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HappyHippo
Nov 19, 2003
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VelociBacon posted:

http://www.redroostertradingcompany.com/shop/camano-coffee-mill-3/

I use this one. It's adjustable for different size grinds. You really don't want a blade grinder for a french press because the ground won't be uniform enough.

I like grinding my own coffee because it makes me feel like I'm earning the drink but I'm sure any $15 electric burr grinder you can find at a shopping mall will work fine.

You aren't going to find a $15 electric burr grinder. If you mean those whirling blade grinders, they're not good for french press (or coffee in general, but especially french press) - they generate a lot of fine particles that will come through the filter and leave sludge in the cup. You'll always be dealing with some sludge but blade grinders make it worse. A good burr grinder produces a more consistent grind size.

Anyway the best place to ask about coffee grinders is the dedicated coffee thread. The cheapest worthwhile coffee grinders are usually hand powered burr grinders.

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HappyHippo
Nov 19, 2003
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VelociBacon posted:

Yeah I elaborated on the ground size issue in my post but fair enough I didn't know how much the electric ones cost.

Oh look at that. I should read more closely.

Yeah from what I've seen anyway there are no electric burr grinders in that price range. I think it's because burr grinding requires a low-RPM/high-torque motor which isn't easy to make cheaply and/or requires gears, but I'm not sure.

HappyHippo
Nov 19, 2003
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Naylenas posted:

The Rubbermaid produce saver containers are markedly cheaper then OXO's, but they have great reviews. Anyone try those?

I have one (you're talking about this right?), it's nothing magical but veggies keep better in it than just a standard container.

HappyHippo
Nov 19, 2003
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Microplane started off as a woodworking tool before they found out people were using them for food. Maybe someone told them they were great for callouses.

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