The quality of coffee doesn't depend solely on the type of beans…
Many excellent cafes lose the flavor of the cup due to a "wrong grind".
That's why choosing the right grind for each brewing tool in the cafe is so important — because it directly affects the quality of extraction, customer satisfaction, and operational efficiency.
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Grinding is the deciding factor between a perfect cup and a wasted one. Properly preparing specialty coffee to achieve optimal results is just as important as choosing the right beans. The grind determines the extraction speed and, consequently, the final result in the cup. Having mentioned grinding, it's crucial to remember that the coffee itself is the primary ingredient that influences both the quality of the grind and the extraction. When the grind is chosen to suit the brewing method, you get:
A balanced flavor with optimal taste or perfect extraction
Sound extraction
Consistent speed and quality in operation
Reduce waste and reprocess
Choose the right grinder according to your tools.
Choosing the right coffee grind for each brewing method ensures optimal results. Different grind sizes are used depending on the brewing method, and the grind can be coarse, fine, or medium as needed. The grind size directly affects water flow and flavor extraction, so careful attention should be paid to selecting the most suitable grind for each brewing method to achieve the best results.
Grinding degree
The finer the grind, the greater the surface area for interaction between the water and the coffee.
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A coarse grind requires more time, while a fine grind requires less. Using a fine grind required a shorter extraction time to prevent unwanted bitterness, while a coarse grind required more time to achieve a balanced flavor.
The grinding must be consistent , so that part of the coffee is not over-extracted and part is under-extracted.
Fine grinding and coarse grinding: what's the difference?
The difference between fine grinding and coarse grinding in coffee makes a big difference in taste and flavor.
A fine grind produces a powder-like coffee grounds, often used for espresso or Turkish coffee, where the water passes through at high speed, extracting the flavors quickly and intensely. A coarse grind, on the other hand, produces larger, peppercorn-like granules and is used in slower brewing methods like French press or cold brew, where the water needs more time to pass through the beans and extract the flavors more evenly.
Choosing the right grind size depends on the type of coffee you want to brew and the brewing method you use. The finer the grind, the faster the extraction, while the coarser the grind, the slower and more even the extraction. Therefore, knowing the difference between fine and coarse grinds helps you choose the perfect size for a cup of coffee that suits your taste.
What happens if I order the wrong grind?
Using an unsuitable grind size directly affects the quality of the coffee, as coffee ground incompatible with the brewing tool leads to unsatisfactory results in flavor and extraction.
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A coarse grind on a fast grinder? A bland or sour flavor?
Fine grinding on a slow machine? Bitter taste, clogged filter, longer brewing time
Consistent grind = smooth operation + consistent beverage quality
How can we help you choose the right thing?
At Mard, we grind according to the brewing equipment you use in your cafe, and we help you choose the best one based on the type of machine or system:
- Grinding options are available upon request.
- Technical support to help you choose the right option for each branch
- Precision mills ensure consistent grinding in every bag
- You can request custom grinding for multiple tools in the same order.
Smart supply solutions
Order now from Mard, or contact us for the most suitable grinding recommendation for your cafe tools.
Our sales team is ready to help you improve the quality of your operation from the very first bag of beans.
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