Bodum BISTRO Electric Burr Grinder adds a colorful yet functional item to the impressive collectioin of housewares BODUM launched this year including the FYRKAT Charcoal Picnic Grill and the ETTORE Electric WaterKettle. The coffee beans are crushed between conical burrs rather than chopping them which helps the coffee to maintain its characteristic taste and aroma much better. By twisting the upper bean container, the variable grind settings can be adjusted froma coarse French Press setting all the way down to a fine ground for espresso. The BISTRO grinder comes with a static-free borosilicate glass PRESSO container that nestles into the base of the unit to collect ground coffee during use. The part also features a non-slip silicone band for secure handling. The unit will retail for US $99.99 and will be available in many of the dynamic primary and secondary colors in the BODUM line including green, orange, yellow, purple, black and white.
For traditionalists who prefer a blade grinder, BODUM has a very affordable BISTRO Blade Grinder that uses a stainless steel blade to the cut the coffee beans quickly and efficiently. The transparent lid allows you to see the coarseness of the coffee while grinding. The unit will retail for US $29.95.
A great low-tech option is the Kyocera Ceramic Coffee Grinder which features a ceramic grinding mechanism that will not alter the flavor of the coffee grinds. The grinding mechanism is made from an advanced ceramic that is close in hardness to the Diamond (10 on the Mohs scale), that is also rust-proof. The grind adjustment allows for fine to coarse grinds with a non-slip base. The glass container is resuable and dishwasher safe.Teh unit can store up to 100g of ground coffee and is dishwasher safe.
