I like the result of freshly ground coffee, but is it a bit of an inconvenience to you?!
how much beans do I grind to get 4 cups, like 6 tablespoons? because I know 1 tablespoon of whole beans won't equal 1 tablespoon of ground coffee
getting all the grounds out of the grinder. Will I have to scrape everything out of the thing every time?
and what If I grind too much, do I need a separate container (i know I'm nitpicking)
Answers: ok, it's only a blade grinder, but still it worked great. The problems I have with it are:
how much beans do I grind to get 4 cups, like 6 tablespoons? because I know 1 tablespoon of whole beans won't equal 1 tablespoon of ground coffee
getting all the grounds out of the grinder. Will I have to scrape everything out of the thing every time?
and what If I grind too much, do I need a separate container (i know I'm nitpicking)
Grind it in batches every 2nd day or so & keep in the fridge in an airtight container/freezer tub , use as and when you want to. More economical time wise & making to much is never an issue.
One of my daughters got me a coffee grinder for Christmas a year or so ago that has a metal grinding can (removable & dishwasher safe) that has markings for the number of cups on the inside. It also has various grind settings - all the way to extra-fine espresso.* Cost about $30 or so I think. My particular model does not seem to be available but Amazon lists a number of similar grinders.
Mine is similar to the Hamilton Beach grinders on this page -
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_gw/103...
*I find that grinding coffee to the extra-fine stage, even if I am not brewing espresso, gives it an almost chocolate flavor that is marvelous.
