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Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder – Black
A simple, reliable burr grinder that's fine enough for espresso and still grinds for filter.
- 40 grind settings
- 40mm steel conical burrs
- 24g dosing cup
- 54/58mm portafilter fit
£159.95
RRP £159.95
Price includes VAT.
Fresh coffee makes the machine
Our espresso is roasted to order and shipped the same day if you order by noon (Monday to Friday).
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- Manufacturer's guarantee
- Set-up help from coffee roastersOur recipe and grind settings below, plus help by email
Why it's worth it
About the Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder – Black
The Encore ESP is the grinder we recommend most to people starting out with espresso at home. It uses 40mm steel conical burrs and has 40 settings, with finer steps at the espresso end so you can dial in properly, and it still grinds coarser for filter and cafetière.
A dosing cup fits straight onto 54mm and 58mm portafilters, which makes it a perfect partner for the Sage Bambino Plus.
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40
grind settings
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40mm
steel conical burrs
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24g
dosing cup
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54/58mm
portafilter fit
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Made for espresso
Finer steps across the espresso end of the range mean you can make the small adjustments espresso needs, by simply turning the hopper.
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Still does filter
Move up the range for V60, AeroPress and cafetière, so one grinder covers every way you brew.
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Grinds into a dosing cup
The included 24g dosing cup fits 54mm portafilters, with an adapter for 58mm, so grounds go where you want them with less mess.
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Easy to look after
The hopper and top burr lift out for cleaning without tools.
Our honest take
Is it right for you?
Perfect if you're
using an espresso machine without a grinder, like the Sage Bambino Plus, or want one grinder for both espresso and filter at a sensible price.
Look elsewhere if
your espresso machine already has a grinder built in, like the Sage Barista Express, Barista Pro or Oracle Jet.
Freshly ground coffee is the biggest single upgrade you can make at home, and this is the most sensible way to get there. Paired with a Bambino Plus, it makes a brilliant starter setup.
From our roastery
Our Encore ESP settings
Every bag and every machine is a little different, so treat these as a starting point and adjust by taste.
- Espresso
- Start in the middle of the espresso range: 18g in, 34–36g out, 24–26 seconds
- AeroPress
- Medium-fine, towards the coarse end of the espresso range
- V60 and filter
- Medium, in the middle of the filter range
- Cafetière
- Coarse, near the top of the range
Dialling in
- Espresso running fast and sour? Grind finer by one step.
- Espresso running slow and bitter? Grind coarser by one step.
- Grind just before you brew for the most flavour.
- Run the grinder empty when changing between very different settings.
Roasted for espresso
The best coffee for your machine
Every machine is only as good as the beans in it. These are the coffees we'd put in ours.
The detail
Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder – Black specifications
| Burrs | 40mm steel conical burrs |
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| Grind settings | 40, with finer steps across the espresso range |
| Motor | Gear-reduction motor, 550 rpm |
| Grind speed | Approx. 1.5–2.4g per second, depending on setting |
| Bean hopper | Approx. 225g |
| Grounds bin | Approx. 140g |
| Dosing cup | 24g, fits 54mm portafilters (58mm adapter included) |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | Approx. 12 × 16 × 35 cm |
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| Weight | Approx. 3.2kg |
| Colours | Black or white |
| Guarantee | 2-year Baratza manufacturer's guarantee |
What's in the box
- Bean hopper with lid
- Portafilter dosing cup and base
- 58mm dosing cup adapter
- Grounds bin
- Burr cleaning brush
Specifications from the manufacturer. Designs and specifications can change.
Questions we get asked
Baratza Encore ESP Coffee Grinder – Black FAQs
Is the Baratza Encore ESP good for espresso?
Yes. Unlike the original Encore, the ESP has finer steps across the espresso range, so you can make the small adjustments espresso needs on machines like the Sage Bambino Plus.
Can I use it for filter coffee too?
Yes. Higher settings grind for AeroPress, V60, batch brew and cafetière, so it covers every brew method.
Which espresso machines does it work with?
Any machine with a 54mm or 58mm portafilter, using the dosing cup and adapter in the box. It's the grinder we'd pair with the Sage Bambino Plus.
Do I need it if my machine has a grinder?
No. The Sage Barista Express, Barista Pro, Barista Touch Impress and Oracle Jet all have a grinder built in.
How do I clean it?
Brush out the burrs every few weeks, lifting out the hopper and top burr, and avoid oily or flavoured beans, which clog the burrs.
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