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Color | Black |
Brand | Baratza |
Style | Modern |
Product Dimensions | 5.91"L x 5.12"W x 13.39"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Grinding |
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- 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.
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Color | Black |
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Brand | Baratza |
Style | Modern |
Product Dimensions | 5.91"L x 5.12"W x 13.39"H |
Recommended Uses For Product | Grinding |
Specific Uses For Product | Grinding for various brewing methods |
Voltage | 120 Volts |
Manufacturer | Baratza |
UPC | 838823000088 |
Item Weight | 5.56 pounds |
Department | unisex |
ASIN | B0BW272XCV |
Country of Origin | China |
Item model number | ZCG495-120V |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #16,937 in Home & Kitchen (See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen) #6 in Burr Coffee Grinders |
Date First Available | February 16, 2023 |
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Customers appreciate the electric food mill grinder for its consistent grind quality and value for money. They find it works well for espresso makers and regular grinding. The conical burrs deliver a fine, flavorful grind that keeps coffee flavorful. Many consider it a good value for the price. The machine has 20 adjustable grind settings for espresso coffee. Customers also appreciate the build quality and ease of use. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the noise level and design.
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Customers are satisfied with the grind quality of the coffee grinder. They find it easy to adjust and quiet. The conical burrs provide a consistent grind that keeps their coffee flavorful. The grinder is compact but easily capable of grinding anywhere from a single dose of grounds to a full pot. The recommended settings for grinding are very close to perfect for them, and the espresso grind looks fine.
"...designed for grinding fine for expresso but can also handle regular grinding with ease)..." Read more
"...The conical burrs deliver a consistent grind that keeps your coffee flavorful, and its sleek black design fits nicely into any kitchen setup..." Read more
"...of small adjustments for espresso are great, and the ability to jump into coarse grinds for filter coffee is also nice to have...." Read more
"...Espresso taste is consistent with a good grind quality. It is easy to use. Design is good except noise & static...." Read more
Customers like the electric food mill grinder. It works well for them, producing consistent results and grinding quickly and reliably. They find it suitable for regular pour-over or French press coffee as well as espresso and drip roasts. The full-size catch container works great, but when using the smaller espresso shot glass-sized one.
"...Definitely a no nonsense tool for its purpose...." Read more
"...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!..." Read more
"...It's perfect for espresso, delivering a consistent grind that really elevates my morning shot...." Read more
"...In that regard, the Encore ESP works great. It is easy to make grind adjustments and the grinder can easily grind fine enough for espresso...." Read more
Customers like the value for money of the electric food mill grinder. They say it offers a fairly fine adjustment and is worth the buy.
"...✅ Consistent, flavorful grinds ✅ Compact, sleek design ✅ Affordable and durable Cons: ❌ Kinda loud (~85 db)..." Read more
"Overall, this is a great grinder for the $200 price point!..." Read more
"...This thing packs a punch for its price point – it's surprisingly affordable yet grinds with the power you'd expect from a more expensive model...." Read more
"Great for the price. But ... not perfect. The little cup is small and the grinds don't always make it into it." Read more
Customers appreciate the adjustable grind settings of the electric food mill grinder. They find it easy to adjust the espresso and grinding settings, with 20 settings for espresso coffee grind size. The dial to finely tune the grind is simple to use, and the ability to jump into coarse grinds is great. The grinder has 40 grind settings that can handle everything from espresso to French press coffee. The grind sizes are very consistent, and the fresh ground coffee smell is appreciated.
"...Easy to adjust the expresso and grinding settings and is smaller and prettier than I expected on my countertop...." Read more
"...With 40 grind settings, it can handle everything from espresso to French press like a pro...." Read more
"...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...." Read more
"...It does have some static. But there is a great variety of grind size options and I pulled great shots every time...." Read more
Customers appreciate the grinder's build quality. They find it well-made, substantial, and reliable. The motor is strong, and it doesn't feel cheap at all. It will help with longevity and allow you to make good quality espresso.
"Very well made (motor is strong) and is my daily work horse. Love it! Don’t worry about noise as the level is really not loud. Yes...." Read more
"...✅ Compact, sleek design ✅ Affordable and durable Cons: ❌ Kinda loud (~85 db) ❌ Some static in the grounds container" Read more
"...This will definitely help with longevity. The Bad I've got two main complaints about this grinder: -..." Read more
"...It looks incredible, it's doesn't feel cheap or look cheap. However, there WILL be grind dust...." Read more
Customers find the electric food mill grinder easy to use and adjust for their preferences. It's simple to assemble with the instructions and clean. The grinding process is simpler, with easy adjustments and better-made parts that are accessible and perfect for their workflow.
