Tall Ceramic Burr Hand Grinder

Freshly ground coffee tastes better. This is the easiest way to get there.

Coffee starts going stale the moment it's ground. Buying pre-ground is convenient, but brewing with freshly ground beans makes a real difference to what ends up in the cup — more flavour, more aroma, more of what makes a good coffee worth drinking.

This hand grinder uses ceramic burrs, which grind the coffee evenly and consistently rather than smashing it unevenly like a blade grinder does. That consistency makes a real difference to what ends up in the cup — you get more of the flavour that's already in the beans. The grind size is adjustable, so you can use it for everything from a fine espresso grind to a coarser cafetière grind — one grinder that works across the whole range.

Hand grinders are quieter than electric ones, require no plug socket, and are easy to clean. Compact enough to fit in a kitchen drawer or take away with you.

The details

Burrs: Ceramic — adjustable grind size 

Compatible with: Espresso, V60, Clever Dripper, French press, moka pot

Power: Manual — no electricity needed

Capacity: Suitable for 1–2 cups per grind

Good if you… want to start grinding your own coffee at home without committing to a large electric grinder. A straightforward upgrade that makes a noticeable difference to the flavour in the cup.

If you're grinding for a V60 or Clever Dripper, aim for a medium-fine grind — roughly the texture of table salt. For a French press, go coarser. For espresso, go fine. The grind adjuster on the handle lets you dial between them.