier rango de precio y este molino te va a sacar el trabajo, también sirve para casi cualquier método, no hago cold brew pero si prensa y en general es bueno para todo, pero eso lo puede hacer hasta el breville, este molino brilla especialmente para espresso, además la calidad es demasiado robusta a comparación de otro molinos que he tenido antes, no le he podido encontrar defecto alguno para lo que yo lo ocupo.
Omar Guillermo –
Compré este molino para usar junto a una máquina de espresso. El molino funciona muy rápido, y da buenos resultados. En el manual se te indica el grado de molido recomendado para cada método. Por ejemplo 15 para espresso, 28 para goteo, y 32 para prensa francesa. En todos estos molidos el resultado fue bueno y muy rico.El mantenimiento ha sido sencillo hasta ahora, pero Baratza proporciona muchas guÃas en su sitio para mostrarte cómo se hace correctamente.Molino muy recomendado para amantes del café y que les gusta experimentar. Eso sÃ, necesita estar supervisado ya que no se detiene automáticamente y para algunas personas podrÃa ser algo ruidoso.