"...It's easy to use and great for espresso lovers, though the grind adjustment could be more intuitive...." Read more
"...Getting this grinder over the original is worth the $50. - Super easy adjustments - The first 20 steps are very small and are meant for dialing..." Read more
"...Espresso taste is consistent with a good grind quality. It is easy to use. Design is good except noise & static...." Read more
"...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...." Read more
Customers have different views on the noise level of the electric food mill grinder. Some find it quieter than expected and ergonomically sound, while others say it's a little noisy.
"...The motor has a less irritating sound when running and even during grinding, it seemed less loud and annoying than the old Encore...." Read more
"...Yes. It makes a grinding noise but no more that one would expect from the sound of coffee beans being crushed for 10 seconds!..." Read more
"...I find the Encore ESP to be quieter...." Read more
"...The only negative aspect I have for this grinder is the noise - but overall, it’s a solid, reliable grinder for its price. ☕️ Pros:..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the grinder's design. Some find it visually appealing and appreciate the white color, which contrasts nicely with their espresso machine. Others feel it's poorly designed, of poor quality, and a cheap toy.
"...took it apart cause the screw on teh top broke which is a bit of a design flaw, but since they didn't charge me anything, I say, Hey, Baratza is..." Read more
"...Easy to adjust the expresso and grinding settings and is smaller and prettier than I expected on my countertop...." Read more
"Great for the price. But ... not perfect. The little cup is small and the grinds don't always make it into it." Read more
"...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!)...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2025Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseVery well made (motor is strong) and is my daily work horse. Love it! Don’t worry about noise as the level is really not loud. Yes. It makes a grinding noise but no more that one would expect from the sound of coffee beans being crushed for 10 seconds! Easy to adjust the expresso and grinding settings and is smaller and prettier than I expected on my countertop. Definitely a no nonsense tool for its purpose. The plastic top jiggles a tiny bit but maybe designed to do so to make sure all beans go down into the grinder. Get this dedicated grinder (which is specifically designed for grinding fine for expresso but can also handle regular grinding with ease) rather than a lesser-quality grinder that is built in to an expresso machine.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2024Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseThe media could not be loaded.
Pros:
✅ 40 grind settings for all brewing styles
✅ Consistent, flavorful grinds
✅ Compact, sleek design
✅ Affordable and durable
Cons:
❌ Kinda loud (~85 db)
❌ Some static in the grounds container
- Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2023Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseOverall, 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 Upgrades
Getting 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 Bad
I'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.
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 Upgrades
Getting 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 Bad
I'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.
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- Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2024Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: WhiteVerified PurchaseIt 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.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseThis 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!
5.0 out of 5 starsThis 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.Finely Tuned Grinding Bliss
Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2024
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!
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- Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2025Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseI recently picked up the Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder in black (model ZCG495BLK), and I must say, I'm thoroughly impressed. This thing packs a punch for its price point – it's surprisingly affordable yet grinds with the power you'd expect from a more expensive model. It's perfect for espresso, delivering a consistent grind that really elevates my morning shot. Plus, it's compact, so it doesn't hog counter space, and the design keeps things clean with no mess to clean up afterwards. All in all, if you're looking for quality without breaking the bank, this grinder is a solid choice
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Adrian MoralesReviewed in Mexico on January 31, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente Molino
Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseMuy buen molino para una Breville Bambino va muy bien, amplios ajustes de molienda muy buenos para espresso
- NickReviewed in Canada on January 19, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality grinder
Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseBought the ESP because of its ability to grind for espresso as well as pour over. Paid a little more to dial in my choice of grind. Noise is quite acceptable and grind quality excellent. Makes a huge difference in taste.
- Gabriela LealReviewed in Canada on October 29, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Great product
Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseWorth 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
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G. AvelarReviewed in Mexico on April 7, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente molino, aunque tiene algunos inconvenientes…
Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseBuen 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 mí ni me molesta), pero sí algo más que otros molinos “premium”.
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 podría 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 teoría, 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 mínima (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 “no tan caro” tendría 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 serían mejores opciones.
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SilverioReviewed in Mexico on January 16, 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Mejoró el sabor de mi café
Size: 14.5cm x 14.5cm x 33.5cmColor: BlackVerified PurchaseCompré este Molina, específicamente para preparar filtrados, y debo admitir que he utilizado el último año por viajes un molino económico y en comparación, así como con un Cunill Tron que tengo; este resalta muchísimo el dulzor del café de una forma
Sorpréndete! La retención es mínima u para unidosis está perfecto! He visto reseñas de otros molinos de muchas marcas pero sin duda este tenía las mejores referencias en muchos aspectos.