Posted Sun Jan 16, 2011, 10:48am Subject: Bodum Bistro burr grinder
It doesn't look like anybody has posted a review for this new grinder, so I thought I'd post a quick review. I've only had the grinder for about a week. I could have bought the tried and true Baratza Maestro but I'm too much of a rebel. I'm very pleased with the quality and consistency of the grind so far. The biggest issue I have is the spiraling chute leading from the burrs to the glass grinds chamber. After every grind, some coffee remains in the chute. I'm guessing this is a problem with all consumer grinders (except maybe the KitchenAid Proline). A couple firm taps at the back of the grinder unlodges the grinds, so it's just a minor annoyance. I haven't tried a french press grind yet. I don't think it will grind very coarse.
Pros: Looks nice on counter Quality grind Glass chamber to reduce static cling Can grind directly into filter
Cons: Chute clogs with coffee grounds Unproven product (questionable reliability) Manual says to only grind for 20 seconds every 5 minutes (heat issues?)
Posted Sun Jan 16, 2011, 10:49am Subject: Re: Bodum Bistro burr grinder
Just a heads up, this should be in the consumer reviews section of the site.
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Thanks for the info. I am currently looking at either this one or the Maestro. A friend of mine has told me that he had a tough time getting the knob on his Maestro repaired, and he believes the burrs in the bistro are of a higher quality. Can you comment on any comparisons you made between the two?
Also, we should see about getting this into the reviews section of the site, because as far as I can tell the only Bodum grinder category which exists is for the Antigua.
I've never posted to the consumer review section so I'll have to figure that out. I've never worked with a Maestro so I can't do a direct comparison. I did take some macro pictures of the burrs though, so hopefully that will help. I'm going to take some pictures of the grind also.
Thanks for the info. I am currently looking at either this one or the Maestro. A friend of mine has told me that he had a tough time getting the knob on his Maestro repaired, and he believes the burrs in the bistro are of a higher quality. Can you comment on any comparisons you made between the two?
Also, we should see about getting this into the reviews section of the site, because as far as I can tell the only Bodum grinder category which exists is for the Antigua.
Hello to everyone ! and great site by the way! (this is my first post)
rwgamer thank you for the review on Bodum Bristo grinder.
I'm trying to decide on a grinder, and find it very difficult!!
I am considering purchasing this grinder (Bodum Bistro), which seems excellent in all other aspects except grinding for espresso! However, I want an espresso-grinder! :-(
I have not found any detailed review on the internet, referring to espresso capability of this grinder. Just some "comments" that this grinder is no good for espresso but also some others that say it is good for espresso!
It is my understanding that all sub-100$ grinders suck for espresso, including previous Bodum model Antigua. However many cheap-burr grinders can be modified to produce finer grains. That is the case with Antigua hence I assume that the same principle applies on Bristo ? (can you please confirm, instructions are here, but I'm sure more details can be found in other places as well) http://www.kwilson.fsnet.co.uk/grinder_tweaks.htm
So I assume that once modifying this grinder, it will produce decent ground for espresso, even though people complain for its espresso capability. Any Bodum Antigua/Bistro owners experimenting with espresso ? What do you think ??
I understand that "particle consistency" and "too much fine/dust" will not be improved by this mod, but isn't this a problem with most cheap-grinders ??
For the time, I am using a cheap hand grinder with ceramic burr, which I have improved the "stability" of inner burr, and I get "ok" espresso shots with it. (using a cheap espresso home machine with pressurized pf)
I am hoping to improve my espresso with a sub-100$ electric grinder. Do I have any changes ? :-)
Some claim good results grinding for espresso with the Capresso Infinity (available in the USA for less than $100). I posted some burr comparison pictures in this thread: "Sub-$100 Conical Burr Grinders" - they might help you see what these sub $100 machines offer where the metal meets the bean. Good luck!
I chew coffee beans with my teeth while gargling with 195 F water to enjoy coffee. What is this "coffee brewing" device you speak of?
Unfortunately I live in Greece, Europe, so most of the US brands do not exist here, and shipping-from-US cost it about half the price of the product, hence not worth it. Therefore my options are "international" brands only, that I can find in Greece, or Europe where shipping cost is reasonable.
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