In general, it's hard to make good espresso without a solid grinder. The Baratza Encore has been one of the best entry-level filter grinders for awhile, but this model also grinds for espresso. That makes it perhaps the best all-round electric grinder for less than £300.
If you buy this machine from us, you're supporting Skylark's mission to explore how "good" coffee can be for everyone involved AND you'll get a one-month coffee subscription for free — that's 2 x 250g bags of coffee. (Once the machine is purchased, we'll email you to sort out your subscription.) We're pretty sure that's the best deal around for value and quality combined and it's our way of making sure you have some excellent coffee with which to put your new machine to the test. If you need some barista training to go with it, check out our partner project, Pro Baristas.
To adjust the grind on this machine (a crucial step for great coffee) you don't need to choose between "clicks" — the adjustments are smooth and stepless. There's an anti-static feature to keep grinds from spraying everywhere and a built-in timer as well. In short, this machine is great value.
- 40mm conical burrs removable by quick release (no tools)
- Burr speed: 550rpm
- Dimensions: 13 x 15 x 34 cm, 3.84kg
- Single dose mode (can use without a hopper) or timer mode
- Grinds from 1.3g to 2.2g per second
- Capacity: Bean hopper 300g, single-dose chamber 45g, grounds bin 120g
- Body: Anodised zinc and durable ABS
- Power requirements: 220-240VAC 50/60 Hz, 70W 0.8A Classe II
- Two-year manufacturer's warranty
