How to make perfect coffee grounds when grinding coffee beans by hand?

Hand-grinding coffee beans is a traditional way of making coffee that allows us to better control the taste and mouthfeel of the coffee. Making perfect coffee grounds is a very important step in the hand-grinding coffee bean process.

First of all, choosing the right grind is the key to making perfect coffee grounds. Different types and brands of coffee beans require different coarse grinds. Generally speaking, for brewing methods such as drip or French press, coarser particles are slightly coarser; for brewing methods such as espresso or Turkish pot, the coffee beans need to be broken up more finely and evenly.

Secondly, it is also very important to maintain steady and even force during the manual grinding process. Use a hand grinder of appropriate size and good quality and place it on a stable and non-slip surface. Then, use a gentle but firm press to operate, maintaining relatively appropriate and continuous force throughout the process.

In addition, time control during the grinding process is also the key to making perfect coffee grounds. Depending on the amount of coffee powder required and the grinding equipment used, it usually takes 1-2 minutes to grind manually. If you want a finer and more evenly broken coffee beans, you can extend the time appropriately; on the contrary, if you want coarser coffee grounds, you can shorten the time appropriately.

Finally, after manual grinding, be sure to clean up all the coffee grounds thoroughly. This will not only keep the equipment and materials clean for the next brew, but also avoid residues inside the machine or elsewhere that may cause odor or contamination.

In short, choosing the right coarseness, applying steady and even force, controlling the time, and thoroughly cleaning the residues are the things you need to pay attention to when making perfect coffee grounds. Only when every step is perfect can you enjoy high-quality coffee with a mellow taste and overflowing aroma.