Baratza Sette 270 Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

The Perfect Shot Maker!
Finding the perfect espresso grinder that delivers a flawless shot is no easy task, but the Baratza Sette 270 Conical Burr Coffee Grinder has definitely won me over. I brew using a Breville. As a novice coffee enthusiast, I know that a good espresso shot represents the pinnacle of coffee making, and this grinder has truly elevated my coffee experience. I’ve turned into a coffee snob, while still trying to perfect my pulls, and enjoying every try.First and foremost, the Baratza Sette 270 Conical Burr Coffee Grinder understands that precision is key. This attention to detail is evident in the multitude of adjustment options it offers for creating the perfect grind size. A small incremental change can make all the difference in your final pull.When it comes to espresso, consistency is paramount. The Baratza Sette 270 nails this aspect flawlessly. Thanks to its accuracy and consistency, I can rely on it to deliver uniform coffee grounds with every grind.One thing I must highlight is the design. The Baratza Sette 270 is built with quality materials, and its craftsmanship is evident. It is sturdy and durable, fast & efficient, giving me the confidence that it will last for a long time, even with regular use. The sleek design is a great addition to my kitchen countertop, adding a touch of elegance to my coffee corner.The Baratza Sette 270 uses burrs to grind the coffee beans, ensuring a consistent and even grind. This is a crucial factor for espresso enthusiasts as it directly impacts the quality of the final shot.In conclusion, if you are even somewhat serious about brewing the perfect espresso shot, the Baratza Sette 270 Conical Burr Coffee Grinder is the way to go. Its focus on precision, consistency, and quality materials makes it stand out among the sea of grinders available on the market. Say goodbye to uneven coffee grounds and embrace the joy of pulling the perfect shot every time with the 270. It has undoubtedly become an indispensable tool in my coffee-making routine, and I highly recommend it to all fellow coffee enthusiasts out there!

Wonderful Design, Superb Functionality
After using the Sette 270 grinder now for 5 months, I couldn’t be more pleased with the purchase. I most like:1) The sleek looks and small footprint2) The modular design – easy to take apart or replace parts.3) Of course, functionality as a grinder.The grinder was easy to use right out of the box. The quality of the grind is better than prior grinders that I’ve used (though I leave it to better experts than me to assess the size consistency and such). It has plenty of power for my coffee beans. Yes it is noisy but not bothersome to me. The controls are easy to use and settings are secure (won’t accidentally get changed when bumped). I love the hopper design and actually ordered a second one so that I can easily switch between 2 coffee bean selections. My only suggestion is that I would have liked the lid to be a bit more secure.I saw other reviewers mention that errant grounds fly around making a mess. I experience that too with dry beans and it is due to static electricity on the grounds making them fly around. I confirmed that by placing a slightly damp paper towel in the hopper which completely eliminated the phenomenon. Taking inspiration from humidor accessories, I drilled 1/4″ holes in the top of a round plastic container and placed a wet paper towel in it. Works perfectly to keep the beans hydrated but not moist.

Muchos molinos de café son lentos, retienen mucho grano de café, y/o no alcanzan a moler consistentemente con la finura que se requiere para un buen exprés. La Baratza Sette es, en mi experiencia con ella, uno de los pocos molinos de su categoría que sí da resultados relativamente consistentes para molido de exprés si se usa para uso casero y se le instala la rondana especial para molido de exprés (incluida de fábrica). Es un molino relativamente fácil de limpiar.

Have used Baratza Encore for a number of years and been very happy with it. My only niggles were that cleaning was a little fiddly and there was insufficient grind size control at the espresso end of the dial. Essentially I had a choice of 2 settings that worked for my espresso machine with no fine tuning in between. When you first start using the Sette, be prepared for some frustrating results. My experience was that for the first 10 or so grinds, it was grinding way too fine and this was choking my espresso machine. However, Baratza support assured me that a bedding in process was necessary for the burrs to season and they were right, so I persevered with the suggested initial setting of 9E. I weigh my beans to the nearest 0.1 g into the hopper, and press preset 1 which is now fine tuned to exactly the right time to grind those beans. Retention in the burrs is less than 0.1g which I am very happy with. Cleaning is much easier than with the Encore and it is lovely to see how little coffee dust drops out when you do clean with the supplied wire brush. I do not intend to use grinder cleaning product – I prefer to clean manually once a week (or so!). It worked fine on the Encore. Grind speed is very impressive (compared to Encore), less “spitty” and it is a much much nicer looking piece of kit. (I have caught myself stroking it lovingly a couple of times). I now have to decide whether to keep the Encore for French Press grinds (Sette is primarily an espresso grinder but works well for Aeropress and Mokka – my other two favourite methods) or whether to purchase the “swappable” coarser burs which are an optional extra for this grinder. Very happy with my purchase. I am in the coffee anorak camp that believes it is better to spend on a good grinder than a good espresso machine! There is a part of me pining for the 270Wi but it was just too much of a price jump for my limited means.