The Moccamaster KM5 Burr Grinder contains a powerful, direct-drive motor that grinds coffee quickly and efficiently, and its static-reducing dispensing spout creates a mess-free grinding experience. The step-less knob allows for the finest adjustment of the 50 mm flat steel burrs, providing a precise, uniform grind at the exact size you need for a range of brewing methods. One of the few grinders certified by the European Coffee Brewing Centre, the quality and uniformity of the grind is guaranteed for perfect extraction.
For brewing on a Moccamaster coffee brewer, the ECBC-approved setting is 5, although you may find your ideal grind to be somewhere in the range of 4-6. We recommend a medium-coarse grind, which should look like rough sand or coarse sea salt.
How often do I need to replace the burrs?
Your coffee grinder's burrs are built to last! On average, they can grind up to 550 lbs of coffee beans before needing to be changed. If you make a daily 40-ounce carafe of coffee using the recommended formula of 69 grams per 40 oz, that's about 55 lbs of coffee per year, meaning your burrs should last for ten years or more.
Is the KM5 good for grinding espresso?
The KM5 has been expertly crafted for coffee brewing. It offers a range of grind sizes, allowing you to achieve the perfect grind for a variety
of brewing methods, from the medium-fine grind required for Aeropress to the coarse grind necessary for cold brew. However, it is important to
note that the KM5 is not designed for espresso grinding and may not produce the very fine particulate size required for that method.
