Why the Grind Matters: Unlocking the Flavour in Every Cup
Getting the grind right is one of the most important — and most overlooked — steps in brewing great coffee. Here’s why it matters, and how to get it right for your favourite brew method.
What Does Grinding Do?
- Coffee beans = flavour locked in. Whole beans have limited surface area for water to extract flavour.
- Grinding increases surface area. One gram of espresso-ground coffee can have up to 82,000 particles!
- More surface area = more efficient extraction of coffee solubles = better flavour in your cup.
Why the Grind Size Must Match the Brew Method
Different brewing methods need different grind sizes for optimal extraction:
- French Press / Plunger → Coarse grind
- Espresso Machine → Fine grind
- Turkish Coffee / Ibrik → Extra fine grind
- Using the wrong grind = bad extraction = bitter or bland coffee.
Beware the “Universal Grind”
- One-size-fits-all” grinds (like supermarket blends) don’t truly suit any method well.
- They’ll work, but your coffee won’t be great — and we know you want great.
Grinder Maintenance = Better Coffee
- Grind your own for ultimate freshness and control.
- Keep your grinder in top shape:
“My grinder's not working!”
“When did you last change the blades?”
“Never. I’ve had it 15 years…”
Yep — there’s your problem.
No Grinder? No Worries.
- At Bun Coffee, we’ll grind your beans for your brew method:
- Just choose your grind option at checkout.
- Or write in the notes: “Please grind for Chemex”, “Please grind for stovetop”, etc.
Final Tip
The right grind is the bridge between bean and brilliance.
Nail the grind, and you’ll taste the difference in every cup.