KRUPS GVX1-14, Burr Grinder
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: KrupsBrand: Krups
Model: GVX1-14
Color: Black
Product features:
- Anti-static bean container with lid holds up to 8 oz of ground coffee, avoids overheating and preserves aroma
- Quantity selector for 2 to 12 cups, fineness selector of 17 different settings
- Auto shut off safety feature
- Constructed of durable black plastic
- Measures 10 by 4-1/2 by 5-1/2 inches; 2-year worldwide limited warranty
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of KRUPS GVX1-14, Burr Grinder
Customer Review: So Far, So Good!!
Summary: 4 Stars
I like to use bold, dark roast oily type espresso beans or flavored beans, which are also very oily. When I bought this machine, I wasn't thinking about that. When looking at other brands here on Amazon, I read reviews where those machines clogged up on oily beans. I panicked, then decided to give it a test run with oily beans right from the start to see how it performed. Here are my observations on first use:
I set the fineness level to about 11 o'clock, then put in enough beans for 6 cups of coffee and pushed the on/off button. The on/off button is rather stiff, so requires some pressure. As I watched the ground beans fall into the collector bin I realized I might just have it set too fine for my Braun Thermal Carafe and permanent filter (both of which work great), but decided to see how much escaped the filter anyway. The grind appeared to be very even with very little dust. As I poked the ground beans with my finger I did discover one piece of chaff (lighter in color than the actual beans) which was slightly larger than the rest of the grind. This may or may not make a difference when making espresso shots, but if I can see it, then it can be removed and it was only one piece.
The sound the machine made as it started up was not very noisy to me...my vacuum cleaner (dyson canister) is much louder. It sounded like it was grinding beans at very high speed, but it wasn't as it took a minute to grind that small amount of beans. Those oily beans did not clog up the machine, at least not on first use. I will report later on larger amounts and how it does over time.
After grinding, I tapped the machine to make sure all the ground beans fell into the collector bin (I read reviews on other machines where static cling made them stick to everything, especially the oilier beans). Very little fell into the collector. Next I took the top of the CERAMIC (I think I prefer this type of grinder to the stainless steel type as I really didn't want any metal pieces grinding off and falling into the grounds) burr grinder off to see what was left down there. I discovered about 6 unground beans, but very little else. I simply dumped that back into my airtight canister of beans. I had no idea how many beans to put into the grinder for 6 cups, so guessed fairly accurately. Then I inspected the burr grinder itself for imbedded grounds and found next to nothing! Impressive! What I brushed off of the top piece of the burr grinder into the sink couldn't be measured and barely seen. I brushed the bottom burr grinder to the center, but didn't see much. After dumping my fresh grind into the coffee filter, I made sure the collector was completely empty. I had to tap it once or twice to get everything out, but there was very little static cling. I hope this doesn't build up over time. Then I brushed out around, but not inside, the hole in the machine where the coffee falls through into the collector. Very little landed on the counter and the hole wasn't plugged at all. All-in-all, what grind landed on the counter could be wiped with one swipe of my dishcloth with no grounds remaining on the counter. Apparently this machine practically cleans itself, but just to be sure, I replaced the collector and hopper lid and set it for the lowest amount of beans it would grind and pushed the on/off button again. Voila!! What came out couldn't be measured! A pinch at most. I don't think this miniscule amount would affect even the most persnickety coffeegeek's palette. I had to manually shut the grinder off because nothing else would come out, even with tipping and tapping, so have to assume it was cleaned out. I will know for sure with time. The on/off button is a very handy feature that is missing on most grinders in this price range.
Now I'm sitting here enjoying my second cup of deliciously fresh ground and brewed coffee. I inspected the bottom of my cup for sediment and found very little, so the grind setting was okay for my permanent filter and my first impression of very little dust was indeed accurate. I even took a flashlight to the bottom of the thermal carafe to see how much sediment was there and what I saw was livable. I think I can eliminate all or most of the dust by setting it to just a slightly coarser grind. I had read somewhere that grinding the beans too fine for a drip machine and permanent filter combo can produce a bitter taste, but I haven't found this to be the case at all, but then again I do buy decent quality beans, unlike my hubby who would buy the cheapest beans out there, is happy with Yuban pre-ground out of the can and drinks it so weak it tastes like slightly flavored hot water. To each his own! That's why we have 2 coffeemakers in the house (my beloved Braun Thermal and a Cuisinart that is so slow to brew it's rediculous...that "thing" takes a full 17 minutes to brew a full pot!).
To end this review, I am, so far, happy with this purchase and its' performance and minimal mess. I did not experience any grounds flying around due to static cling and what remained in the grinder was livable to say the least. This machine is very decent for the dollars spent...at least so far. Someday perhaps I will upgrade to a Mini Mazzer (although I do not like the idea of a doser dictating how much grounds I will use, also comes with its own set of cons and also has a stainless burr grinder) or the Rancilio w/o doser (also with stainless burr grinder). The only downside was getting the grounds measured for my coffee filter, but this is a common problem on any machine. It will definitely take some further experimenting with getting the right amount of beans in the hopper to begin with, then I won't have to measure into a scoop after it's ground. Definitely would recommend this one to anyone who doesn't want to spend big $$ on a coffee grinder.
Description of KRUPS GVX1-14, Burr Grinder
Krups GVX1-14 Burr Grinder, Black. Grinding beans just before brewing ensures the best flavor. The best method of grinding is with a Krups burr grinder which produces a highly controllable texture without overheating the beans, 17 position fineness selectThis smartly designed, finely tunable burr coffee grinder from Krups is built on the premise that good coffee starts with the freshest, most appropriate grind. Equipped with an expert-quality burr milling system, the machine turns out very consistent grounds with minimal heat for the best-tasting coffee. Its coarseness dial offers 17 distinct settings to create precisely the right grind for the occasion, brewing method, and kind of bean. In addition, the quantity dial, ranging from 2 to 12 cups, lets you grind no more coffee than you need, which helps preserve fresh aroma and flavor.
Structurally handsome and easy to use, the grinder features a large transparent bean hopper with a clearly marked "max" line. The grounds container, also transparent, is lidded and removable for tidy transport to the espresso machine or French press. Simple maintenance is also a boon here--the burr removes for easy cleanup and Krups includes a cleaning brush for the hopper. Shiny and matte black with silver accents, the grinder looks dashing on the countertop without drawing excess attention to itself. It stands 10-1/2 by 4-3/4 by 5-3/4 inches and carries a one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard
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